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Self-driving cars? Not just yet 🚗🤖 Only 13% of Canadians say they’d consider buying an autonomous vehicle in the next tw...
05/26/2026

Self-driving cars? Not just yet 🚗🤖

Only 13% of Canadians say they’d consider buying an autonomous vehicle in the next two years, while 65% aren’t interested. Safety concerns, a preference to drive, lack of trust, and cost are what's keeping adoption slow, even as real-world data shows fewer serious crashes.

So, what will change minds? Experts say driverless tech may come first as a service, not a purchase.

Link for the full story: https://rates.ca/resources/try-you-buy-canadians-choose-autonomous-vehicles-service-ownership

5.6% more for climate-resilient homes? 🏠🌧️ Hail-resistant roofs and flood protection are adding up to $50K in value in c...
04/28/2026

5.6% more for climate-resilient homes? 🏠🌧️

Hail-resistant roofs and flood protection are adding up to $50K in value in cities like Toronto and Calgary. But the real question isn’t whether these upgrades protect homes (they do); it’s whether homeowners and agents will start highlighting them in listings to unlock their full value.

Link to full story: https://rates.ca/resources/severe-weather-adaptations-boost-home-market-value-canada

56% of Canadians interested in EVs would consider a Chinese-built model like BYD or Chery, attracted by competitive pric...
04/01/2026

56% of Canadians interested in EVs would consider a Chinese-built model like BYD or Chery, attracted by competitive pricing, openness to emerging brands, and strong performance. 🚗🌏

With more lower-cost EVs entering the market this year, the question isn’t whether Canadians are interested — it’s whether these options can close the country’s EV affordability gap.

Link to full story: https://rates.ca/resources/electric-vehicles-survey-2026

EV interest is rising — but big concerns remain. While 30% of Canadians say they’d consider buying an EV, most still wor...
03/31/2026

EV interest is rising — but big concerns remain. While 30% of Canadians say they’d consider buying an EV, most still worry about:

💸 Purchase price (59%)
🔋 Driving range (54%)
🛠️ Repair & maintenance costs (45%)

Only 6% say they have no concerns at all. So, while EV curiosity is growing — price and practicality still hold the keys to adoption. 🔑🔌

Link to full report: https://rates.ca/resources/electric-vehicles-survey-2026

Ontarians are getting crushed by insurance costs 💸😤In the last 4 years, households in major cities have shelled out near...
03/12/2026

Ontarians are getting crushed by insurance costs 💸😤

In the last 4 years, households in major cities have shelled out nearly $17,000 just to stay insured — and auto makes up over 70% of that 🚗💥

Here in Toronto, yearly premiums are now just shy of $6,000 — rising faster than wages and outpacing almost every other cost-of-living category 📈

If it feels like insurance has become a second rent payment… that’s because it pretty much has 😬🏠

👉 Tap the link to see what you’re really paying — and why: https://rates.ca/resources/ontario-households-insurance-to-income-burden-2026

📱 Gen Z is driving claims digital! While most still start claims by phone, younger drivers are shifting to email, apps, ...
01/27/2026

📱 Gen Z is driving claims digital!

While most still start claims by phone, younger drivers are shifting to email, apps, and online chat:

📞 Boomers: 80% by phone
📞 Millennials: 70% by phone
📞 Gen Z: 63% by phone

As Gen Z hits the road, digital claims are the future. How do you prefer to start a claim: phone or digital? Let us know!

👉 More insights: https://rates.ca/annual-best-auto-insurance-study-2026

💸 Price matters, but so does trust! In 2025, 36% of drivers picked their insurer for the lowest price. But clear, proact...
01/23/2026

💸 Price matters, but so does trust!

In 2025, 36% of drivers picked their insurer for the lowest price. But clear, proactive communication is what builds confidence.

✅ Know what’s covered
✅ Get clear timelines
✅ Avoid surprises

Even price-sensitive customers feel more confident with helpful guidance, says Craig Richardson, Economical Insurance.

Tired of rising premiums? See which insurers deliver the best value. Link: https://rates.ca/annual-best-auto-insurance-study-2026

More Ontarians know about UBI, but few are using it. Why? ✅ 96% say setup is easy ✅ 71% agree it reflects their driving ...
01/22/2026

More Ontarians know about UBI, but few are using it. Why?

✅ 96% say setup is easy
✅ 71% agree it reflects their driving
✅ 88% plan to renew

With rising costs, UBI could mean savings and safer roads. Ready to switch? Link to full study: https://rates.ca/annual-best-auto-insurance-study-2026

📈 Claims satisfaction is UP! 🚗💨 81% of Canadians are happier with claims service — up from 73% in 2023! ✅ Faster claims ...
01/21/2026

📈 Claims satisfaction is UP! 🚗💨 81% of Canadians are happier with claims service — up from 73% in 2023!

✅ Faster claims
✅ Better service
✅ Higher satisfaction

Is your insurer keeping up? Drop your thoughts below! 👇

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