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Get ‘hurricane ready’ before storms threaten home or business

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Weather forecasters predict above-average activity this Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. Take steps to minimize damage and speed recovery. The post Get ‘hurricane ready’ before storms threaten home or business appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Car mirror adjustment – lean into it

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Knowing how to adjust and use mirrors is one of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent a blind spot car crash. The post Car mirror adjustment – lean into it appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Fleet tracking rewards drivers, businesses

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What if a business owner could deploy technology that would monitor their vehicle fleet, help reduce expenses and encourage their employees to drive safely? Those goals are now within reach using vehicle telematics. And your insurance company is likely already on board. The post Fleet tracking rewards drivers, businesses appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Recycle batteries to stop fires, help planet

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Lithium-ion batteries store lots of power in a small, lightweight format, making them a popular component of consumer products from laptops to e-cigarettes. Unfortunately, few of us consider how to dispose of batteries when we are finished with them, and the results may be fueling one of the biggest emerging problems in the world of waste: fires. The post Recycle batteries to stop fires, help planet appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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The hidden effect of COVID-19 on fleet safety

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If you’ve driven a motor vehicle since COVID-19 restrictions were initiated in March 2020, you’ve undoubtedly noticed fewer vehicles on the road. You might think this would result in a reduction in overall auto crash rates in general and fatality rates in particular. Unfortunately, it appears just the opposite is happening. While actual miles driven have declined, crash and fatality rates have increased. The post The hidden effect of COVID-19 on fleet safety appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Your safety rides on your tires

By age, agent, car, driver, gauge, highway, independent, Insurance, maintain, monitor, NHTSA, owner, passenger, pressure, prevent, protect, recall, replace, safety, Safety Tips, sidewall, tire, traffic, tread, truck, van, vehicle, wear
You and your passengers depend on your tires for a secure ride. Stay safe and save money by regularly maintaining your tires. The post Your safety rides on your tires appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Selling your car? Take care with title transfer

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If you sell your car privately, make sure the sale is documented and that the vehicle is titled in the new owner’s name. The post Selling your car? Take care with title transfer appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Safety tips before, during and after a wildfire

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Safety is a constant concern to those living in an area threatened by wildfire. Consider these tips to help you and your family before, during and after a wildfire. The post Safety tips before, during and after a wildfire appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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What to do when buying a new or used car

By agency, buy, buying, car, collision, comprehensive, coverage, deductible, endorsement, gap, independent, injury, Insurance, lease, liability, loan, model, new, Personal Insurance, policy, purchase, replacement, truck, used, value, van, vehicle, vehicle identification number, VIN, year
Congratulations on your new car! Purchasing a new vehicle is exciting, and insurance isn’t normally the first thing on your mind. When you finally think of it, you may be overwhelmed and not sure what to do. Here are some tips. The post What to do when buying a new or used car appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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What to do when buying a new or used car

By agency, buy, buying, car, collision, comprehensive, coverage, deductible, endorsement, gap, independent, injury, Insurance, lease, liability, loan, model, new, Personal Insurance, policy, purchase, replacement, truck, used, value, van, vehicle, vehicle identification number, VIN
Congratulations on your new car! Purchasing a new vehicle is exciting, and insurance isn’t normally the first thing on your mind. When you finally think of it, you may be overwhelmed and not sure what to do. Here are some tips. The post What to do when buying a new or used car appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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