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Spring Home Maintenance Checklist: 9 Tips to Prepare for Warmer Months

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Your Spring Car Tune-Up Checklist: How to Get Your Vehicle Ready for the Season

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How to Prepare for a Wildfire

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Should You Lease or Buy a Car? Here Are Some Factors to Consider

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Car Dashboard Symbols and Meanings

Understand car dashboard symbols and meanings with this guide from Mercury Insurance to act fast, stay safe, and avoid costly insurance claims.

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What Do I Do If My Car Has a Recall?

What is a recall on a car? Learn what to do if your car has a recall and how acting fast can help you stay safe and avoid insurance coverage issues.

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What Is a Car Title?

In this guide, we’ll break down everything to know about car titles: the different types, how to transfer or replace one, and why to keep it up to date.

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What is a vehicle identification number (VIN)?

Where and what is a vehicle identification number (VIN) on a car? Mercury Insurance explains how to find it, decode it, and what it is used for. Start here!

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America’s Fire Safety Report Card

How fire-safe are American households? Our national fire safety survey reveals gaps in preparedness, fire-safe habits, and knowledge by state and generation.

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How to Check Your Car Brake Pads for Wear

How do you know if your brakes are going bad? Learn the signs of bad brake pads, how to check them, and when to replace them to prevent insurance claims.

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Tips for Driving on the Highway

Learn how to drive on the highway safely with expert tips from Mercury Insurance. Improve your driving habits and help protect your car insurance coverage.

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Promoting Eco-Friendly Driving Habits

Learn how to drive smarter with these eco-friendly driving tips. From sustainable commuting to EV insurance, Mercury helps you go green and save money.