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Do car insurance companies provide discounts for driving an electric car?
I want to get a Nissan Leaf, but I heard insurance is more expensive for electric cars. Is this true? Are there any discounts available?
Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“A Nissan Leaf is a reliable car that gets stellar reviews and lowers carbon emissions, so in that regard, you made a great purchase!
Car insurance companies
rate policies for electric cars higher because they’re more expensive to repair than gas-powered cars in most cases. However, you may be able to find discounts with certain companies.Since a variety of factors determine car insurance rates beyond the type of vehicle you drive, you won’t know your rates until you request
car insurance quotes
.If you have a clean driving record and live in a less populated area, your rates for an electric car may end up being more affordable than someone who has tickets and accidents living in a larger city.
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