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Mary Cahill

Expert Insurance Writer
Mary Cahill is an insurance writer specializing in general automotive knowledge and insurance and finance topics. Mary produces informative and useful content to help car owners make smart choices when buying cars and car insurance. She has written over 700 articles for Jerry on topics ranging from state driving laws to EV supercharger locations across the states.
Before joining Jerry, Mary authored two novels while working as a case manager at the United Way.
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    Expertise
    • Car insurance
    • Home insurance
    • Renters insurance
    • Car repair and maintenance
    • Automotive news
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    Education
    • Drexel University, Playwriting and Screenwriting
    • Full Sail University, Communication and Media Studies
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    Credentials
    • UX Foundations: Content Strategy

Latest Articles by Mary Cahill

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2017 BMW M3 Specs

Get to know all the specs of the 2017 BMW M3, from its dimensions to fuel economy to engine power and beyond.
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Volkswagen Jetta V6

The Volkswagen Jetta came with a V6 option for model years 1994 to 2004. A Jetta that comes standard with a six-cylinder has a “VR6” rear badge.
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Does AAA Have Gap Insurance?

You can purchase gap insurance through AAA, as long as you have liability and comprehensive coverage as well. Gap insurance can help protect newer vehicles.

Latest Answers by Mary Cahill

Where is the 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser OBD port located?
I started helping a friend fix up an old Toyota Land Cruiser but we can’t locate the OBD port to diagnose its engine issues. Where is it?
Where is the 1994 Mazda Miata OBD II port location?
I’ve got an old ‘94 Mazda Miata that I drive in the summer months and when I took it out of the garage today, the check engine light turned on. I want to have it diagnosed but I can’t find where to plug in the code reader.
How do I connect to Bluetooth in a Jeep Compass from 2016?
I just bought my first vehicle, a 2016 Jeep Compass. Since I’m a new driver, I want to use Bluetooth to eliminate the temptation to look at my phone behind the wheel. What do I need to do to connect my phone to the Jeep’s Bluetooth?