Progressive will offer RV and motorcycle insurance

The Progressive Group of Cos., the Ohio firm that sells insurance under the Progressive brand name, said it will offer insurance to Massachusetts owners of motorcycles and recreational vehicles, or RVs.

Progressive first started offering car insurance in Massachusetts last May. Last year, the state changed its rules for insurers.

"Progressive motorcycle insurance is available for a wide range of bike types including Harleys, sport bikes, and scooters," the company said in a press release. "Coverage is also available for off-road vehicles including golf carts, snowmobiles, and ATVs."

Last year, Massachusetts adopted a competitive auto insurance system. Previously, insurance rates were largely set by the state; Massachusetts was the last state to have such a system.

The image of motorcycle riders that appears with this post was taken from Progressive's website. And the photo of Flo, who stars in the company's ads, was provided by Progressive.
(By Chris Reidy, Globe staff)