Are you a calm, cool, and collected driver, or do you turn into a road-rage beast when you shift into drive? A study conducted jointly by experts at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and tire manufacturer Goodyear identified seven driving personalities: the teacher, know-it-all, competitor, punisher, philosopher, avoider, and escapee. Which […]
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We’re grateful for airbags helping to make us safer in our cars. According to NHTSA, frontal airbags have saved 50,457 lives from 1987 to 2017! But how exactly do these life-saving airbag systems work? And what are the main parts of an airbag? Is it really just air and bags? Short answer: not exactly. Follow […]
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Everyone wants cheaper car insurance, but few people want to work for it. Luckily, there’s one way to potentially lower your auto insurance premium that does not involve too much work at all—traffic school! Find out how completing traffic school could help lower your car insurance rates. You might discover that going back to school […]
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With a focus on second chances, Direct Auto’s new “Get Direct & Get Going” campaign features three celebrity spokespersons who stumbled at the high point of their career — but were able to get going again. They include world-renowned figure skater, Tonya Harding; ex-pro football player, Johnny Manziel; and rapper-producer, Fat Joe. This new initiative […]
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Green means go, red means stop, yellow means… go faster? If you’re in the habit of pushing the pedal to the metal when a green light turns yellow, you may have accidentally run a red light. You may have also received a red light camera ticket in the mail soon after. (Or there’s one on […]
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September gives us plenty of reasons to celebrate. The kids are back in school and summer’s heat is fading. Plus, it’s time to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and honor the culture and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. This celebration started as a […]
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Autumn is an excellent time for a road trip. You’re not dealing with the snow and sleet of winter, or the heat and insects of summer. Long drives can even be enjoyable for the whole family when you have fun car games and great views. For fall road trip routes that double as fall foliage […]
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We’re thrilled to announce our newest Direct Auto Insurance store openings! Come in to talk with a friendly, local agent today! Click here to see more Direct store locations near you. Stop By, Say Hi! July 17, 2019 41271 US Hwy 280 Sylacauga, AL 35150 $10 Walmart gift card with a FREE quote! (256) 369-4853 Mon-Fri […]
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Jackson, Mississippi, is a city with depth and soul. So much so, its official motto is “The City with Soul!” Jack-town is brimming with Southern charm, making it the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Friendly locals, great restaurants, quaint shops, and a rich history—this little city has it all! Live […]
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We’ve all seen that person stuck on the side of the road changing a flat tire. Maybe you’ve been that person! Getting a flat is never convenient, but changing a tire yourself is actually a lot easier than you might realize. Knowing how to change a flat tire is one of those skills every driver […]
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