MPI continues loan program for winter tires
Manitoba Public Insurance is continuing its Low-Interest Winter Tire Program, aimed at encouraging more Manitobans to switch out their tires in preparation for the winter months. Continue reading
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Electric cars slow to gain traction in Manitoba
As of Sept. 1, there were a total of 5,717 vehicles classified as electric in Manitoba, with the overwhelming majority using a combination of electric and gas. Only 188 vehicles – almost all of which are passenger vehicles – are considered ‘electric only’. Continue reading
Winnipeg Police to increase enforcement in school zones
Manitoba Public Insurance is providing $70,000 to eight police agencies in the province to enhance patrols around schools when pedestrian activity and traffic volumes are heaviest. Continue reading
Manitoba drivers not fully sure how to use back-up cameras, adaptive headlights, says MPI
Manitoba’s Crown-owned insurer has launched a campaign to help car buyers understand driver-assist safety features like back-up cameras, lane departure warning and adaptive headlights. Continue reading
Southern Manitoba hailstorm could cost $15M in insurance claims
A hailstorm that dropped softball sized hail on some parts of southern Manitoba last week could lead to $15 million dollars in insurance claims. Continue reading
Deadly February on Manitoba roads
With nine people killed on the roads, Manitoba Public Insurance said February 2018 was the deadliest February in two decades. Continue reading
Failure to brake on time could cost a life: Winnipeg driving experts
Driving experts are calling on Winnipeggers to pay more attention to crossing walk signals. Continue reading
MPI ‘confident’ it can find way for Uber, Lyft to come to Manitoba
By Christian Aumell Sports Show Host
Uber has said without a blanket policy for drivers, it could stay out of the Winnipeg market. Continue reading
Uber threatens to avoid Winnipeg because of MPI regulations
By Brittany Greenslade Senior Reporter/Anchor
Uber is threatening to not expand into Winnipeg based on MPI insurance model being offered. Continue reading
City, MPI offer free transit New Year’s Eve
Winnipeg Transit will offer free rides on New Year’s Eve starting at 7 p.m. Continue reading
