LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 10, 2006--Farmers Insurance Group(R) is committed to providing the best rates to California auto insurance customers. In fact, Farmers took the opportunity to bring lower rates to auto customers last year (October 2005) with a new auto product which in some cases, saved customers 25% -- which was approved by the California Department of Insurance. Farmers Insurance provides the best value at the lowest possible prices to its customers.

Farmers Insurance Group of Companies(R) comprise the nation's third-largest personal lines property & casualty insurance group -- helping to restore the lives of over 15 million customers when the unexpected happens. Headquartered in Los Angeles and doing business in 41 states, these companies provide homeowners, auto, business, life insurance, recreational products and financial services to more than 10 million households through 17,000 exclusive and independent agents and district managers. For an agent near you, call 1-800-FARMERS or visit www.farmers.com.

Contacts
Farmers Insurance Group
Mary Flynn, 323-932-3662

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