Cellphone violations in Texas school zones are costly

It pays not to talk on your handheld cellphone in a school zone in Texas.

The average fine for a motorist caught using a handheld cellphone in a Texas school zone is $235, according to an Allstate survey of 80 cities across the state. The highest fine is $327 in Corpus Christi, Frisco, New Braunfels and Pearland.

Other cellphone fines reported in the Allstate survey are:

• Austin $326.• Alice $322.• La Porte $322.• Tomball $322.• San Marcos $303.• Midland $297.

Meanwhile, the average cost of a ticket for a driver who exceeds the speed limit by 10 miles per hour in a Texas school zone is $216, the Allstate survey shows. The highest ticket in that category is $312 in Huntsville.

Other fines for going 10 miles per hour over the speed limit in a school zone are:

• College Station $310.• Alice $305.• Bryan $285.• Mesquite $275.• Kerrville $272.• Shenandoah $272.• Lewisville $266.• Bellaire $250.• Brownsville $250.• Denton $250.• Houston $250.

A total of 80 Texas police departments or municipal courts responded to the Allstate survey by phone or email between July 25 and Aug. 8, 2011. Fines also were tracked

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5 Ways to Keep Kids Safe in the Car

Get safely from here to there with the most precious cargo of all.

Parents carefully make sure their homes are “kid friendly.” It’s important to put the same amount of thought into making sure your vehicles are safe. That’s why child safety and health expert Debra Holtzman, a certified child-passenger safety technician, offers these guidelines to help you get on the road safely.

  1. Use the right car seat the right way. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that parents keep their toddlers in rear-facing car seats until age 2, or until they’ve reached the maximum height and weight for their seat.

    Consult both the seat manufacturer’s instructions and your vehicle manual before purchasing and installing a seat to ensure compatibility and proper setup, says Holtzman, who is also author of The Safe Baby: A Do-It-Yourself Guide to Home Safety and Healthy Living. The rear-ce

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Some rental cars fare poorly in crash tests

Many consumers in the car buying market put safety among their highest priorities when considering what vehicle to purchase. As such, several car manufacturers have responded by highlighting what safety features the vehicle is equipped with and what awards it’s won from organizations like the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

But a recent study from USA Today finds that some rental car vehicles do not have a strong auto safety record.

Several poorly rated models

According to an in-depth analysis by the paper of the nation’s eight biggest rental car brands – Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty – many of their vehicle offerings are lacking in safety ratings if they’re involved in side, rear or rollover accidents.

USA Today found six 2011 vehicles and one 2010 vehicle that had side-impact ratings of “poor”: the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, the Volkswagen Beetle, the Jeep Wrangler, GMC Canyon, the Chevrolet Colorado with crew cab and the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

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TD Car Insurance Review

This TD Car Insurance Review will discuss TD Insurance, which offers a variety of insurance policies. TD Insurance is a member of TD Bank Group, which is a large financial service organization in Canada. TD Insurance Company is the leading insurer of critical illness insurance in all of Canada and it is in the top three for insuring auto and home insurance in Canada.

You can easily obtain online car insurance quotes for free. Just type your zip code into the rates tool now!

Along with health insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance, TD Insurance offers ATV insurance, motorcycle insurance, life insurance, snowmobile insurance, and travel medical insurance. It also offers services for credit protection.

TD Insurance offers another unique service.

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Understanding Auto Insurance Details

Its absolutely mandatory in all jurisdictions for all cars to have insurance coverage. It constitutes a criminal offense for any automobile owner or driver to drive on roads without the suitable automobile insurance as specified in insurance legislations by location. While the mandatory types of insurance can differ from one jurisdiction to another, there are certain types that are universal and applicable in all jurisdictions.

Even though you are under obligation to have the basic and mandatory car insurance, it pays a great deal to consider purchasing extra insurance that may be advantageous to you in case of an accident or an unfortunate event. Because you will definitely be searching for cheap insurance policy, you will be tempted to think about purchasing extra optional coverage as an unnecessary additional burden. What if unforeseen, uninsured event occurs? The quantity that you will be obligated to pay out-of-pocket may simply ruin you financially.

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Top FAQs about Compare Car Insurance

Many UK motorists find the car insurance market to be challenging when going online to compare car insurance quotes. Due to lack of adequate knowledge, many motorists fear of being duped and overpaying for the policy. The below FAQs will help you to understand the car insurance market and find the suitable insurance quote at the best price.

Why I need insurance policy for my car?

Carrying liability car insurance is not only a choice but a legal requirement of almost every state. This kind of insurance pays for the damages caused to others during an accident. Even if you are driving in the state that do not ask for liability car insurance, holding the policy shows the sense of financial responsibility to pay for damages.

Is it compulsory to buy to car insurance before buying a car?

If you are the first time buyer, make sure you are covered with suitable car insurance before going behind the wheels.

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