2 insurance companies refund millions as COVID-19 pandemic makes Americans drive less
Most Allstate customers will get back 15% of their premium for April and May, the company said. In total, the insurer is giving back more than
"Less driving means fewer accidents," Allstate CEO
"Customers are not driving as much," American Family CEO
Driving has decreased in all major
Trips outside the house are limited to important errands, like grocery and pharmacy runs, for most workers. Workers deemed "essential" can still commute normally.
Traffic has decreased 69% in Mecklenburg County, according to data from StreetLight, a transportation data firm, and Cuebiq, a cell-phone location data firm. In Wake County, driving is down 72%.
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