Rhode Island roadways are already covered with crater-like imperfections, and it will only get worse as we head into the spring. Pothole season is so engrained into the state’s culture that it demands its own website and helpline on the RI Department of Transportation portal. While it is encouraging to see the state take initiative in fixing balloon -sized potholes plaguing Rhode Island roads, Hunter Insurance would like to share a few strategies that can help prevent damage to your car altogether. “Potholes are not only burdensome to deal with after the fact, but they pose a significant risk to other motorists on the road,” said Brian Hunter, President of Hunter Insurance. “Many drivers end up swerving out of the way to avoid nasty potholes only to hit another vehicle, making matters even worse.” While pothole damage can be reimbursed through a policyholder’s collision coverage, Hunter says, the cost of deductibles often forces motorists to reconsider other avenues to fix their car. Rhode Island joins other major cities, such as Chicago and New York City, in reimbursing motorists for pothole damage that their vehicle may have incurred. However, even if motorists successfully complete the process for reimbursement through the state,…

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