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More thoughts on Progressive Snapshot

Joe Manna · February 26, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Since I published my review about Progressive Snapshot nearly four years ago, it has helped more than 340,000 people learn about my experience with Snapshot. I didn’t expect as much of a response from visitors. I’d like to share more thoughts on these vehicle telematics devices and respond to a few themes in the comments people posted.

Although Progressive never contacted me, it was evident they reacted by providing more education for prospective Snapshot users. When I signed up, Progressive didn’t outline precisely how driving behavior affects discounts, aside than being a “good” driver. Currently, their website doesn’t get into the minutia, but I would contend that the minutia is what will determine if a driver is a good candidate for the program.

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The future of cars and driving

Joe Manna · July 20, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Cars provide us freedom and liberty. At least they used to.

The modern car has improved our lives substantially since they were first introduced in the late 1800s. Considering automobiles substantially upgraded our mobility from a 15-mile range to easily 400 today. The popularity of cars surged as they delivered an immediate benefit for an immediate need. And if you think about it, every decade since then has delivered monumental innovation, value, and performance. The automotive industry developed new markets that facilitated commerce and empowered people with a newfound ability to become mobile for attending work and school.

Today, the modern car comes at a cost. Setting aside the fact that roughly 35,000 people die from them annually, the financial burden has increased while the overall quality of life has decreased. AAA has determined that the average vehicle in the United States costs between $6,500 to $10,200 annually to operate. The average sedan costs $8,558 respectively.

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