November 30, 2006
Progressive Opens New Service Center in Clearwater, Fla.
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens a Service Center in the Clearwater area offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes. 
November 29, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Providence, R.I.
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens its first Service Center in the Providence area offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
November 28, 2006
Progressive Opens New Service Center in Decatur, Ga.
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens its third Service Center in the Atlanta area offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
November 15, 2006
Progressive Announces Dozens of Austin Job Openings, and Just in Time for the Holidays, Sweetens the Pot with $500
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies announced today that it is now seeking to fill 60 new customer contact positions at its Austin call center.
November 15, 2006
Progressive Announces Dozens of Job Openings at Tampa Call Center; Incentives Include $500 Signing Bonuses
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies announced today that it is now seeking to fill 80 new customer contact positions at its Riverview call center.
November 15, 2006
Progressive Reaches Concierge Level of Claims Service Milestone with Opening of 50th Service Center
Today, Progressive announced the opening of its 50th Service Center in Akron, Ohio. From this state-of-the-art facility, and all others like it throughout the U.S., Progressive can oversee all details of the vehicle claims/repair process for customers whose cars need to be repaired after accidents.
November 8, 2006
Progressive Opens New State-of-the-Art Service Center
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens a state-of-the-art Service Center in the Orlando area offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
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October 30, 2006
Progressive Direct® returns as Holeshot Sponsor of the 2006-2007 Amp'd Mobile Supercross Season
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies has announced that its Progressive Direct brand will return as the official sponsor of the holeshot award for the 2006-2007 Amp'd Mobile World Supercross GP/Amp'd Mobile AMA Supercross Series, the world's premier off-road motorcycle racing series.
October 12, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Hartford, Conn.
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens its first Service Center in the Hartford area that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
October 11, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Chicago
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens its first Service Center in the Chicago offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
October 4, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Baltimore Area
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens its first Service Center in the Baltimore area that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
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September 28, 2006
Web Marketing Association Honors Progressive with Two 2006 WebAwards
The Web sites of the third largest auto insurance group, www.progressivedirect.com and www.driveinsurance.com, have each earned the "Standard of Excellence" WebAward in the insurance category.
September 28, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Harrisburg, Pa.
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens its first Service Center in Harrisburg offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
September 27, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Denver
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opens its first Service Center in Denver offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
September 26, 2006
Progressive Commercial Auto Releases Insurance Claims Data; Pinpoints When Most Crashes Occur
Progressive Commercial Auto recently reviewed claims data from crashes that occurred between September 2005 and August 2006 involving commercial vehicles it insures.
September 19, 2006
Progressive Named One of the "Best Places to Launch a Career" by BusinessWeek
Progressive has been recognized by BusinessWeek in its first-ever ranking of employers that offer new college graduates the best opportunities to succeed.
September 18, 2006
Progressive Direct® Concludes Advertising Agency Review; Selects Arnold Worldwide
The Progressive Direct Group of Insurance Companies has announced that it has concluded its search for a primary advertising agency and has selected Arnold Worldwide.
September 14, 2006
Progressive Named One of the Best Places to Work in Northeast Ohio
Third Largest Auto Insurance Group is selected as a 2006 NorthCoast 99 award recipient.
September 13, 2006
Progressive Named to InformationWeek 500
Progressive is recognized as a leader in technology and innovation for seventh consecutive year.
September 13, 2006
New Progressive Service Center Opens in Company's Headquarter City
From a construction trailer to a state-of-the-art facility, the move of the hometown facility reflects the growth and success of the concierge level of claims service.
September 12, 2006
Colorado Consumers in the Driver's Seat When It Comes To Car Insurance As One of the State's Largest Auto Insurance Groups Lowers Rates — Again — and Offers New Discounts
Drive® Insurance from Progressive lowers average rates by 5.2 percent and makes new discounts available to Colorado drivers, including a 5 percent EFT and a five-year accident free discount.
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August 31, 2006
Drive® Insurance from Progressive Surveys Young Agents; Asks for Their Perspective on Key Drivers of Success, Industry Challenges and Technology
The Drive Group of Progressive Insurance Companies (Drive Insurance), a strong supporter of the conference and the largest writer of auto insurance through independent agents and brokers in the U.S., conducted a countrywide online survey of young independent insurance agents to find out what they think about everything from business growth opportunities and technology to the skills necessary to succeed and the challenges faced by the industry. 
August 23, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Las Vegas
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fifth largest in Nevada, opens its first Service Center in Las Vegas offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
August 22, 2006
Basing Auto Insurance Rates on Exact Odometer Readings: Another Pricing Innovation from Progressive Direct®
The Progressive Direct Group of Insurance Companies continues to advance the science of auto insurance pricing by expanding the driving discount pilot to Arizona and Florida, giving drivers the ability to save up to 15 percent off their premiums.
August 16, 2006
Drive® Insurance from Progressive Signs Joint Marketing Agreement with Homesite Insurance Group
Drive agents can make monoline homeowners product available to their Drive customers by using streamlined technology.
August 9, 2006
Want a Reminder When Your Bill's Due? Want to Know When Your Payment Went Through? No Worries — Progressive Direct® Makes It Easy with New Text Messaging Service
The Progressive Direct Group of Insurance Companies innovates again as it becomes the first major auto insurance group to offer customers the option of getting text messages about policies sent to their cell phones.
August 7, 2006
Progressive Direct® Makes It Easy for Champlain Valley Fair Goers to Fill Up on More Than Just Corn Dogs
The state's fourth largest auto insurance group, Progressive Direct, helps ease the pain at the pump and gives away more than $20,000 in free gas cards at "Vermont's Greatest Show."
August 1, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Seattle Area
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fifth largest in Washington, opens its first Service Center in the Seattle area that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
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July 31, 2006
You've Been in an Accident. Your Car's Been Totaled.
Now What?
With a growing number of total losses, Progressive's "Total Loss Concierge" is the only service in the industry that helps you find a replacement car — even if your totaled car is older or you want to replace it with a used car.
July 13, 2006
Progressive Opens State-of-the-Art Data Center in
Colorado Springs
New center further ensures uninterrupted, 24/7 service to customers and independent agents, including 60 current IT openings waiting to be filled by ambitious, hard-working Coloradoans.
July 7, 2006
Colorado Drivers Have Opportunity to Save on Auto Insurance as Progressive Direct® Lowers Rates Again
The Progressive Direct® Group of Insurance Companies announced today that it is lowering auto insurance premiums in Colorado by an average of 7.4 percent for new and existing customers effective June 30 and August 9, respectively.
July 6, 2006
Progressive Opens Second Service Center in Phoenix Area
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fifth largest in Arizona, opens its second Service Center in the Phoenix area that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
July 5, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Milwaukee
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and third largest in Wisconsin, opens its first Service Center in Milwaukee offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
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June 29, 2006
Progressive Receives Top Honors from Keynote Systems
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies has been named number one overall by Keynote® Systems (Nasdaq:KEYN), The Internet Performance Authority®, in two comprehensive studies.
June 29, 2006
Progressive Breaks Ground for New Service Center in Atlanta
With the help of Georgia Insurance Commissioner, John W. Oxendine, The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and second largest in Georgia, breaks ground for its third Service Center in Atlanta offering even more drivers a new level of service that reduces the time they spend dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
June 20, 2006
Progressive Opens Second Service Center in Detroit
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fifth largest in Michigan, opens its second Service Center in Detroit offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
June 19, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in San Antonio
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in Texas, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
June 12, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Buffalo
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in New York, opens its first Service Center in Buffalo offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
June 5, 2006
Progressive Expands Tampa Claims Training Facility and Curriculum to Support New Concierge Level of Claims Service
Expanded skill set needed as company rolls out unique claims service countrywide.
June 5, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Albany
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in New York, opens its first Service Center in Albany offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
June 1, 2006
Progressive Claims Service Launches New Catastrophe
Web Site
Progressive Claims Service today launched a new catastrophe Web site, www.progressiveresponds.com, to provide consumers with information about how to stay safe and protect their vehicles and boats before, during and after a catastrophic event.
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May 31, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Ft. Lauderdale
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in Florida, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
May 30, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Austin, Texas
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in Texas, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
May 22, 2006
Progressive Opens Third Service Center in Houston
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in Texas, opens its third Service Center in Houston offering a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
May 18, 2006
Drive Brand Expressway Puts Agents in the High-Speed Lanes So They Can Grow Even Faster
New features provide agents with additional opportunities to promote and grow their businesses.
May 10, 2006
Lessons Learned — the Hard Way
Leading vehicle insurer passes on tips to avoid a claim this hurricane season.
May 9, 2006
Boating Blunders
Boaters 'fess up to their biggest mistakes in a recent survey by Progressive, one of the country's leading boat insurance groups.
May 8, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Kansas City
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fifth largest in Kansas, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
May 4, 2006
Progressive Opens Two New Service Centers in
Dallas-Fort Worth
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in Texas, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
May 3, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in
Minneapolis Area
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and in Minnesota, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
May 1, 2006
Commercial Auto Insurance from Progressive Now Widely Available in North Carolina
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies is now offering commercial auto insurance through Drive Insurance from Progressive local independent agents in North Carolina.
May 1, 2006
Progressive Opens First California Service Center
in San Diego
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
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April 27, 2006
Progressive Stages Several Vehicle Fires to Demonstrate Arson Techniques
Having the manpower, tools and knowledge to detect fraudulent arson claims helps to keep down the cost of auto insurance for consumers. That's why The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country, staged an arson demonstration today in Tampa, Fla. 
April 27, 2006
Progressive Opens First Service Center in Portland, Ore.
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country and fourth largest in Oregon, introduces a new level of service that reduces drivers' time spent dealing with accident repairs from about four days to about 15 minutes.
April 18, 2006
New York State Supreme Court Awards More than $10.5 Million Judgment to Progressive and Others in Insurance Fraud Case
On March 23, 2006, the New York State Supreme Court awarded more than $10.5 million in damages to seven subsidiaries of the Progressive Corporation and three other leading auto insurers in a no-fault auto insurance fraud case as the result of a joint civil lawsuit filed for relief under the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization (RICO) Act.
April 17, 2006
Drive® Insurance From Progressive Launches an Umbrella Policy for Agents in Ohio
The Drive Group of Progressive Insurance Companies today announced the introduction of a personal umbrella policy, underwritten by Drive Insurance from Progressive, available exclusively through Drive independent agents and designed to help them grow their overall business.
April 13, 2006
Progressive Opens Its First Permanent
Catastrophe Response Center
The third largest auto insurance group in the U.S. opens permanent center for catastrophe claims "inside team"; will help them settle claims even faster.
April 4, 2006
Leading Boat Insurer Offers Tips on Preparing for 2006 Hurricane Season
With hurricane season set to begin on June 1, The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies is urging boaters in hurricane-prone regions to start making plans now to protect their boats.
April 3, 2006
Understanding Commercial Auto Insurance: Why You Shouldn't Hit the Road Without It
As a business owner, the vehicles you use in your business are your lifeblood. Just like you'd never consider going on a job without all the necessary tools of your trade, you should never consider driving your business vehicle without the right insurance coverage.
April 3, 2006
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies Lowers Auto Insurance Rates and Expands Presence in New Jersey with the Addition of Motorcycle and Boat Insurance
Six months after entering New Jersey, Progressive DirectSM and Drive® Insurance from Progressive lower auto insurance rates and bring new products to market.
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March 23, 2006
Progressive Direct Sponsors the Amp'd Mobile AMA Supercross Racing Series
Company also gives military families across the country a super day at Supercross, making their lives a little easier.
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February 27, 2006
Where are Motorcycles Stolen or Crashed Least or Most? Progressive Says the Answers May Surprise You
Progressive reviewed claims data on more than two million motorcycles insured over the past three years to determine the likelihood of a motorcyclist getting into an accident or having a bike stolen.
February 27, 2006
Basing Auto Insurance on Exact Odometer Readings: Another Pricing Innovation from Progressive Direct
The Progressive Direct Group of Insurance Companies continues to advance the science of auto insurance pricing; announces driving discount program in Iowa.
February 27, 2006
Do You Know How Many Miles it is from UVA to Virginia Tech? What About How Many Miles You Drove This Year? Not Knowing the Answer to the First Question Could Get You Lost, But Not Knowing the Answer to the Second Could Cost You Big in Auto Insurance
Lighthearted survey of Virginia drivers by Progressive Direct shows how hard it can be to estimate mileage; company launches new program to give car insurance discounts based on actual mileage — not best guesses.
February 27, 2006
Commercial Auto Insurance from Progressive Now Available in West Virginia
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country, is now offering commercial auto insurance in West Virginia.
February 14, 2006
Drive Brand Expressway Opens as the Fastest Route to Growth for Independent Insurance Agents
New Internet portal is single source for agents to access Drive's first-ever direct mail program, agency signage, Yellow Pages opportunities, and much more.
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January 19, 2006
Drive®Insurance From Progressive Unveils Redesigned Web Site for Independent Agents and Brokers
ForAgentsOnly.com (FAO) — the password-protected Web site that Drive agents and brokers use to quote and service their customers — has unveiled a new home page design and site navigation that makes it even easier for them to take care of business.
January 12, 2006
Drive® Insurance From Progressive Group President Bob Williams Rings Closing Bell at New York Stock Exchange
Drive Insurance from Progressive ("Drive") Group President Bob Williams rang The Closing BellTM at The New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006, to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the introduction of the brand designed to help independent agencies grow their business.
January 4, 2006
There's More to the Cost of a Car Than Just the Purchase Price — But Don't Tell That to Shoppers!
Leading experts in buying and insuring cars team up to find out what matters most to car buyers; results show people put purchase price first, but forget to consider other costs like fuel and insurance.
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