Progressive to Write Autos in N.J.

Progressive will begin writing auto insurance policies in New Jersey, according to The Associated Press.

The Mayfield Village, Ohio-based auto insurer said both Progressive and Progressive Direct, its independent agency unit, will offer service through local agents and the company’s Web site. An official announcement is to be made Oct. 3.

Progressive is the latest of several auto insurers to offer policies in the state since auto insurance reforms were implemented in 2003.