Take GEICO with you on your RV getaway

WOODBURY, N.Y., May 21, 2010 – New York residents know that their state is home to some of the most scenic and historic roadways in America, notably the Adirondack Northway, Hudson Valley byways, roads to Niagara County's cobblestone homes, and Long Island's Route 27 along the mighty Atlantic.

"If you're a New York driver and planning your road trip getaway in an RV, you'll want to take GEICO along with you," says Tom McNicholas, general manager of recreational vehicle insurance for GEICO.

GEICO's new specialty RV insurance coverage for New York RV owners features a dedicated team of professionals to help with coverage and service, just in time for the summer travel season.

GEICO offers coverage for the contents of the RV, vacation liability protection, as well as an emergency expense allowance in the event of an accident while traveling.  For a complete list of all GEICO RV insurance options, go to http://www.geico.com/information/aboutinsurance/rv/.

Safety Tips from GEICO

GEICO also offers the following safety tips for RV owners:

  • always perform regular maintenance on your RV
  • inspect your RV prior to a road trip
  • have a backup plan in the event you break down
  • adjust for frequently changing weather conditions, and of course
  • wear your seat belts 

And here's where RV enthusiasts will find the state's 300 plus RV campgrounds.

For more information readers can contact a GEICO RV specialist at 800-442-9253.

Safe travels from GEICO.

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and is the third-largest private passenger auto insurance company in the United States. GEICO provides millions of auto insurance quotes to U.S. drivers annually. The company is pleased to serve more than 11 million private passenger customers and insures more than 18 million vehicles (auto & cycle).


GEICO's online service center helps policyholders take care of policy sales, policy changes, claims reporting and to print insurance ID cards.


GEICO also provides insurance quotes on motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), travel trailers and motorhomes (RVs). Coverage for boats, life, homes and apartments is written by non-affiliated insurance companies and is secured through the GEICO Insurance Agency, Commercial auto insurance and personal umbrella protection are also available.


For more information, go to www.geico.com.