Test Drive: Project Gotham Racing 3Editors at MSN Autos take

Test Drive: Project Gotham Racing 3
Editors at MSN Autos take Microsoft's latest driving game out for a spin.
Perry Stern

Anchor General Insurance Agency Deploys FileNet P8 to Provide Improved Policy Administration and Access to Enterprise (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
FileNet Corporation , the leading provider of Enterprise Content and Business Process Management solutions, has demonstrated its commitment to bring Enterprise Content Management solutions to its customers with the successful implementation of the FileNet P8 platform at Anchor General Insurance Agency, Inc., of San Diego.

Detroit's 'Big Three' Automakers Launch New Incentive Programs
General Motors, Chrysler and Ford announce new programs in efforts to boost slackening year-end sales.
Perry Stern

Insurance rates under fire (The Sacramento Bee)
Calling current auto insurance pricing "irrational" and "unfair," Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi proposed rules Thursday that would require carriers to base premiums primarily on a driver's safety record, rather than on where he or she lives.

The Truth About Fuel Economy RatingsIf your new car's actual

The Truth About Fuel Economy Ratings
If your new car's actual fuel mileage does not match the fuel economy numbers on the window sticker, it's not necessarily your car's fault.
Ann Job

County auto thefts decreasing (Gazette.Net)
Automobile thefts are down 10 percent, thanks to cooperation between the community, businesses and government officials, Prince George s County Executive Jack B. Johnson said.

How Will America's Big Two Automakers Survive?After decades of market

How Will America's Big Two Automakers Survive?
After decades of market share losses, look for a leaner and more focused Big Two.
Ann Job

Some NY drivers to see auto insurance premium reduction (BizJournals)

Some NY drivers to see auto insurance premium reduction (BizJournals)
Auto insurance premiums for drivers in New York state's Automobile Insurance Plan -- better known as the "assigned-risk" pool -- will go down by an average of 5.6 percent, said Insurance Superintendent Howard Mills.

Some New Yorkers to see auto insurance premium reduction (Albany Business Journal)
Auto insurance premiums for drivers in New York state's Automobile Insurance Plan -- better known as the "assigned-risk" pool -- will go down by an average of 5.6 percent, Insurance Superintendent Howard Mills said Monday.

The Hartford Welcomes New Law that Extends the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. , one of the nation's leading providers of investment and insurance products, commends Congress and President Bush for enacting critical legislation today that will extend the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002 .

Report Finds Car Insurance Redlining Rampant in California (The NewStandard)
In many parts of California, moving merely across the street could cause drivers' car-insurance rates to go up. This is especially the case if the new address is in a zip code with an even slight...

Anchor General Insurance Agency Deploys FileNet P8 to Provide Improved Policy Administration and Access to Enterprise (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
FileNet Corporation , the leading provider of Enterprise Content and Business Process Management solutions, has demonstrated its commitment to bring Enterprise Content Management solutions to its customers with the successful implementation of the FileNet P8 platform at Anchor General Insurance Agency, Inc., of San Diego.

2006 NAIAS Coverage
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State drives up cost of auto insurance (djournal.com)
As if high gas prices haven't pushed driving costs up enough, you may be about to see an increase in our your vehicle insurance.

Business brief roundup (Birmingham News)
The Birmingham office of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. said it has lowered its auto insurance rates in Alabama an average of 2.1 percent for new customers, and owners who renew coverage will see lower rates starting Jan. 12.

Some New Yorkers to see auto insurance premium reduction (Albany

Some New Yorkers to see auto insurance premium reduction (Albany Business Journal)
Auto insurance premiums for drivers in New York state's Automobile Insurance Plan -- better known as the "assigned-risk" pool -- will go down by an average of 5.6 percent, Insurance Superintendent Howard Mills said Monday.

State Farm cuts vehicle insurance rates in Alabama (Birmingham Business Journal)
State Farm is reducing vehicle insurance rates statewide by an average of 2.1 percent.

The PMA Insurance Group Announces Results of Client Satisfaction Survey

The PMA Insurance Group Announces Results of Client Satisfaction Survey (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
BLUE BELL, Pa.----Dec. 20, 2005--The PMA Insurance Group , a property casualty insurer specializing in workers' compensation, is achieving high levels of client satisfaction with its services, according to the results of a 2005 survey.

Some NY drivers to see auto insurance premium reduction (BizJournals)

Some NY drivers to see auto insurance premium reduction (BizJournals)
Auto insurance premiums for drivers in New York state's Automobile Insurance Plan -- better known as the "assigned-risk" pool -- will go down by an average of 5.6 percent, said Insurance Superintendent Howard Mills.

IIHS's Top 10 Safety Picks
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety picks the ten safest cars of the 2006 model year.
Perry Stern

California Insurers Charge as Much as $974 per Year More to Good Drivers in Predominantly African-American, Latino Zip (U.S. Newswire via Yahoo! News)
Insurers charge good drivers living in California's predominantly African- American and Latino ZIP Codes substantially more for automobile insurance than good drivers in predominantly White communities, according to an analysis by Consumers Union, the non-profit publisher of Consumer Reports magazine. In some majority African-American communities, one major insurer charges good drivers

2006 NAIAS CoverageThe Official Web Site of the North American

2006 NAIAS Coverage
The Official Web Site of the North American International Auto Show.
Editors of MSN Autos

Preview: 2006 Porsche Cayman S
Porsche's new mid-engine coupe builds on the Boxster S, but kicks it up a notch in the performance department.
Mike Meredith

State Farm cuts vehicle insurance rates in Alabama (Birmingham Business Journal)
State Farm is reducing vehicle insurance rates statewide by an average of 2.1 percent.

The PMA Insurance Group Announces Results of Client Satisfaction Survey (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
BLUE BELL, Pa.----Dec. 20, 2005--The PMA Insurance Group , a property casualty insurer specializing in workers' compensation, is achieving high levels of client satisfaction with its services, according to the results of a 2005 survey.

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. Celebrates 10 Years as a Publicly Traded Company (FinanzNachrichten)
HARTFORD, Conn., Dec. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Hartford Financial Services Group ( Nachrichten / Aktienkurs ), Inc. , one of the nation's largest financial services and insurance companies, today celebrates its 10-year anniversary as a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange.

Christmas-New Year's Travelers Expected to Get Away in Increased Numbers

Christmas-New Year's Travelers Expected to Get Away in Increased Numbers This Year, Says Auto Club (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
LOS ANGELES----Dec. 19, 2005--Two three-day holiday weekends will give more Californians a chance to make getaways before the end of the year. The Automobile Club of Southern California predicts that more than 8.8 million residents statewide and 5.5 million Southern Californians will take a trip over the upcoming holiday - a 2.2 percent increase over last year.

Preview: 2006 Porsche Cayman S
Porsche's new mid-engine coupe builds on the Boxster S, but kicks it up a notch in the performance department.
Mike Meredith

AssuranceAmerica Corporation Announces Regulator Approval to Enter 7th State (The Auto Channel)
ATLANTA--Dec. 1, 20059, 2005--ASSURANCEAMERICA CORPORATION (OTC BB: ASAM.OB), an Atlanta based automobile insurance enterprise today announced that its subsidiary, AssuranceAmerica Insurance Company, has received approval to commence operations in the state of Mississippi.

N.Y. Lowers Assigned Risk Rates (Insurance Journal)
The New York State Insurance Department has approved an average 5.6 percent decrease in auto insurance premiums for drivers in New York's Automobile Insurance Plan (AIP), also known as the assigned r

Study Alleges Racial Bias in Auto Rates (Los Angeles Times)
Those in mostly black or Latino areas are found to pay more. Insurers dispute the data.

2006 NAIAS Coverage
The Official Web Site of the North American International Auto Show.
Editors of MSN Autos

GPS industry says it s going in right direction (Fort Wayne

GPS industry says it s going in right direction (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)
The most common phrases uttered in a car this year, according to a recent insurance company survey, were Are we there yet, Do you know where you are going? and You missed the turn.

Kentucky eyes growth in captive insurer market (BizJournals)
Officials in the Kentucky Office of Insurance are working to expand the state's role as a player in the captive insurer market, according to a news release. KOI representatives and Marvin E. "Gene" Strong, secretary of the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, have been meeting with groups interested in entering this market. Captives are a form of self-insurance, with the entity insuring

Senate approves fourth year of insurance subsidy for doctors (TimesLeader.com)

Senate approves fourth year of insurance subsidy for doctors (TimesLeader.com)
HARRISBURG, Pa. - About 30,000 health care providers would receive a state subsidy for a fourth straight year to help them pay their medical malpractice insurance bills, under legislation sent to Gov. Ed Rendell on Thursday for his signature.

Kentucky eyes growth in captive insurer market (BizJournals)
Officials in the Kentucky Office of Insurance are working to expand the state's role as a player in the captive insurer market, according to a news release. KOI representatives and Marvin E. "Gene" Strong, secretary of the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, have been meeting with groups interested in entering this market. Captives are a form of self-insurance, with the entity insuring

Senate approves fourth year of insurance subsidy for doctors (phillyburbs.com)
HARRISBURG, Pa. - About 30,000 health care providers would receive a state subsidy for a fourth straight year to help them pay their medical malpractice insurance bills, under legislation approved unanimously by the state Senate late Wednesday.

Blackhawk Racing announces Daytona lineup (Motorsport.com)
DALLAS - GAINSCO/Blackhawk Racing's assault on the crown jewel of American sports car racing will be powered by four American open-wheelers hungry for a title, as 1996 Champ Car champion Jimmy Vasser and Toyota Atlantic standout Rocky Moran, Jr. will join regular-season drivers Bob Stallings and Alex Gurney behind the wheel of the No. 99 GAINSCO Auto Insurance Pontiac Riley at the 2006 Rolex 24

Winter Driving Tips From the Experts
Winter conditions can be challenging for drivers of all skill levels. The editor of Sympatico / MSN Autos Canada offers sound advice from the Great White North.
Marc Lachapelle, with Gerry Malloy for Sympatico / MSN Autos Canada

Drivers get auto insurance rate drop: Cut means an average

Drivers get auto insurance rate drop: Cut means an average savings of $95 a year for Mass. motorists (Patriot Ledger)
The state s drivers will see auto insurance rates drop by 8.7 percent, the largest reduction in 25 years, - to an average premium of $995 on Jan. 1.

AA Launches New Extended Warranty Insurance (Scoop.co.nz)
The AA announced today that it will launch a new extended warranty insurance for vehicles on 28 December 2005. The insurance will allow customers to extend the length of time their vehicle is covered by warranty by 12, 24 or 36 months.

6 arrested in Valley insurance fraud case (The Fresno Bee)
A two-year investigation led to the arrests Tuesday of a Fresno chiropractor and five others accused of submitting fraudulent workers' compensation and automobile insurance claims.

Blackhawk Racing announces Daytona lineup (Motorsport.com)
DALLAS - GAINSCO/Blackhawk Racing's assault on the crown jewel of American sports car racing will be powered by four American open-wheelers hungry for a title, as 1996 Champ Car champion Jimmy Vasser and Toyota Atlantic standout Rocky Moran, Jr. will join regular-season drivers Bob Stallings and Alex Gurney behind the wheel of the No. 99 GAINSCO Auto Insurance Pontiac Riley at the 2006 Rolex 24

14-DAY BUSINESS NEWS ARCHIVE (Portland Oregonian)
Chinese automaker debuts in Detroit DETROIT, Mich. -- The Motor City will see some proof of the Chinese auto industry's growing ambitions next month when Geely Automobile Co. becomes the first Chinese automaker to have a display at the Detroit auto show.

IIHS's Top 10 Safety Picks
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety picks the ten safest cars of the 2006 model year.
Perry Stern

Top Luxury Cars on MSN AutosThe most popular luxury cars

Top Luxury Cars on MSN Autos
The most popular luxury cars on MSN Autos, based on visits to the site's vehicle pages during the third quarter of 2005.
compiled by MSN Autos

Senate approves fourth year of insurance subsidy for doctors (TimesLeader.com)
HARRISBURG, Pa. - About 30,000 health care providers would receive a state subsidy for a fourth straight year to help them pay their medical malpractice insurance bills, under legislation sent to Gov. Ed Rendell on Thursday for his signature.

6 arrested in Valley insurance fraud case (The Fresno Bee)
A two-year investigation led to the arrests Tuesday of a Fresno chiropractor and five others accused of submitting fraudulent workers' compensation and automobile insurance claims.

Flood Damage: Don't Get Soaked When Buying a Used Car
Carfax provides guidance and tips to help you spot vehicles with potential water damage.
Editors of MSN Autos

The Truth About Fuel Economy Ratings
If your new car's actual fuel mileage does not match the fuel economy numbers on the window sticker, it's not necessarily your car's fault.
Ann Job

Winter Driving Tips From the Experts
Winter conditions can be challenging for drivers of all skill levels. The editor of Sympatico / MSN Autos Canada offers sound advice from the Great White North.
Marc Lachapelle, with Gerry Malloy for Sympatico / MSN Autos Canada

Senate approves fourth year of insurance subsidy for doctors (phillyburbs.com)
HARRISBURG, Pa. - About 30,000 health care providers would receive a state subsidy for a fourth straight year to help them pay their medical malpractice insurance bills, under legislation approved unanimously by the state Senate late Wednesday.

Drivers get auto insurance rate drop: Cut means an average savings of $95 a year for Mass. motorists (Patriot Ledger)
The state s drivers will see auto insurance rates drop by 8.7 percent, the largest reduction in 25 years, - to an average premium of $995 on Jan. 1.

All-American Legacy Lives on as Vasser, Moran, Jr. Join GAINSCO Auto Insurance Team at the Rolex 24 at Daytona (The Auto Channel)
DALLAS, Dec. 14 -- GAINSCO/Blackhawk Racing's assault on the crown jewel of American sports car racing will be powered by four American open-wheelers hungry for a title, as 1996 Champ Car champion Jimmy Vasser and Toyota Atlantic standout Rocky Moran, Jr. will join regular- season drivers Bob Stallings and Alex Gurney behind the wheel of the No. 99 GAINSCO Auto Insurance Pontiac Riley at the 2006

Detroit's 'Big Three' Automakers Launch New Incentive Programs
General Motors, Chrysler and Ford announce new programs in efforts to boost slackening year-end sales.
Perry Stern