Do You Need Extra Insurance for Road Trips From BC to the U.S.

Planning a road trip south of the border is one of the great perks of living in British Columbia. Lots of B.C. residents head to Seattle for a weekend or cruise the Pacific Coast Highway for the summer. Cross-border travel is exciting. But before you load up the car, there’s one important question to ask: Is your current insurance enough … Read More

Rental Car Insurance for FIFA Visitors Driving in Vancouver

Fifa visitors in Vancouver

Vancouver is hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches at BC Place from June 13 to July 7, 2026. If you’re an international visitor planning to rent a car during your trip, you need to sort out insurance before you pick up the keys, and it works differently here than in most countries. Here’s a guide that should help you understand … Read More

The Top Excuses for Getting Pulled Over in BC

And how you can avoid this with our Skip A Trip App Across British Columbia, drivers are being pulled over at a surprisingly higher rate than ever before, not just for speeding or distracted driving, but for something that seems so simple: not having valid insurance. Since BC got rid of the insurance renewal stickers, it’s easier than ever for … Read More

ICBC 2025 Rebate: What You Need to Know

In 2025, ICBC is offering a $110 rebate to eligible insurance customers. This rebate is a result of ICBC’s strong financial position, thanks to better-than-expected investment income and efforts to build back capital reserves 1. If you had an active Basic insurance policy in January 2025, you might be eligible for this rebate. Who is Eligible for the 2025 Rebate? Most … Read More

Save More When You Drive Less: ICBC’s New Distance-Based Discount

If you’re one of many drivers in British Columbia who uses their vehicle less often, ICBC has some good news for you. Starting June 1, 2025, ICBC is rolling out an expanded Distance-Based Discount that rewards low-mileage drivers with real savings on their auto insurance. Whether you mainly drive around your neighborhood or only use your car for occasional trips, you could … Read More