American Family Insurnace

from Trenton Republican-Times_2-16-23

Gifted Group Goes Out On The Town

By Kristi Harris R-T Correspondent

American Family Insurance serves clients and the community by offering insurance products for auto, home, renters, business, life, and farm. Cara McClellan, the Agency owner, became an agent in January 2012 and filled the shoes of retiring agent Gary Hurst. Cara said, “I’m so incredibly thankful to have a great group of agency team members to work alongside each day. They truly care about our clients and have the best interest of our community at heart. Our unique backgrounds, training, and experience have prepared us well to help meet your insurance needs. Additionally, as residents of your community, we understand how important it is to be there for you-our trusted friends, and neighbors. Together, we’re building strong partnerships that help everyone succeed.”

Located on east 9th Street, American Family Insurance has been a strong supporter of the community. Cara and her team are actively involved in the community and serve on numerous boards and efforts. American Family Insurance also donates to local groups, causes, and nonprofits. Cara said, “Our agency is passionate about giving back to the community we serve. A couple of the non-profits that are near and dear to our hearts are Green Hills Recreation Association and Bright Futures Trenton.”

American Family Insurance has changed and adapted over the years to better provide serve its clients. Cara said, “In a digital age, we strive to meet and communicate with customers as best suited for them. We have met with clients in their homes, in our office, via zoom.” For more information or to contact American Family Insurance, call 660-359-3973, stop by their office at 1517 E 9th street, or contact Cara at mcclellanagency@amfam.com

China’s car slump

China’s auto sales got a weak start in 2023 despite the end of anti-virus controls that kept shoppers in the global industry’s biggest market at home January auto sales fell 37.9% compared with the first month of 2022 and by 40.4% from the previous month, according to the China Passenger Car Association, an industry group. Sales of electric vehicles fell 7.3% from a year earlier and by almost half compared with December. That is a blow to global brands that count on populous China to drive revenue growth. They and Chinese rivals are pouring billions of dollars into developing electrics under pressure from government sales quotas “There is an urgent need to boost consumer confidence,” the CPCA said in a report. Consumer demand is recovering, but only gradually, after stringent “zero-COVID” restrictions were lifted in early December. Total retail spending contracted by 1.8% that month from a year earlier though that was a smaller loss than expected. Another industry group the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, says this year’s sales growth might be as low as 3% down from last year’s 9.5%.