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Auto
How do New York’s new automobile photo inspection regulations affect me?
An in-depth overview of the changes to New York Regulation 79 regarding automobile photo inspections. 4 pages
How to buy a safe new or used vehicle
Overviews the common safety items to consider when looking to purchase a vehicle. 5 pages
Insurance losses by make and model and top 10 most stolen vehicles by state and make
Information on several different vehicles with their recent injury, collision and theft losses along with the most common vehicles stolen. 19 pages
Is a drive-other-car exposure lurking in your files?
Discusses coverage needs of a business auto policyholder requiring protection for personal exposure of principals or employees; and then that of personal auto insureds with a business exposure. 3 pages
Mobile equipment vs. auto
Contains information that assists in determining whether a piece of equipment is more appropriately covered under the commercial auto or commercial general liability policy. 4 pages
New York’s new driver program—learner permits and junior licenses
A comprehensive explanation of New York’s junior license program, including applicable requirements, driving restrictions and who is affected by these rules. 7 pages
Prompt payment of auto insurance premiums
A consumer-oriented flier and sample letter-to-the-editor encouraging timely payment of auto insurance premiums to avoid possible suspension. 3 pages
Stated amount coverage
An in-depth discussion of stated-amount coverage and agreed-amount coverage and how they impact personal and commercial auto policies. 3 pages
Title branding
An explanation of New York Department of Financial Services and New York Department of Motor Vehicles rules on information required on vehicle titles when they have sustained major damage. 13 pages
Your auto insurance costs
Consumer-oriented piece that explains factors associated with auto insurance costs and steps consumers can take to reduce their premiums. 1 page