Safekeeping Tips - Vehicles & Recreational Vehicles

Stop Sign on School Bus

Schools In. Stay Safe and Drive Safe.

By Jay Waitte | August 27, 2020

Schools In. Stay Safe and Drive Safe. Although life as we know it has been met with many changes in recent months, most students will be returning to some sort of school routine in the coming days if they have not already. During a typical school year, 56.6 million children attend an elementary or secondary … Read more

Young Boy Swimming in a pool during summertime.

Swimming Safety

By Jay Waitte | August 12, 2020

For people of all ages, swimming is the fourth most popular activity in the United States, and for children and teens ages seven to 17, it is number one (CDC). Unfortunately, the water we love can also be dangerous. For children ages one through four, drowning is the “leading cause of unintentional injury death,” and … Read more

Two little kid boys, best friends enjoying sailing boat trip.

Stay Safe and Still Enjoy Your Time in the Sun

By Jay Waitte | August 12, 2020

While this might not have been the summer everyone anticipated back when the weather was cold, most of us have found ways to have fun, and being outside on the water has been a go-to form of recreation, even more, this year than in the past. Swimming, fishing, waterskiing, tubing, or just riding around our … Read more

How to check tire wear with a penny

Honest Abe Can Help You Avoid an Accident

By Jay Waitte | August 3, 2020

Consumers are advised to check tires monthly and replace them when they are too worn. So how can you tell when a tire is no longer roadworthy? Hold a penny with Lincoln’s head facing you upside down. If the top of Lincoln’s head is visible, your tire has less than 2/32” of tread, and it’s … Read more

Safe Driving Practices For Winter Weather Conditions

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

The winter season is certainly a time of great merriment and celebration. The holidays offer Americans the opportunity to travel around the corner or across the country to be with friends and relatives. However, it is also a time to be even more cautious, primarily when you’re traveling in the icy winter weather conditions. According to … Read more

Knowing the Factors that Determine Your Car Insurance Premium

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

You may be the world’s safest driver, yet your car insurance premium rates are higher due to factors you can’t control. Is this fair? No, but it’s reality that most insurance companies use various parameters to set their rates for auto insurance. Understanding each factor that determines coverage rates in Connecticut and elsewhere can give … Read more

Essentials in Preparing Your Motorcycle for Scenic Connecticut Roads

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

The Winter winds are finally subsiding and the warm open road is waiting for you to get out and ride! But after leaving your ride in storage for the Winter, it’s important when preparing your motorcycle to check all of your safety equipment and review the laws and regulations to ensure your next road trip … Read more

Tying the Knot? Considerations For Your Auto Insurance Rates

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

Marriage is far more than the joining of two individuals into one couple. Not only are two people joining their personal lives when they marry, they are also combining their finances and expenses. Many people do not realize it, but getting married prompts many changes to their auto insurance rates? Why does marriage affect insurance rates? … Read more

Laws & Restrictions for Teenage Drivers in Connecticut

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

Chances are you couldn’t wait to get your driver’s license when you turned 16. However, you probably never guessed that there would be so many steps you had to take before you could get on the road, or that even after receiving your license, you still have to navigate numerous laws and restrictions until you … Read more

3 Ways Cold Temperatures Can Damage Your Car

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

In New England, fall is in full force; the leaves have changed colors, Thanksgiving preparations have begun, and the air is slowly getting colder and colder as winter approaches. While these changes may signal the approach of the holiday season, however, the colder weather also signifies another change: the increased danger to your car or … Read more

Own a Snowmobile in Connecticut? Here’s What You Need to Know

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

As December sets in, it’s just a matter of time until snowfall hits Connecticut, which means that it’s time to prepare your snowmobile and understand the laws attached to using it. Thankfully, snowmobiles can be extremely helpful and easy to use, as long as you understand the rules and restrictions that you need to follow. … Read more

Boating Season is Here! Time to De-Winterize Your Watercraft

By Jay Waitte | June 30, 2018

New England residents know how long winters in the region last – and yet, it is still disappointing every year when “spring” rolls around but it’s still too cold to use your boat out on the water, or enjoy other activities outdoors. Thankfully, however, winter has lingered in Connecticut for long enough this year, and … Read more

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