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Do I still need insurance if my car is under planned non-operation status?
I live in California and I've registered my vehicle with the DMV under planned non-operation status. Do I still need to keep my insurance policy?
Sophie Newman · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Legally, as long as you comply with the rules of planned non-operation (PNO), you do not need to carry insurance.
However, if you are still financing your vehicle, your contract may require that you keep your
car insurance
.Keep in mind: You may want to consider getting
comprehensive insurance
to protect your vehicle from a variety of risks while it’s in storage. These risks include: - Fire
- Theft
- Vandalism
- Natural disasters
If you want to compare prices for your car insurance to make sure you’re not overpaying for any insurance you chose to keep to protect your planned non-operation car. You can compare your current plan with 50+ top insurers through the
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