21st Century Insurance to Lower Auto Insurance Rates in Illinois

WILMINGTON, DE -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/19/10 -- 21st Century Centennial Insurance Company today announced that it has lowered its overall rate level for new customers in Illinois by 9.5 percent, which includes internet and age group savings. The rate reduction is effective as of July 12, 2010.

21st Century is reducing rates for new customers while Illinois' largest auto insurers raised rates in 2010. The estimated overall savings for new customers is expected to be nearly $150 per year.

"This rate decrease allows new 21st Century customers to get more value for their auto insurance," said Tony DeSantis, CEO of 21st Century Insurance. "Consumers expect more today, and now customers in Illinois will benefit from receiving the same great coverage for less."

Actual premiums will vary by customer depending on a variety of factors.

About 21st Century
21st Century Insurance is a trade name for a leading group of direct-to-consumer auto insurers in the U.S. 21st Century is a forward-thinking auto insurance business that meets the needs of today's customers. It is dedicated to providing customers with excellent coverage and award-winning service, and helping them save on auto insurance. Insuring over 2 million vehicles across 49 states and Washington, D.C., 21st Century is also a proud part of the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies®, the third largest personal lines insurer in the country. For more information, visit http://www.21st.com/ or call 1-877-310-5687 for a quote.