Nearly half of survey respondents told Nationwide they would be open to utilizing telematics technology while driving. (Credit: metamorworks/Shutterstock.com) Nearly half of survey respondents told Nationwide they would be open to utilizing telematics technology while driving. (Credit: metamorworks/Shutterstock.com)

Survey results released by Nationwide show that nearly half of consumers would consider participating in a telematics program to improve driving safety and help decrease their insurance premiums.

For those unfamiliar with the technology, telematics utilize GPS and on-board diagnostics to track driving habits of consumers. Insurance companies that offer this tech as an option will often offer consumers discounts on their premiums for practicing safe driving habits.

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Brittney Meredith-Miller is assistant editor of PropertyCasualty360.com. She can be reached at [email protected].