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New Michigan Distracted Driving Law in Effect June 29, 2023 The new law builds on a previous texting ban and makes it illegal to hold and use a mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle in Michigan. ... Topic: Auto, Safety

Do Roundabouts Make You Nervous? Follow These Tips March 28, 2023 While navigating a roundabout can be daunting and confusing for many people, it’s in your best interest (and that of others on the road) that you learn how to safely drive in one. ... Topic: Auto, Safety

Do You Need Comprehensive Car Insurance Coverage? March 13, 2023 Especially if your vehicle is less than 5 years old, take a serious look at purchasing comprehensive coverage, which covers important losses not covered by collision car insurance. ... Topic: Member News, Auto, Safety, Member News Spring '23 Issue

Help Protect Your Key Fob to Avoid 'Relay Attack' Car Theft January 3, 2023 Smart keys have made starting, locking and unlokcing your car easier than ever, but a “relay attack” could make you a victim of auto theft. learn how to help protect your vehicle. ... Topic: Member News, Auto, Safety, Member News Winter '23 Issue

Have You Checked If Your Car Is Subject to Recall? September 26, 2022 For the safety of yourself, your family, your passengers and the general public, you should always participate fully in auto recalls, which are always free safety fixes. ... Topic: Member News, Auto, Safety, Member News Fall '22 Issue

Catalytic Converter Thefts on the Rise July 7, 2022 Increasingly, criminals are less interested in what’s inside the car than they are in what’s underneath it – the catalytic converter. ... Topic: Member News, Auto, Safety, Member News Summer '22 Issue

Avoid Falling Victim to the Staged Car Crash Scam March 31, 2022 The staged car accident scam is growing as perpetrators are getting craftier about entrapping unsuspecting motorists. Here's some help to avoid being a victim. ... Topic: Auto, Safety

Eight Tips to Help Thwart Car Thieves March 2, 2022 Motor vehicle theft causes losses of about $6 billion a year, with more than 700,000 vehicles stolen. Fortunately, you can take precautions to reduce the chances of becoming a victim. ... Topic: Member News, Auto, Safety, Member News Spring '22 Issue

6 Ways to Help Reduce the Cost of Insuring Your Teen Driver January 31, 2022 While teenagers react with glee when they get their driver’s license, for parents, it is a time of angst and the specter of higher auto insurance premiums. Here are some ways to save. ... Topic: Member News, Auto, Insurance, Member News Winter '22 Issue

Top 10 Vehicle Technologies for Mature Drivers December 6, 2021 Researchers have been collecting data for more than a decade, and they have identified which technologies are the most beneficial options for mature drivers. Topic: Auto, Safety