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During Hispanic Heritage Month, Maryland Auto is grateful to our partner agents who are not only part of the vibrant local Hispanic community, but are also committed to educating and supporting this community with regard to their insurance needs. Several Maryland Auto authorized providers shared their experiences serving this group. […]

Insurance fraud can be classified in two categories: hard fraud and soft fraud. Hard fraud involves deliberately causing damage to collect on an insurance policy. Soft fraud is more common and includes exaggeration of the severity or extent of damages to the claimant or vehicle to increase the insurance payment. […]

Airbags are important vehicle safety features that save countless lives every year. But how much do you know about these inflatable safety devices? What Are Airbags? Airbags are inflatable devices designed to protect occupants from injury during a collision. They are typically located in a vehicle’s steering wheel, dashboard, and […]

Each month, on an alternating basis, we share case studies from our Uninsured Division and Fraud Prevention Units. Occasionally, the case featured in the article overlaps into both areas of focus. The Uninsured Division (UD) is a division of the State of Maryland administered by Maryland Auto Insurance. The UD […]

Cars are becoming more technologically advanced at an incredibly rapid pace. Like any connected system, a vehicle with an externally connected computer system comes with security vulnerabilities. Features like Bluetooth, touchscreens, and automated updates that enhance convenience also introduce potential security risks. This guide will help you understand the potential […]

Whether you’re headed to school for the first time, or are returning to campus this fall, you are likely caught up in the anticipation of new friends and possibilities ahead. If your car is also making the trip to campus, you will want to remember the essentials for the road […]

Insurance fraud is a deliberate deception to obtain an illegitimate financial gain from an insurance company. It can take various forms, such as inflating claim amounts for property damage, faking accidents or injuries, or providing false information to secure a policy. This criminal activity not only defrauds insurance companies but […]

Comprehensive and Collision Coverage are two optional coverages that you can add on to your auto insurance policy. If you are considering whether you should add these coverages, this blog is for you. What is Comprehensive and Collision Coverage? Collision coverage provides coverage for covered damages to your vehicle caused […]

The Uninsured Division (UD) is a division of the State of Maryland administered by Maryland Auto Insurance. The UD handles claims in which someone is injured in an accident caused by another person who has no insurance to cover those injuries. Here is a collection of case studies in which […]

The sun is shining, school’s out, and freedom is calling! But with the excitement of summer comes a period known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers. This stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day traditionally brings with it a spike in fatal crashes involving teen drivers. Why are […]