Telematics Programs Prompt Changes in Driving Behavior, But Not All Changes are Permanent
According to a new study from the
Insurer-sponsored telematics programs typically involve auto insurers providing participating policyholders with individualized advice and tips on how they can reduce the risk of accidents by changing how they drive. The feedback provided is based on information about actual driving behavior collected during program participation.
"These findings suggest that telematics programs play a beneficial role in promoting safe driving and reducing the frequency of auto accidents and their associated costs," said
Other issues examined in the study include:
- Reasons for not participating in a telematics program when offered
- Concerns about how information about driving behavior is used
- Factors that encourage participation in telematics programs
- The impact of participation on insurance costs
- How drivers use their smartphones while driving
The IRC report, Auto Insurance Telematics and Smartphone Use: Consumer Survey Report, is based on an online survey of 2,099 drivers age 18 and older conducted in
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