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Lime vs. Bird scooters: How do they work?

Compare all the differences between the dockless scooter companies, Lime and Bird, including cost, chargers'...

Criminal background checks for rideshare drivers: Do you believe in second chances?

How exactly do background checks for rideshare drivers work? If you knew your Uber or Lyft driver was convicted of a...

10 most car-friendly colleges in the U.S.

Textbooks, meal plans, dorm furnishings. New grads entering college have a litany of expenses to consider, including...

11 best cities for pets

We assessed the pet-friendliness of the 50 most populous U.S. metros. See whether your city made the top 11 list.

Study: 51% of drivers decide whether or not to drive after using cannabis based on how impaired they feel

The Zebra presents a comprehensive survey of drivers in the U.S. who have access to recreational cannabis.

Study: Women pay up to $118 more than men for car insurance — even with a perfect record

New research from The Zebra shows that women pay more than men for car insurance on average — and it’s not clear why.

Study: Annual mileage was down 14% in 2020 — but drivers only saved 6% on their car insurance

New research from The Zebra shows that despite drastic drops in mileage during the COVID-19 pandemic, drivers only...

Why tech that makes your car safer won’t lower your insurance rates

Does your car have blind spot monitoring, a backup camera, or a security alarm? Those features could keep your car...

Drivers with poor credit pay twice as much for car insurance — even if their driving record is spotless

How does your credit score affect the price of your car insurance rates? How does that vary by state?

Study: In 2022, more people believe in climate change than ever...but only 35% of people are preparing for it

The Zebra recently surveyed Americans on their beliefs around climate change, natural disasters and insurance. This is...

Study: A Single Driving Violation Can Double Your Car Insurance Costs

Traffic tickets could double your insurance rate and ruin your budget, according to new research.

Study: The cost of teen driving hits low-income families hardest

A new survey by The Zebra reveals that teens from wealthy homes are 51% more likely to drive than their low-income...

Study: 1 in 4 teens too scared to drive

A new survey by The Zebra reveals which teens are most scared, parents’ fears about teen driving, and why their worries...

Women now pay more than men for car insurance in only 4 states

Following the changes in how gender impacts car insurance

Study: 9 in 10 drivers admit to speeding even though a third say it’s unacceptable

New research from The Zebra shows that drivers ignore the costs and risks of speeding, even though they’re aware of...

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