There’s no single car insurance company that offers the best rates for every driver. That’s why comparing rates is so important.
Because every auto insurance company offers different insurance products, features different discounts, and uses a different methodology to calculate your annual premium, you could get three totally different quotes on the same coverage from three different companies. The only way to find the best company for you is to compare rates and coverage options.
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can help you compare quotes from over 55 of the best car insurance companies, but it’s always good to go in knowing what you’re looking for. Here are some things to consider when looking for car insurance providers. How to find and compare the best car insurance companies
Jerry can help you find quotes from the best car insurance companies around, but the dollar amount on your policy isn’t the only thing that matters
when comparing car insurance quotes
. You should also consider: - Coverage options: Just about any insurance company can sell you liability coverage—but not every company offers important additional coverage likegap insurance,roadside assistance, orOEM coverage.
- Other insurance products: Buying home insurance or life insurance from the same company that holds your auto insurance policycan save you money.
- Payment options: If you’d prefer to pay your bill in a specific way—by mail, for instance, or viaelectronic funds transfer (EFT)—be sure to check that the company allows that option.
- Car insurance discounts: Every company has ‘em, but they don’t always advertise them. Look for a provider whosediscountsfit your profile.
- Additional programs: Some companies offer benefits like accident forgiveness or telematics programs that allow you topay as you go.
And don’t forget things like customer service and availability of agents! If you’re having trouble getting in touch with a human representative or finding it difficult to navigate a company’s website, that might be a red flag. After all, you want your insurance to be with a company that’s easy to work with, not one that makes getting a quote or filing a claim an all-day task.
To help you find the best company for you, Jerry has conducted in-depth reviews of some of the biggest names in car insurance, including:
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By R.E. Fulton
Licensed Insurance Agent —Senior Content Writer
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear, Director of Content.
