No matter how joyful a time of year it may be, holiday stress always manages to rear its ugly head. Isn’t it supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year? It can be hard to deal when your stress peaks around the holidays. That’s why it’s critical to prevent holiday stress before it begins and know how to act when you feel your…
7 Holiday Dessert Recipes That Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
No matter how much you fill up on turkey, stuffing, and sweet potatoes, there is always room for dessert. Case in point: these delicious holiday dessert recipes. Try one of these sweet treats for your next family gathering, holiday party, or office dessert swap! Peppermint Bark Worried how you’re going to making a dessert that stands out amid the office cookie swap? Peppermint bark is…
Enter for a Chance to WIN a $500 Gift Card to Spend on Thanksgiving Dinner
ABC Insurance Agencies is thankful for all of our friends, fans, and customers, and we want to help you have the best Thanksgiving meal ever for your family this year! ‘Tis the season to be thankful, which is why we’re saying THANK YOU by giving one lucky winner a $500 gift card to prepare a delicious Thanksgiving meal. How to Enter ABC’s Gobbler Giveaway Just…
10 Tips to Prevent Car Sickness
The holidays are right around the corner, and for many of us, that means more time on the road driving to and from the festivities. However, all that driving could mean motion sickness for some. What causes motion sickness? Everyone has their own internal representation of bodily movement. The brain is constantly receiving information from your eyes, inner ear, and sensory receptors in your joints…
How to Get Cheap Car Insurance: Tips on Shopping for the Cheapest Car to Insure
Did you know that October through December is the best time to buy a car? In the fall, dealers are trying to clear the lots to make way for next year’s models, and by the last two weeks in December, they’re trying to hit year-end sales goals. You’re already spending thousands of dollars when you decide to buy a new or used car, so knowing…
5 Things That Can Happen If You Drive Without Car Insurance
Every state requires its drivers to be financially responsible in the event that they cause bodily injury or property damage in an automobile accident. Car insurance exists to meet this financial obligation. Even with this requirement, 13% of U.S. motorists were uninsured in 2015, according to the Insurance Research Council. In fact, it’s estimated that 12-14% of drivers in Louisiana and Texas are uninsured. Is…
Why Do Some Countries Drive on the Left and Others on the Right?
Although most of the countries in the world drive on the right, there is no global system that governs which side of the road drivers drive on. In all, 163 countries and territories drive on the right-hand side of the road, and 76 countries and territories drive on the left-hand side. Left-side drivers include the United Kingdom, its territories, and many former British colonies, such…
How to Prevent Road Rage: 8 Tips to Stay Zen While You’re Stuck in Traffic
U.S. commuters in urban areas lose on average 54 hours per year to traffic delays due to clogged highways, according to the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s 2019 Urban Mobility Report. Among the country’s 15 most heavily trafficked roadways, that average spikes to a whopping 83 hours. That’s nearly three and a half days stuck in traffic! The numbers alone are stressful enough. You might not…
How to Avoid Blind Spots [INFOGRAPHIC]
Part of being a defensive driver includes being mindful of blind spots, both yours and those of other drivers. Learn how to adjust your mirrors and driving style to avoid blind spots with this handy infographic from ABC Insurance Agencies. The information provided in this infographic is designed to give helpful advice on the topic discussed. It is not intended to provide legal or…
6 Last-Minute Labor Day Weekend Getaways
Although it may feel like summer for a little while longer, Labor Day weekend marks the official end of summer. But it’s not too late to squeeze in one last hurrah! Let ABC Insurance Agencies help you make the most of the holiday. Read on if you’re looking for last-minute Labor Day weekend vacation or day trip ideas in Louisiana and Texas! Trip Ideas for…