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Worn extension cords cause cars to go up in flames
MPI’s fire experts say a cracked extension cord – or a block heater cord with a corroded plug – can sometimes lead to “electrical arching” which can quickly spark a fire
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MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 – Number 1
Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) refers all suspicious claims to its Special Investigation Unit (SIU), which investigates about 3,000 claims each year. These investigations often lead to the apprehension of insurance fraudsters and in 2011, this resulted in fraud savings of more than $9 million for Manitoba auto insurance rate payers. MPI has released its annual [...]
MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 – Number 2
Coming in at second spot in MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 is a case where a driving lesson may have helped a fraudster get away
MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 – Number 3
Coming in at third spot in MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 is a case that crosses provincial – and legal – boundaries
MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 – Number 4
Coming in at fourth spot in MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 is one the case of one cab driver who just wanted to keep working
MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 – Number 5
Coming in at fifth spot in MPI’s top five frauds of 2011 is one semi-trailer driver who wasn’t so injured after all
December a dangerous month for Manitoba drivers
By ILSTV Staff on Dec 13, 2011 in Road Safety
With the goal of raising road safety awareness among young Manitobans, MPI recently announced it was sponsoring the inaugural ‘Rethink Road Safety Video’ contest
MPI told to reduce auto insurance premiums by 8 percent
Manitoba’s Public Utilities Board says eight percent decrease would “instll some fiscal discipline in MPI’s operations”
Manitoba’s top five worst areas for deer-vehicle accidents
Eastman Region worst in province for deer-vehicle collisions
MPI reports halved net income in first six months of 2011
Provincial insurer says it is in a ‘stable financial position’ despite claims from severe summer weather
New study sheds light on personal cost of auto insurance across Canada
“Drivers in BC, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba should be asking why their governments have eliminated consumer choice and are forcing them to purchase auto insurance at rates higher than necessary.” Neil Mohindra
Manitoba Public Insurance hosting public meetings
Insurer holding meetings in The Pas, Beausejour, Winnipeg
MPI proposes 6.8 percent rate decrease for 2012-2013 insurance year
Insurer announces rate proposal, reports 2010 net loss of $22.3 million
Manitoba Public Insurance seeking public input on road safety
By ILSTV Staff on May 16, 2011 in Road Safety
Insurer is holding public forums throughout the province; feedback can also be given online
MPI Premium Rebate Facts
Manitoba Public Insurance is issuing almost 580,000 premium rebate cheques by May 13
Manitoba makes improvements to Driver Education Program, driver testing services
Registering for Driver Education classes and booking driver testing appointments can now occur at any Autopac agency
Blue Bomber license plates coming to Manitoba
Limited-edition specialty license plates roll out in June; will be administered by Manitoba Public Insurance
Convicted car thieves could lose their licenses in Manitoba
Changes to Highway Traffic Act would see convicted auto thieves immediately lose their driving licenses
