Richmond, Va. (January 24, 2024) – Elephant Insurance today announced its relocation to a newoffice space on Park Central Drive in Richmond, Va. The move reflects the company’s transition to a remote work model in early 2021. It will also provide a space for in-person collaboration and team meetings. “The decision to relocate to a smaller office space aligns with our commitment to fostering a flexible and supportive work environment for our employees,” said Alberto Schiavon, CEO of Elephant Insurance. “Since we have embraced a remote workforce, we believe this new space is right-sized to provi ..read more

At Elephant Insurance, it’s not just our name that sets us apart from other insurance companies. We believe our core values of transparency, control, and value make us different. Those values allow us to put our customers at the center of all we do to deliver exceptional auto insurance with features and benefits that make sense for today’s drivers. Elephant’s core values Transparency Elephant gives you the right tools so you can choose the right protection. We’re committed to helping you feel confident in your auto insurance choices by laying out your options in a way that makes sense — jargon ..read more

Watching your teenager drive off on their own for the first time can be a bittersweet experience. You spent hours and hours preparing them to be safe drivers, but you still worry. How can you go the extra mile to safely prepare your child for the open road and avoid a car crash? We can answer that question, but first, let’s look at some of the statistics and factors that lead to teen car accidents. Teen accident statistics According to the CDC, about 2,400 teens in the U.S are killed in car accidents each year and almost 258,000 teens are hospitalized. Teenage boys are two times more likely to ..read more

Uh-oh…you’ve had a car totaled. Or have you? “Totaled” is a word that gets thrown around a lot when it comes to car accidents, but the term actually has a very specific definition. It is only used in insurance when the damage to the car falls under a particular set of circumstances set by your insurance. It’s not the driver’s responsibility to determine if the car is totaled. That falls onto the driver’s insurance adjuster and the car insurance company. Being more informed about total losses and how insurance companies handle them can help drivers feel more prepared if their car ever suffers s ..read more

As we move towards winter and temperatures have started to fall, you may have noticed your electric bill going up. And you certainly wouldn’t be the only one. HVAC can account for up to 50% of your electricity bill. The winter holidays are right around the corner. Heating systems running around the clock, holiday lights and house guests using extra energy and folks spending more time at home all help make your electric bill so high. Global prices have risen as a result of a shortage of natural gas producers. It’s not unusual to see winter heating costs increase your electricity costs. But as g ..read more

The tires on your vehicle wheels are literally rubber that meets the pavement, and for better or worse, the summertime can be your tires’ worst enemy. High heat, long road trips, and road construction projects can do a number on your summer tires. If we want to keep our wheels spinning to fall and winter, caring for your summer tires is a must.  There are simple, proactive things you can do to maintain and to protect your tires during the summer months.  Check out the list below to maintain the condition of your tires in what many call the dog days of summer. Before you buy new summe ..read more

Nothing is more important than being a safe driver on the road. Distracted driving and drunk driving have enormous consequences not only for you as a driver, but for your family and other people on the road. Because it impacts thousands of Americans every year, particularly teens who account for almost 10 percent of distracted drivers in fatal car crashes, many organizations offer scholarships to help raise awareness of distracted driving and ways to prevent it. If you are a student preparing for college, already in college, or even a family member with a college student, consid ..read more

We all lead busy lives, and sometimes things just slip through the cracks. If that means letting your veggies go bad or forgetting to floss before bed (sorry, dentists), it just means you’re human. However, some slip-ups can have more serious consequences. For example, letting your car insurance lapse can not only lead to higher insurance rates but also fines and lack of protection in the event of an accident. In this post, we’ll explain what defines a car insurance lapse, what the consequences could be. We’ll also cover what to do if your policy lapses, and how to avoid a lapse in the first p ..read more

Insurance coverage is something that everyone needs but that few people feel they fully understand. You’ve probably heard of full coverage or liability only insurance, but may have some questions on which is best for you. Doing your own research can provide you with an abundance of information but no real guidance. Unfortunately, even turning to the experts (the insurance companies) is extremely confusing more often than not. Too many companies prioritize sales over individualized solutions and customer understanding, which can leave you feeling overwhelmed and more than a little disappointed ..read more

In the state of Indiana, if you’ve been cited for driving without auto insurance, or if you’ve committed a serious moving violation or other infraction on the road, you may need to obtain a document called an SR-22. But what is it exactly, who has to get it, and what does it entail? SR-22 in Indiana SR-22 insurance isn’t a type of insurance, but rather a proof of financial responsibility. It is a document filed with the state of Indiana that serves as proof that an individual has at least the mandatory minimum amount auto insurance coverage. SR stands for “safety responsibility”, and in Indian ..read more