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Uber Over Takes Rental Cars

In this Bloomberg Business Article, Uber’s percentage of ground transportation transactions were measured for the year of 2015. It was reported that Uber transactions comprised the majority of all ground transportation transactions with 43%, while rental cars were 40%. The accessibility and convenience of Uber seems to be “driving” the company into first place! Make sure to read the full Bloomberg Article, Uber Overtakes Rental Cars Amongst Business Travelers, by Olivia Zaleski, by clicking here!

 

 

Cars trapped in snow

2016 Best Cars For Snow

Here’s a run down of the best vehicles to navigate through the snow
via Jim Gorzelany of Forbes.com

But which of the myriad AWD vehicular choices can be expected to perform best under the snowiest conditions?

Click here to view the list of the best cars!

We scoured automakers’ spec sheets to compile a list of 20 affordable cars/station wagons and car-based crossover SUVs from the 2016 model year – featured in the accompanying slide show – that can be expected to handle the worst Mother Nature can dish out this winter. Each can be fitted with AWD for less than $50,000 and feature a much-higher-than-average ground clearance (the distance between the pavement and the lowest part of a vehicle) that enables them to traverse moderately snow-packed roads or driveways without unduly scraping the undercarriage or becoming snowbound. In addition, all offer winter-friendly amenities like heated seats, and are every bit as enjoyable to pilot on dry pavement as they are capable in the snow. Always slow down as the weather worsens. Leave extra room between your vehicle and the traffic ahead – a car’s brakes won’t work as well as they would on dry pavement. And keep an eye out for frozen patches, especially on bridges and overpasses which tend to freeze sooner than paved roads.

It is important to that  you stay protected as well when purchasing a new vehicle by attaining auto insurance. Contact us at Parr Insurance Brokerage and we will insure that you are protected!

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