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December 15, 2008
In 2009, Saving Money Outweighs the Battle of the Bulge for New Year's Resolutions
A survey from Progressive says more than 80 percent of people are resolving to save money due to the economy, but many overlook shopping for car insurance as a way to save big bucks.
November 24, 2008
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who's the Cutest Dog of All? Settle it Once and for All on Progressive's Pet Photo Gallery
Progressive Insurance, the first car insurance company to offer pet injury coverage, now has online pet photo sharing.
November 17, 2008
Affordability is Key When It Comes to Super Fuel Efficient Vehicles, According to a Survey by the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE
The Progressive Automotive XPRIZE conducted a recent survey that found that 74 percent of drivers would like to buy vehicles that are super fuel efficient and get 100 miles per gallon or its energy equivalent (MPGe).
November 12, 2008
Insurance & Technology Names Progressive's Chief Information Officer to Its Elite 8
Progressive's innovation and cutting-edge technology earn Chief Information Officer Ray Voelker a spot on the 2008 list.
November 10, 2008
Save on Commercial Auto Insurance, Software and Cell Phones for Your Business
Progressive's New Online Business Resource Center offers discounts, tips, and information to help business owners save money and grow and manage their business
October 27, 2008
Truck Tip #1: Sharing Your Best Advice Could Win You $5,000
Leading commercial auto insurer announces Progressive Truck Tips contest
October 13, 2008
Progressive Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Groundbreaking Web Site by Making Online Customer Self-Service Even Easier
Progressive's updated online customer service site gives customers more information about their policies
October 13, 2008
When is Car Insurance Not Good Enough? When You Use It to Cover Your RV
From the quirky to the commonplace, Progressive warns many mishaps not covered by common car policies; urges considering specialized RV insurance.
October 6, 2008
MyRate Now Available to Louisiana Drivers
Progressive's optional, one-of-a kind, behavior-based program that lets drivers save big bucks based on how they drive, is now available in Louisiana.
October 1, 2008
Progressive Takes Home Two WebAwards
Progressive.com and progressiveagent.com honored by the Web Marketing Association.
September 29, 2008
Progressive Named One of the "Best Places to Launch a Career"
Progressive insurance has been honored by BusinessWeek magazine three years in a row.
September 18, 2008
Keep Your Boat Afloat in the Off Season
Progressive offers tips to prepare your boat for winter as the summer boating season comes to a close.
September 18, 2008
Country's Largest Motorcycle Insurer Becomes Official Sponsor of Women's Motorcyclist Foundation
Progressive is proud to support the group dedicated to ending breast cancer. WMF has dedicated itself to the fight against breast cancer, raising more than $2 million for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world's largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists.
September 15, 2008
Progressive Deploys Catastrophe Claims Reps to Houston Area in Wake of Hurricane Ike
Progressive has deployed specially trained catastrophe claims representatives to Houston, Beaumont and Galveston to help customers whose cars, RVs, boats or motorcycles were damaged by the storm.
September 15, 2008
Innovative Claims Payment System Earns Progressive a Spot on the InformationWeek 500
An automated system that makes it faster and easier for repair shops to receive payments from Progressive earned the car insurance company a spot on the InformationWeek 500 for the ninth year in a row.
September 15, 2008
No time? No problem, with Progressive's concierge claims service
Progressive opens a state-of-the art concierge claims service facility that makes it easier than ever to get cars fixed after accidents.
September 15, 2008
MyRate Now Available to Maryland Drivers
Progressive's optional, one-of-a kind, behavior-based program that lets drivers save big bucks based on how they drive, is now available in Maryland.
August 4, 2008
MyRate Honored by Fast Company Readers
MyRate, Progressive's optional, one-of-a kind, behavior-based car insurance program that lets drivers save big bucks based on how they drive, earns a spot on the 2008 Fast 50 Reader Favorites list.
July 28, 2008
MyRate Now Available to New Jersey Drivers Starting August 8
MyRate, Progressive's optional, one-of-a kind, behavior-based car insurance program that lets drivers save big bucks based on how they drive, will be available in New Jersey starting August 8.
July 7, 2008
MyRate Now Available to Alabama Drivers
MyRate, Progressive's optional, one-of-a kind, behavior-based car insurance program that lets drivers save big bucks based on how they drive, is now available in Alabama.
July 7, 2008
Progressive and Sucker Punch Sally's Gear Up for Rally Season
Attendees can win a custom chopper commissioned by Progressive, get a custom t-shirt and more as the largest motorcycle insurer becomes the official insurer of the thriving bike builder.
June 27, 2008
One-of-a-Kind Car Insurance Program Lets Drivers Save Big Bucks Based on How They Drive
Progressive prepares a countrywide launch of MyRate, an optional behavior-based insurance program.
June 27, 2008
Massachusetts Boaters Now Have More Insurance Choices
Progressive expands its presence in Massachusetts; Now offers boat insurance for online customers.
June 17, 2008
Can a Car Save You $1,300 a Year? Cars That Get 100 MPGe Can, and They're Being Built Right Now
A new survey from Progressive reveals how drivers would spend their savings if they drove a 100 MPGe car and how they're adjusting to rising gas prices.
June 12, 2008
Say, "¡Hola!" to New Customers
Independent auto insurance agents now have even more tools from Progressive to grow their Hispanic business.
June 9, 2008
Leading Motorcycle Insurer Brings Eco-Friendly Vehicles Along for the Ride
Progressive now insures three-wheeled "alternative vehicles" that are more fuel-efficient.
May 19, 2008
Rental Reimbursement and Roadside Assistance Keep Your Business on the Move
Insurance coverages are now available from commercial auto insurance expert, Progressive.
May 13, 2008
Batten Down the Hatches: Storm Season is Approaching!
New video at progressive.com shows boaters how to stay safe and keep their boats afloat during hurricane season.
May 6, 2008
Progressive Defends Online Quoting and Comparison Rating Application
The Massachusetts Association of Insurance Agents (MAIA) today issued a news release that included inaccurate or misleading information about Progressive's Web site and its Massachusetts private passenger auto insurance product that the Progressive Group of Insurance Companies would like to correct and clarify.
May 6, 2008
As Motorcycle Thefts Skyrocket, Progressive and LoJack Make it More Affordable for Bikers to Protect Their Rides
Progressive, the largest motorcycle insurer, offers 20 percent coverage discount; plus, riders can get a $50 rebate on "LoJack for Motorcycles."
May 1, 2008
Point, Click, Save! Starting Today, Massachusetts Drivers Have New Choice for Car Insurance as Progressive Opens for Business
Progressive's award-winning Web site makes it fast and easy to get accurate comparison rates from Progressive and up to three top competitors.
April 22, 2008
More Than a Quarter of a Million Trees to be Planted on Behalf of Car Insurer's Customers
Progressive plants trees in national forests — and offers a discount on rates — to thank customers who choose to do business electronically versus with paper.
April 17, 2008
The Secret Priorities of Boaters
A survey by leading boat insurer, Progressive, reveals that boaters put their vessel ahead of major milestones in their lives and are happier for it.
April 4, 2008
Progressive to Young Agents: Leverage Technology and National Brands to Grow Your Business
Progressive's Commercial Lines President John Barbagallo addresses a panel of Young Agents.
April 1, 2008
Progressive.com Ranks #1 on Keynote's Auto Insurance Carrier Scorecard
Improved functionality, security, and quality and availability features helped progressive.com earn the #1 spot on Keynote® Systems' (Nasdaq:KEYN) Q1 2008 Insurance Carrier Scorecard produced by Keynote Competitive Research, the industry analysis group of Keynote.
March 31, 2008
It's Time to Play Ball at Progressive Field: Fans and Players to Inaugurate Newly Re-Named Home of the Cleveland Indians
History will be made today as more than 40,000 fans show up to watch the Cleveland Indians take on the Chicago White Sox in the first game to ever be played at Progressive Field.
March 31, 2008
Progressive Opens New State-of-the Art Claims Facility in Philadelphia
Drivers who choose to use the free service can simply drop off their damaged car at the concierge facility and be on their way in a rental car in about 15 minutes.
March 28, 2008
Progressive Takes #1 Spot on Auto Insurance Customer Respect Study
Progressive.com tops a study that examines how well 22 auto insurance Web sites match the expectations of online visitors.
March 24, 2008
Progressive "Pumps" Up Truckers' Wallets with $150,000 in Free Fuel
Progressive Insurance announces the "Progressive Pumps Up the Savings Free Fuel Giveaway."
March 20, 2008
X PRIZE Foundation and Progressive Insurance Join Forces to Officially Announce $10 Million Progressive Automotive X PRIZE - the Race to Develop Ultra Fuel-Efficient Cars
During today's launch, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg declared New York as the start of the 2009 cross-country competition.
March 17, 2008
Garden State RVers Can Hit the Road with Insurance Made Just for Them
Progressive Insurance now offers specialized RV coverages and discounts in New Jersey.
March 3, 2008
Attention: RV Owners If You're One of the Millions of RVers Who Travel with Your Pet, Relax, They're Protected, Too
Progressive's free Pet Injury Coverage and new discounts are now available to Progressive RV customers.
February 27, 2008
Now It's Easier Than Ever for Trucking Operations to Get Full Protection
People in the trucking business can now get most of their insurance needs met in one place from a recognized commercial auto insurance expert as Progressive rounds out its offerings for small businesses with Cargo and General Liability insurance.
February 25, 2008
Massachusetts Drivers to Get New Choice for Car Insurance As Progressive Prepares to Offer Coverage Starting May 1
Progressive Insurance to phase in buying options over time in Massachusetts. First on progressive.com; later by phone and from independent agents.
February 19, 2008
Can't Wait to Hit the Road on Your New Bike? Not So Fast!
Progressive data shows that even veteran bikers could use basic training when they switch motorcycles.
February 15, 2008
Progressive Receives U.S. Patent for Its Concierge Claims Service Method
The concierge level of claims service helps to save drivers time and effort; Progressive takes responsibility for the entire vehicle claims/repair process following a crash.
February 14, 2008
Does Traffic "Drive" You Up A Wall?
Progressive's new traffic Widget helps drivers avoid jams with real-time traffic updates, saving them time and aggravation.
February 14, 2008
Batten Down the Hatches: Storm Season is Approaching!
A new video at progressive.com shows boaters how to stay safe and keep their boats afloat during hurricane season.
February 12, 2008
Improved Progressiveagent.com Makes It Even Easier for Independent Agents to Attract and Retain Customers
Progressiveagent.com drives leads to agencies and provides a self-service portal for Agency customers.
February 4, 2008
Rising Fuel Costs Leave Truckers Fuming
Progressive Insurance survey results show that the majority of truckers agree that fuel costs are a top concern but differ greatly on how to address the problem.
January 23, 2008
Progressive Sponsors 2008 AMA Supercross Season
Progressive Insurance sponsors holeshot award and is named the Official Insurance of Monster Energy Supercross.
January 11, 2008
Progressive Field, New Home of the Cleveland Indians
Progressive signs a 16-year deal for ballpark naming rights and becomes the official auto insurer of the Cleveland Indians.