Alberta’s New Auto Insurance Model | Calgary News

Alberta drivers brace for a major auto insurance overhaul starting January 1st with the new “Care-First” model, ditching the old court-driven system for one focused on post-accident care. Most private car owners can expect an average 13.7% premium drop—roughly $297 off their annual bill—with the biggest savings hitting younger drivers, new Canadians, families, and blue-collar workers. The reform also expands medical, rehab, and income support benefits for crash victims. But not everyone wins: motorcycle insurance could spike by 37%, while dump truck rates rise just under 6%. Critics, including personal injury lawyers and some within the ruling party, argue the shift undermines accountability and doesn’t reflect conservative values, while opposition parties say it ignores Albertans’ real needs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d845347e0daf4697