Washington News
Latest Trends in Vehicle Theft: How to Protect Your Car
Kia and Hyundai models dominate the list of most stolen vehicles in 2023, driven by social media trends exposing vulnerabilities. Vehicle owners, insurers, and law enforcement must collaborate to prevent and recover from thefts.
Minor Fender Benders, Major Repair Bills: The High Cost of Fixing Vehicles
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have become increasingly common in modern vehicles, offering features like automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control. These technologies aim to enhance safety and...
Major Changes Coming to Washington’s DUI Laws in 2026
Washington state will revise its approach to prosecuting and sentencing DUIs in 2026. ESHB 1493 creates a sentencing alternative for felony DUIs, allows some repeat offenders a second deferred prosecution, and makes other significant changes.
Four-Car Crash Kills Four, Injures Four More
A fatal four-car crash in Renton, WA, highlights the importance of car insurance. Protect yourself and your loved ones from the financial consequences of unexpected accidents with adequate coverage, including PIP and UM.
Speeding Driver Causes Deadly Crash While Fleeing in ‘Stolen’ Car
A deadly 3-vehicle crash in Fredrickson, Washington, on Wednesday has left a 64-year-old woman dead, one driver, her daughter, facing potential vehicular homicide charges, and a second driver facing felony hit-and-run charges.
Tragedy on I-5: Pedestrian Killed Near Lynnwood
A 45-year-old Seattle pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on northbound Interstate 5 in Lynnwood early Monday morning.
Single Car Accident on SR-512 in Puyallup Claims 5 Lives
A devastating single-vehicle crash on SR-512 in Puyallup claimed the lives of five individuals Sunday morning, January 14th. The vehicle failed to negotiate a curve and collided with a concrete support pillar at the base of the overpass before catching fire.
Fatal 4-Car Collision in Skyway Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Injured
A fatal 4-vehicle collision occurred early in the morning of January 9, 2024 on State Route 900 in the Skyway neighborhood near Renton, resulting in one death and two serious injuries.
Stolen Kias and Hyundais Used In Recent Smash and Grab Burglaries
A surge of smash and grabs using stolen vehicles and targeting cannabis shops has gripped the state, raising alarm among business owners and compelling a closer look at the security infrastructure surrounding these establishments.
Early Morning 7-Car Pileup on I-5 Near Dupont
A multiple-vehicle collision occurred Wednesday morning on Interstate 5 near DuPont, Washington, leading to lane closures and miles-long backups. According to the Washington State Patrol (WSP), the incident involved seven vehicles and resulted in one person being hospitalized.
Wrong Way Driver on I-90 Near North Bend
The WSP responded to the report of a silver Nissan Altima going westbound in the eastbound lanes near North Bend.
The driver, Jhonatan B. Crisostomo Salmeron, was apprehended and charged with DUI, reckless driving, and driving on a suspended license.
Hyundai and Kia Face Lawsuit Over Vehicle Thefts
Amid a rising tide of vehicle thefts, Hyundai and Kia find themselves in turbulent legal waters. A US court has granted insurers the green light to pursue over $1 billion in claims against the automakers, citing the alleged ease of theft due to missing anti-theft...