Finding more affordable premium rates for Driversauto insurance can be challenging for people not familiar with online insurance quotes. There are so many companies to choose from that it can quickly become a difficult mission to locate the lowest premium rates.
Consumers should take time to price shop coverage on a regular basis since insurance prices tend to go up over time. Just because you had the lowest rates on New Beetle insurance two years ago a different company probably has better rate quotes today. Ignore everything you know about auto insurance because we’re going to show you the things you must know in order to find better rates and still maintain coverage.
Finding affordable coverage is not that difficult. Just about everyone who has to buy insurance should be able to find better rates. Nevertheless, car owners do need to learn how the larger insurance companies sell insurance online.
Many insurance companies allow consumers to get prices for coverage online. This process is pretty easy as you simply type in your coverage preferences as detailed in the form. Behind the scenes, the company’s rating system automatically retrieves reports for credit and driving violations and quotes a price determined by many factors.
Quoting online helps simplify price comparisons, but the process of having to visit different websites and fill out multiple forms is monotonous and tiresome. But it’s also necessary to do this in order to get better auto insurance pricing.
There is a better way to compare rates
An easier way to lower your rates uses one simple form that obtains quotes from a lot of companies. It saves time, eliminates form submissions, and makes comparison shopping much easier to do. Once the form is submitted, your coverage is rated and you can choose any or none of the pricing results. If a lower price is quoted, it’s easy to complete the application and purchase the new policy. The whole process can be completed in a matter of minutes and you will find out if you’re overpaying now.
If you want to compare pricing, click here to open in a new tab and fill out the form. If you have coverage now, it’s recommended you duplicate the coverage information as close as possible to your current policy. This way, you will have an apples-to-apples comparison for similar insurance coverage.
Some insurers do not advertise all disounts in a way that’s easy to find, so the below list has a few of the more common and also the lesser-known credits that may apply to you. If you do not check that you are getting every discount available, you are just wasting money.
You can save money using discounts, but most discount credits are not given to your bottom line cost. Most cut the price of certain insurance coverages like collision or personal injury protection. So even though it sounds like it’s possible to get free car insurance, insurance companies aren’t that generous. Any qualifying discounts will bring down the cost of your policy.
Some of the larger companies who may offer most of these discounts include:
When comparing rates, check with each insurance company which credits you are entitled to. Some discounts listed above may not apply in every state.
When it comes to buying coverage, there really is not a perfect coverage plan. Every situation is different.
Here are some questions about coverages that could help you determine whether your personal situation might need an agent’s assistance.
If it’s difficult to answer those questions, you might consider talking to a licensed agent. If you don’t have a local agent, take a second and complete this form.
Learning about specific coverages of insurance aids in choosing which coverages you need at the best deductibles and correct limits. Insurance terms can be confusing and even agents have difficulty translating policy wording.
Liability car insurance – Liability insurance can cover damage that occurs to a person or their property in an accident. This insurance protects YOU from legal claims by others, and doesn’t cover your injuries or vehicle damage.
Split limit liability has three limits of coverage: bodily injury for each person injured, bodily injury for the entire accident and a property damage limit. As an example, you may have limits of 100/300/100 which stand for $100,000 in coverage for each person’s injuries, a total of $300,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and a total limit of $100,000 for damage to vehicles and property.
Liability coverage protects against things such as emergency aid, funeral expenses, repair costs for stationary objects and structural damage. The amount of liability coverage you purchase is a personal decision, but you should buy as much as you can afford.
Medical costs insurance – Med pay and PIP coverage reimburse you for immediate expenses such as doctor visits, rehabilitation expenses, hospital visits and nursing services. They are often used to cover expenses not covered by your health insurance policy or if you do not have health coverage. They cover both the driver and occupants and will also cover being hit by a car walking across the street. PIP is not available in all states and gives slightly broader coverage than med pay
Collision coverage – Collision insurance covers damage to your New Beetle caused by collision with a stationary object or other vehicle. A deductible applies and the rest of the damage will be paid by collision coverage.
Collision coverage protects against claims like scraping a guard rail, sideswiping another vehicle, driving through your garage door and crashing into a building. Paying for collision coverage can be pricey, so consider removing coverage from vehicles that are older. It’s also possible to raise the deductible to save money on collision insurance.
Comprehensive or Other Than Collision – Comprehensive insurance coverage will pay to fix damage from a wide range of events other than collision. A deductible will apply and then insurance will cover the rest of the damage.
Comprehensive coverage protects against claims such as hitting a deer, falling objects and rock chips in glass. The maximum payout you’ll receive from a claim is the ACV or actual cash value, so if the vehicle’s value is low it’s probably time to drop comprehensive insurance.
UM/UIM Coverage – This coverage protects you and your vehicle’s occupants from other drivers when they do not carry enough liability coverage. Covered losses include hospital bills for your injuries and also any damage incurred to your 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Due to the fact that many drivers only purchase the least amount of liability that is required, their limits can quickly be used up. For this reason, having high UM/UIM coverages is very important.
Joeann Suarez
Anyone buy from Auto-Owners? I’m in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Shalon Castaneda
I’m in the south part of Boston, MA. Quoted with 21st Century, Amica, and some I forget for my New Beetle and saved $96 a year. Moved home policy as well. Not sure if rates are cheaper online or not. I don’t put full coverage on it.
Kristle Byers
I got a good deal I think. From north side of Tampa, FL. Quoted a bunch of companies. Saved darn near $20 a month. Progressive was the cheapest for me. I have several vehicles insured with them. Can still barely afford it. I dropped full coverage awhile back.
Brianne Mcgee
Anyone know of any company in Salem, OR that will insure high risk drivers?
Rutha Fitzgerald
Anyone like their agent?
Fermin Mckenzie
Good detail in your article. I live on the west side of Grand Rapids, Michigan. I quoted with AIG Insurance, Mercury, and Travelers for my New Beetle and saved just over $80 a year. I’m a pretty low risk driver.
Natalie Larson
Not sure if this is cheap. I’m in the north part of Springfield, MO. Can’t remember who all I quoted but I ended up saving about $10 each month. I’m a pretty low risk driver. I don’t put full coverage on it.
Lavada Shepard
I’m just east of Charleston, WV. Don’t remember every company but I ended up saving about $30 each month. Good multi-policy discounts. They offer free online rate quotes.
Eustolia Mccarthy
Great info, thanks for posting. I live just outside San Antonio, TX. I don’t recall every quote but I ended up saving about $30 each month. Not sure if rates are cheaper online or through an agent. I only have liability coverage on it.
Wan Fuentes
Thought I’d throw in my experience. I’m in the suburbs of Saint Paul, MN. Got car insurance rates from Amica, Encompass, and Sentry for my New Beetle and saved $84 a year. Good multi-policy discounts. Can still barely afford it.
Joya Marshall
Enjoyed the article. Went with Progressive for my New Beetle and saved about $80 a year. Good savings if you bundle. I recommend comparing lots of rates.