Welcome to the North Carolina information page! Take a look around and learn more about North Carolina's history, and view some interesting facts and pieces of trivia. You can also find tips for scenic road trips and information about NC auto insurance. If you are moving to the great state of North Carolina, you will be interested in tips to help you get started including: information about changing your driver's license, help with getting an auto insurance quote and even a handy Allstate Moving Checklist to get you organized.
The state of North Carolina encompasses 53,865 square miles and is ranked 28th in the nation's total area. It was the 12th state to enter the union on November 21, 1789. North Carolina was named by King Charles II of England in the honor of his father Charles I.
- The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill is the oldest State University in the United States.
- Babe Ruth hit his first home run in Fayetteville on March 7, 1914.
- Pepsi was invented and first served in New Bern in 1898.
- The Biltmore Estate in Ashville is America's largest home, and includes a 255-room chateau, an award-winning winery and extensive gardens.
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Driving in North Carolina
Be prepared with need-to-know basics such as obtaining your driver's license, vehicle registration, and requirements for ID cards by visiting the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles online.
The First Step When Moving
Contact your Allstate agent or call 1-800-ALLSTATE (1-800-255-7828).
Things to Consider Before Moving
Will I need to change my insurance coverage? Should I buy or rent my new place? What can I afford? Relax! We'll help you sort through your
options.
Moving Tools and Tips
There's a lot to keep track of when you move. Our
checklists will help you so moving will be a breeze.
Always check out the
moving company's registration number, references and complaint history at
Relocation.com. This is important, even if your move is within North Carolina.
Need an Insurance Policy in North Carolina?
Find out if switching to Allstate might save you money by getting an
auto insurance quote today (it's easy!). You can also talk to an
Allstate agent right in your neighborhood or call
1-866-621-6900 to get a quote over the phone.
Some suggested scenic road trips.
Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the North Carolina State Tourism site.
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