Big brother watching...State Farm

[CamaroCracka]

Originally Posted by dcarlos55

Don't be too surprised in a couple of years when the "snapshot" or something like it is required to purchase auto insurance. Whether it's government "safety" regulations or just a money grab by the insurance companies, it will happen.

Bet that this info will be shared around to anyone who wants it for a price. Law enforcement, health insurance, life insurance...

Imagine getting speeding tickets in the mail based on this info. In case you hadn't noticed these companies and the government don't care one little bit about your privacy when there is money to be made.

Of course they will tell you that it's all for the good of the general public and plenty of people will buy into the BS.

As long as there is a free market of people willing to pay for insurance that does not require this, there will be insurance companies offering insurance to that group.

Not to mention, this would be hard to do to cars that have no OnStar etc. There are still lots of old cars and trucks on the road. I own two myself and intend to drive them until the wheels fall off.

[bb040]

anyone know how to disable onstar

[PalmerGA]

Originally Posted by bb040

anyone know how to disable onstar

Call them and cancel.

[JacekPSUr1]

Originally Posted by goinggone14

A discussion is, "What do you think about State Farm having the ability to monitor my driving if I give them permission?"

A witch hunt is, "Big Brother watching... State Farm" as a thread topic.

Who said anything about it being a witch hunt?! You seriously need to chill out and relax a bit! The way you go about correcting others and trying to prove your point just makes you look like a big douche.

[Snidely Whiplash]

Originally Posted by JacekPSUr1

^ Are you serious?!! Hopefully that won't pass! That is a complete disregard of everyone's privacy! I miss Cali, but this is insane!

The fed gubment has been tracking folks via their cell phones, listening to your calls, monitoring your texts, emails, and computer surfing habits for years. Big Brother came to be when terrorists hit us at home.

We will never go back to privacy of the old days. The digital age has arrived.

"We have met the enemy and he is us" - Walt Kelly

[mariojmoe]

Originally Posted by bb040

anyone know how to disable onstar

Pm me. That is my old onstar box. Nuff said

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by Scalded Dog

Based on that chart.. and doing a little extrapolating... let's see... multiply by x... carry the three... square root of pi... hmmmmm... I could save almost 1/3 of a penny EVERY year, and all I need to do is give up my privacy!

Might work for some, each to his own... I won't knock anybody for doing so. Just not my cup o' Joe!

I take it math was NOT your major.....

[Snidely Whiplash]

Originally Posted by bb040

anyone know how to disable onstar

Never send them money when the free trial is over. I have a cell phone...I don't need another.

[Snidely Whiplash]

Originally Posted by PalmerGA

I, too, have been with SF for over 30 years and have no complaints. I have an excellent driving record, no tickets, and have only had two claims in all this time - was not at fault for either one. Obviously, their rates have gone up over the years... whose hasn't? So, every once in a while I will take the time to fill out one of those forms that initiates a "best rate" quote from several other companies. Allstate, Progressive, GEICO, etc... I have even contacted USAA for a quote. NO ONE can even come close to the rates I am getting with State Farm - no contest.

I've been with USAA for 40 years. They take care of most all my financial needs.

[2Fast4Mu]

It's definitely not worth 5% or 9% or whatever to help push along the idea that it's acceptable for my insurance company to electronically monitor my driving. This is definitely a slippery slope and will lead to increased monitoring in the future for "even more savings" (i.e., they increase the rates for non-compliant drivers).

Honestly, I'm bothered that some find this agreeable....but to each his own, I guess.

heh..I imagine the State Farm offer in the future -- "And if you allow us to download some data from your social media, such as your photos, friends list, and likes, we'll determine your risk based upon the movies you enjoy (i.e., Driving Miss Daisy vs Fast and Furious)." Unbelievable? 10 years ago, this would have been unbelievable too, I suspect.

[2Fast4Mu]

Originally Posted by bannonm

Sorry wasn't meant to insult you. I just have no love loss for State Farm. I had them for 30 years with a good record, no tickets, etc. My wife is a process consultant and worked for the home office for 6 months to help them improve efficiency and eliminate waste. Problem is their culture isn't willing to except change and they continue down the same path. We shortly left them and went to Geico and went from over $4k a year to $2,600 a year same vehicle coverage. I had 6 cars, a motorcycle and two houses insured with them. We were recently rear-ended by a Mack truck and Geico's service was excellent. Not knocking SF on service, just their cost for the same service.

So bizarre. I had almost the opposite experience. Switching to State Farm saved me almost 50% over Geico. I guess it just depends on the market and vehicles, etc.

[Mean Green Z28]

statefarm actually went much higher for me for no fault of my own. the lady said it due to accepted rate increments accoridng to law etc. wtf ... checked progressive and pur rates are much lower according to the qoute

Typing fat fingered on my GS3...excuse any sfelling mitcakes

[SeaCompiler]

The less companies know... the better. Nobody should ever give up personal privacy in exchange for money - ever IMO.

[CRF8]

Got to agree with 2 fast & sea, I don't normally post comments like this but this is an important topic.


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