Auto Insurance News
Latest updates, rate changes, and industry insights for drivers across the U.S.
Heather Wilson
Kemper to File Four California Auto Rate Increases in 2026 After Q1 Net Loss
Kemper plans 4 California auto rate filings in 2026 with bodily injury hikes up to 50 points, after a $1.7M Q1 net loss tied to SB 1107 minimums.
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Heather Wilson
GM Adds Collision Assistance to myChevrolet, myGMC, myBuick, myCadillac Apps
General Motors' new Collision Assistance tool guides Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, and Cadillac drivers through post-crash documentation and insurance claims.
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Heather Wilson
Hanover Adds Motorcycle Insurance in Maryland and Virginia, ORV Coverage in 4 More States
The Hanover added motorcycle coverage in Maryland and Virginia and ORV coverage in Maine, NH, Ohio, and Pennsylvania on May 14, 2026.
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Michigan Reps. Tisdel and Rogers Introduce Bipartisan No-Fault Reform Bill for Catastrophic Care
Michigan Reps. Tisdel and Rogers filed a bipartisan auto insurance bill on May 14, 2026 to standardize catastrophic care rates without raising premiums.
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Heather Wilson
Waymo Recalls 3,791 Robotaxis Over Flooded-Road Software Defect
Waymo is recalling 3,791 robotaxis after a software defect let vehicles enter flooded roads. What it means for your auto insurance coverage in 2026.
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Heather Wilson
Supreme Court Rules Freight Brokers Can Be Sued for Hiring Unsafe Truckers
The Supreme Court ruled 9-0 that freight brokers can face state lawsuits for hiring unsafe truckers. What the May 14 decision means for drivers.
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Heather Wilson
Illinois Senate Passes SB 714 to Cap Auto Insurance Rate Hikes 42-14, Industry Warns of Higher Premiums
The Illinois Senate passed SB 714 on May 13, 2026 by a 42-14 vote, requiring 30-day notice on 10%+ rate hikes. Insurers warn of higher costs.
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Heather Wilson
State Farm Unveils OpenAI Partnership and AI Claims Tools in Next Gen Overhaul
State Farm details its OpenAI partnership and Next Gen Good Neighbor plan, with AI claims handling, telematics pricing, and a $5B customer dividend.
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Heather Wilson
Auto Insurance Rate Cuts Outpaced Hikes in Q1 2026 as LexisNexis Reports Shopping Cooldown
U.S. auto insurance rates fell 1.1% in Q1 2026 as 35% of carrier filings cut premiums, LexisNexis reports. See the state breakdown and what to do.
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Heather Wilson
Michigan Auto Insurance Premiums Climb in May 2026 as MCCA Hikes Unlimited PIP Fee
Michigan drivers see PIP-driven premium hikes on May 2026 renewals. MCCA raises unlimited PIP fee to $84 per vehicle starting July 2026.
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Heather Wilson
New York Auto Insurance Reform Bans ZIP Code Rating and Caps Crash Payouts
New York's $268B budget bans ZIP code and education from auto rates, caps at-fault payouts. Hochul projects $200/vehicle in savings.
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Farmers Insurance Raises California Home-Auto Bundle Discount to 22% in September
Farmers Insurance won approval to raise its California home-auto bundle discount from 15% to 22% on September 15, 2026, with a new auto plan July 1.
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