The forecasted increases are throwing more doubt on repeated pledges by the Wynne government to reduce Ontario's soaring insurance rates. Adriano Marcoccia, who pays $2,760 annually, says auto insurance proposals will influence his vote in June. (Adriano Marcoccia/Facebook)While platforms for the upcoming election have not yet been released, some political experts say auto insurance reform could be a fertile "pocketbook" campaign issue. Political scientist Dennis Pilon says the NDP and even a Doug Ford-led PC party could propose a public auto insurance system. Next week, Rakocevic will host a public town hall on auto insurance as part of his campaign.

Source: CBC News March 17, 2018 09:00 UTC