Automobile insurance losses collision coverages : initial results for 1982 models.

Results of the collision coverage loss experience of 1982 model year passenger cars during their first months of availability are presented. The initial collision coverage losses for the 1982 models increased over the 1981 model year results during the same calender period. The overall claim frequency increased by 3% and the average loss payment per claim by 6%, resulting in a 10% increase in the average loss payment per insured verhicle year.