TDCI Shares Tips, Information for Parents of Teen Drivers During Prom Season
April 12, 2019
Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI)
Nashville, TN – It’s time for tuxedos, prom dresses, and corsages as prom season gets underway for parents and teens across the Volunteer State.
But before handing over the car keys on prom night, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) encourages parents to first do their homework about auto insurance.
State Farm® Mutual Automobile Insurance Company Auto Rate Cut for Tennessee Customers
June 16, 2018
State Farm
Bloomington, IL – State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, the largest auto insurer in Tennessee and in the nation, will cut its rates in Tennessee. As a result, its overall personal auto rate will drop by 3% percent.
The total expected state-wide savings for State Farm Mutual auto policyholders as a result of this rate decrease in Tennessee will be approximately $26.3 million.
Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Offers Tips on Auto Insurance, Car Buying for New Grads
May 21, 2018
Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
Nashville, TN – With graduation season in full swing, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) offers insurance and safety tips to new graduates who plan on buying a new car before departing for college or entering the workforce.
Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance encourages Teen Drivers, Parents to Get Smart About Auto Insurance
August 20, 2017
Nashville, TN – With the back-to-school season underway, many teen drivers are taking the wheel and driving themselves to class for the first time.
Before handing over the keys, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) encourages parents to do their homework on auto insurance and talk to their teens about the importance of responsible driving.

TDCI shares the following tips from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) to help keep teen drivers safe and parents’ costs down
Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Warns of Ride-Share Auto Insurance Coverage Gaps
March 18, 2014

Nashville, TN – Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak is warning Tennesseans of potential auto insurance gaps for individuals working as drivers for Transportation Network Companies (TNC), such as Lyft, UberX, and Sidecar.
These ride-share programs provide pre-arranged transportation services for compensation using an online-enabled platform to connect passengers with drivers using the driver’s personal vehicle. [Read more]
Tennessee State Fire Marshal says review Insurance Coverage before Holiday Travels Begin
November 26, 2013
Tennessee urges Residents to review Insurance Coverage
Nashville, TN – The holiday season increases the chance for mishaps, as more people travel and attend gatherings. Factor in the fatigue and distraction that can accompany changes to our routines and the risk becomes greater.
Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak suggests you take time to review how your insurance covers mishaps in the home and when traveling. [Read more]
ShopSmart Reviews Discount Financial Services
June 19, 2013
Out-of-the-ordinary offerings from BJ’s, Costco and Walmart to buy, consider, or skip
Yonkers, NY – These days, shoppers can find more than big bags of Doritos and giant jars of peanut butter, at discount retailers such as BJ’s, Costco, and Walmart.
The July 2013 issue of ShopSmart magazine, from Consumer Reports, features an up-close look at seven financial services including credit cards and mortgages offered by these discount giants and reveals if they are worth the expense. [Read more]
Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance urges residents to review Insurance Coverage
December 23, 2012
Prepare for the holiday season with an eye toward Murphy’s Law
Nashville, TN – The holiday season increases the chance for mishaps, as more people travel and attend gatherings. Factor in the fatigue and distraction that can accompany changes to our routines, and the risk becomes greater. After all, no one ever plans on being injured. [Read more]
Tennessee Department of Commerce urges residents to review Insurance Coverage
December 27, 2011

Prepare for the holiday season with an eye toward Murphy’s Law
Nashville, TN – The holiday season increases the chance for mishaps, as more people travel and attend gatherings. Factor in the fatigue and distraction that can accompany changes to our routines, and the risk becomes greater. After all, no one ever plans on being injured.
Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak suggests you take time to review how your insurance covers mishaps in the home and when traveling. Consider these scenarios as a starting point for reviewing your coverage limits, whether for the holidays or for every day. [Read more]









