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New PA Teen Driver Law became effective on December 24, 2011

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:04:23 +0000

Starting December 24, 2011 the new Pennsylvania Teen Driver Law (Act 81 of 2011) became law. Are you familiar with the changes? Here are the highlights: The number of hours of supervised, behind the wheel skill building increased from 50 to 65. Ten of these hours must consist of nighttime driving and five of these Continue reading →

Help us Support the Abington Township Police Athletic League (PAL)!

Charlie Spencer — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:59:32 +0000

During the the months of October, November and December, Spencer Insurance will spotlight The Abington Township Police Athletic League (PAL). For every referral we receive, Spencer Insurance Agency will donate $5 to PAL. Check out all the great things PAL does for our community. Visit their website at http://www.abingtonpal.org

Back to School Bus Safety Tips

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:56:51 +0000

Most of you probably have children back in school, or returning to school soon. We came across some bus safety tips we wanted to share with you. It might be a good idea to print these out and go over them with your loved ones. For some 25 million students nationwide, the school day begins Continue reading →

Winter Driving Tips

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 12:37:48 +0000

Wow! Remember the snow storms of last winter? I think we had enough snow for a couple of years but here we go again, winter will be here soon. This is the time to start thinking of ways to take the opportunity to teach your teen drivers how to drive safely in bad road conditions. Continue reading →

Connect with Spencer Insurance

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:23:38 +0000

We want to make it as easy as possible for you to connect to Spencer Insurance. CLICK HERE to be directed to our website. Our website is available 24/7. You can contact us through the website for most of your request. If you are parents of a Teen Driver check out this website: www.teendriverinsurance.com. This Continue reading →

Prom Photo Contest

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 18:44:46 +0000

This is the last chance to vote for your favorite Prom Photo. CLICK HERE to vote! Spencer Insurance is pleased to sponsor the Photo Contest. Make sure you pass this on to your friends and family. Don’t forget the Parents and Grand Parents. If you want more info on how to protect your Teen Continue reading →

Free Online Home Study Driving Course Offered to Parents to Teach Their Teens to Drive Safely

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:01:53 +0000

Tragically car accidents continue to be the primary cause of teenager deaths. In our area we had three accidents that caused the death of 6 teen drivers in two months. I have teamed up with the Society of Family Insurance Specialists (SFIS) in striving to reduce that statistic by providing parents a free online 16 step Continue reading →

Driving is a “Privilege” not a “Right”

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:53:53 +0000

Fall is “Back to School” time. This means more traffic on the roads especially in the morning as parents take their children to school. It is also a time when more teen drivers are on the road and we need to be more alert. This is a great time to remind your teen drivers that Continue reading →

How to monitor your Child’s Driving

Charlie Spencer — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:36:56 +0000

Last time I talked about the importance of a driving contract between a parent and child that sets the ground rules for your child’s safe driving. I also mentioned the importance of writing this down and having a list of consequences for breaking the rules. This is a great start but the Continue reading →