The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc., (NYSE: HIG) announced recently that it is making its award-winning AARP®-branded auto insurance program available through authorized independent agents in Madisonville.

Madisonville Insurance Agency Inc. was chosen after satisfying a number of eligibility requirements, which included: demonstrating a commitment to community service; meeting a high-level of business and ethics standards; and completing a training program designed to highlight the needs of the 50+ population.

According to new research from The Hartford, the majority of AARP members prefer the advice and counsel of a local agent when making decisions about their insurance. Based on this research and strong customer demand, The Hartford is offering the AARP-branded auto insurance program through select, authorized independent agents.

These products were previously only available from The Hartford by phone, the Internet and by mail.