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Posted on April 15, 2020 in How to Save on Auto Insurance
Car Insurance During The Coronavirus Outbreak - At The General, we want to be sensitive to what's happening while we also protect our customers and provide the best car insurance. Learn more! Read More »
Posted on April 15, 2020 in Community, The General News
For over 55 years, The General® has stood by our customers during their most challenging times, and now, our commitment to flexible, affordable car insurance is stronger than ever. Due to the impact of COVID-19, we have implemented additional flexible payment options to assist customers when they need it most. Read More »
Posted on March 31, 2020 in Community, The General News
The General® Insurance is partnering with Tennessee State University to provide career training and employment opportunities for its students, as lead sponsors of programs to support the career development center and athletics academic services. Read More »
Posted on March 16, 2020 in Community, The General News
I want to thank you for the trust you put in The General Insurance® and our employees. As President & CEO, I feel it’s important to share an update on how we are responding to the coronavirus situation. Read More »
Posted on December 21, 2019 in Community, The General News
The results are in for The General® Jingle Remix presented by The Bobby Bones Show and Bobby and his team couldn’t have picked a better winner! We caught up with Warren Terrell recently to hear about the experience in his own words. Read More »
Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times of the year for holiday road trips and Christmas is right behind it. That means you’ll want to be prepared before you hit the roads for turkey and toys with loved ones this holiday season, but you’re in luck because we’re always here to make life easier! From family fun to car care, we’ve got all the top tips for holiday road trip success for your family this year. Read More »
The General® recently donated a vehicle to local Nashville law enforcement agencies, to be used for undercover surveillance in an effort to catch auto thieves. Read More »
Posted on February 5, 2019 in Community, The General News
The General® Insurance announced today that Bobby Bones – nationally syndicated on-air personality, New York Times #1 best-selling author, philanthropist and winner of season 27’s Dancing with the Stars – has signed on as the company’s newest brand ambassador. Read More »
Posted on January 15, 2019 in The General News
Nashville-based auto insurer The General® has appointed veteran insurance executive Tony DeSantis, to the new positon of president and chief executive officer, joining Chief Operating Officer Steve Tjugum as the company’s top leaders. Elicia Azali has been named Marketing senior vice president. Read More »
Posted on August 30, 2018 in The General News
The General® and Ken Roberts Productions have been recognized with four Telly Awards at the 39th Annual Telly Awards competition in the Insurance and 3D Animation categories. We took home the Silver Telly for Shaq Weight Lifting and three Bronze Telly Awards for Shaq Weight Lifting and Boxing. Read More »
Posted on May 7, 2018 in
Auto insurance company The General® today announced it has partnered with global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) on a new television commercial campaign timed to the launch of the highly anticipated feature film Uncle Drew, which will be released on Lionsgate’s Summit Entertainment label on June 29th. Fans of The General’s popular commercials that feature Shaquille O’Neal, one of the stars in the film, driving away with The General in the famed red Corvette, are in for a treat! Watch the new commercials, Everyone Scores and Everything to Prove. Read More »
Posted on January 31, 2018 in Shaq, The General News
It was a BIG two years for The General® (pun intended), partnering with its first brand ambassador, Shaquille O’Neal beginning in January 2016. So big, in fact, that they have extended their partnership with the NBA Hall-of-Famer for another three years. Read More »
The General® is now offering affordable auto insurances in the Garden State. Check out these fun facts about New Jersey: Read More »
Posted on September 23, 2016 in Car Tips, Claims and Safety
Sitting in rush hour traffic can be the worst parts of the day for many people. Check out these tips to surviving your daily commute. Read More »
Posted on September 1, 2016 in Car Tips, Claims and Safety
Don’t be a victim of dishonest auto sales involving flood salvaged cars. The General® cares about its customers who are victims of the recent flooding in Louisiana as well as other locations impacted by flooding in recent years. Read More »
Posted on May 16, 2016 in Shaq, The General News
The General® is pleased to announce that “Shaq”, Shaquille O’Neal, will be serving as a brand ambassador for The General® Auto Insurance. Read More »
Having always considered himself a man of strong deeds and gentle words, The General® is excited to announce that we will be offering our affordable auto and rental insurance to residents of Maryland Read More »
The General® has decided he’s ready to “Live Free or Die”, and therefore has begun to offer affordable auto and rental insurance to residents of New Hampshire. If that’s not enough to get you excited, check out these fun New Hampshire factoids! Read More »
Posted on January 11, 2016 in Insurance News
In response to the recent widespread flooding experienced in Illinois, The General® has placed a temporary moratorium on cancellations and non-renewals in the following counties until February 29, 2016: Alexander, Calhoun, Cass, Christian, Clinton, Cumberland, Douglas, Iroquois, Jackson, Jersey, Lawrence, Madison, Marion, Menard, Monroe, Morgan, Moultrie, Pike, Randolph, Richland, Sangamon, St. Clair and Vermilion. Read More »
Leading the way with top rated coverage and affordable insurance premiums, The General® knows the importance of planning ahead. As you prepare for fall and winter weather, make sure you’ve gone through The General®’s Hot Tips for Cold Weather Maintenance Read More »
Posted on November 20, 2015 in The General News
Holiday or any day, The General® is ready with the lowest insurance rates on top-rated coverage for your car, truck, and more! But November’s annual feast poses its own special challenges, so take along The General®’s Tastiest Tips to Get Through Thanksgiving ! Read More »
Posted on October 15, 2015 in Claims and Safety
The leader in providing top-rated, affordable insurance coverage for cars, The General® loves road tripping this time of year to admire Autumn’s glorious colors. On a color tour or on your way to work, be sure to take along The General®’s Top Tips for Fine Fall Driving! Read More »
Posted on August 6, 2015 in Saving Money
The General® knows you’re going places this summer! Before you hit the road, pack these super summer savings tips! Read More »
To the cheers of adoring crowds, The General® is marching into the nation’s capital, answering popular demand for top-rated, affordable auto insurance! While Washingtonians celebrate the freedom of great coverage with great rates, check out these fast facts on Washington, DC Read More »
Posted on July 7, 2015 in Claims and Safety
On the job or out for fun, everyone wants to look their best. But if you groom your good looks while behind the wheel, you’re asking for trouble! The General® knows what’s most attractive, so believe him when he says, You look better without bruises! Read More »
Posted on June 24, 2015 in Claims and Safety
The General® has marched into Vermont with affordable insurance! Here are some fun, fast facts on the latest state with The General®’s top rated coverage! Read More »
Anyone with motoring experience knows the road is not always going to be smooth. These days, even the best driver is bound to have a mishap or find rough patch along the way. Having been around the block more than once, The General understands: find out more about his storehouse of solutions sure to Ease You Down The Road Read More »
According to the NHSTA, distracted driving causes thousands of injuries and deaths each year. And even though food should be our friend, dining behind the wheel ranks high on the NHSTA list of Ways to Get in a Wreck. Here are 6 delicacies motorists should consume with caution! Read More »
Posted on April 21, 2015 in Car Tips, Claims and Safety
After a long winter, the open road is now packed with motorists heading out for sightseeing, vacations, get-togethers, and more. When you make plans for a drive, make sure you’ll have a safe passage. Springtime is the rainy season, so be ready for wet driving conditions. Read More »
Posted on April 1, 2015 in Car Tips, Saving Money
Tax time... Not many people enjoy this process… because so few of us understand it. Every year, the rules change. You should consult a certified tax professional before taking deductions. The IRS allows you to deduct the cost of operating a vehicle for several different reasons. Ask your tax professional which of the following deductions you should use. Read More »
Posted on July 2, 2014 in New State, The General News
The General® is excited to offer low cost auto insurance in the beautiful state of Nebraska. We list some of Nebraska's most spectacular road trips that are sure to inspire you to take a cruise with your newly insured vehicle. There's no place like Nebraska! Read More »
Posted on April 8, 2014 in Insurance News, The General News
As part of the multi-year contract with The General®, Capgemini will deliver its Insurance Connect solution to provide The General®, with a flexible, scalable claims platform. Insurance Connect is the industry’s first subscription-based, cloud service offering of Guidewire InsuranceSuiteTM bringing best-in-class claims, policy administration, and billing capabilities to small to mid-sized carriers. This platform addresses The General®’s key requirements to enhance and streamline claims processing for better customer servicing. Read More »
Posted on March 14, 2014 in Car Tips, Claims and Safety
If you’re not used to slushy, winter conditions, this article contains a few basic tips to help you navigate through slushy winter conditions. We want you and your family to arrive safe and sound to wherever it is that you need to go. Read More »
Everyone knows a car needs gasoline to run, but what about the other fluids? Well, they are just as important. Cars require multiple fluids to functional properly and safely that need to be checked on a regular basis and changed at manufacturer specified intervals or as needed. Have you checked these fluid levels lately, or have you let your car get thirsty? Read More »
Posted on August 28, 2013 in Car Tips, Saving Money
Have your gasoline expenses risen lately? You are not alone. The General® is here to help with 10 easy tips to lower your gas expenses! Read More »
Posted on July 29, 2013 in New State, The General News
Please join us in welcoming our newest state, West Virginia, to the list of states where we currently offer car insurance! West Virginia’s 38,646 miles of public roads pass through mountains, valleys, wild rivers, rolling countryside, and forests - in fact, over 75% of the state is covered in forests! This is one good reason why you’ll need excellent insurance in The Mountain State, and The General® is up for the challenge. Read More »
Posted on July 16, 2013 in Insurance News, The General News
This year, Permanent General (and associated companies including The General®) celebrates its’ 50th anniversary! The company was founded in 1963 to specialize in non-standard insurance, and initially developed this specialty in the state of Tennessee. Read More »
Posted on April 11, 2013 in New State, The General News
The General® is pleased to welcome the state of Utah to the growing list of places that we offer insurance! The General® has been offering car insurance for over 50 years, and we pride ourselves on our reputation for excellent customer service. Read More »
Posted on January 22, 2013 in The General News
American Family Insurance completed its previously announced acquisition of our Nashville, Tennessee-based Permanent General Companies and other subsidiaries of the PGC Holdings Corp. on Dec. 31. Read More »
Posted on December 3, 2012 in The General News
Effective January 2, 2013, Permanent General (PGC) and its affiliated companies will begin operating as one brand: ‘The General’® Read More »
Posted on September 19, 2012 in New State, The General News
The General® is excited to announce that we have entered yet another state: Mississippi! Our new Mississippi customers will find that we offer affordable insurance no matter what your driving record is, and it will take less than 2 minutes for us to prove it to you with our quick quote. Read More »
Posted on September 5, 2012 in The General News
The General® and Ken Roberts Productions were recognized in the Animation category at the 33rd Annual Telly Awards competition. We received a Silver Award for Baseball and Bronze Awards for Football and Snowboard. Read More »
Posted on February 28, 2012 in New State, The General News
We would like to welcome the state of Washington! While we have been offering high quality auto insurance for almost 50 years, we only recently decided to expand throughout the country in the last few years and think Washington would be a great fit. Why? Because Washingtonians like affordable, reliable car insurance, and we offer just that! Read More »
Posted on September 22, 2011 in New State, The General News
The General® is excited to welcome Alabama as our 21st state! Since drivers in Alabama are required to carry liability insurance, we understand how important it is to explore your options and make sure you are getting the best and most affordable policy possible. That’s why we provide an online quick quote that makes it easy to do so! We’re sure that residents of the “Yellowhammer State” will be singing our praises when they discover how much money they can save with The General®. Read More »
Posted on May 23, 2011 in The General News
The General® is the title sponsor for the inaugural Show Me Music and Arts Festival on June 17-19, 2011 in Springfield, MO. The festival will feature three days of camping, fun, and live music performed by awesome artists including: Tim McGraw, Train, OneRepublic, Trace Adkins, REO Speedwagon, Big and Rich, Gretchen Wilson, and many more! Read More »
Posted on May 3, 2011 in The General News
The General® wants to make purchasing and paying for car insurance as easy as pie. Weʼve launched a new mobile site to allow you to:
- Get a car insurance quote
- Purchase car insurance
- Pay your premium
- Manage your policy
And more - all from your smartphone! Read More »
Posted on March 18, 2011 in How to Save on Auto Insurance, The General News
We are excited to announce a partnership with Netspend® that will allow our customers to simplify their payment options through the use of a NetSpend Visa® prepaid debit card. Discover ways to save money and time with The General®'s flexible NetSpend auto insurance payment option. Read More »
Posted on March 18, 2011 in The General News
The General® now offers customers a paperless billing option that allows you to receive billing and other policy-related information online. Instead of receiving printed paper documents in the mail, customers who take advantage of our paperless option will receive email notifications when bills and other policy-related documents are available to view online. Read More »