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How long do you have to add a new car to your insurance?
I’m getting a new car. How long do I have to add it to my insurance?
Lauren Smith · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations on the new car! Your insurance
follows the car
, not the driver. This means that you’re going to want to add your new car to your insurance policy even before you drive off the lot. It’s illegal in almost every state to drive without insurance, even for a short time. Adding a new car to your insurance
is easy. Once you know which vehicle you’re buying, give your insurer:- The year, make, and model of the new car
- Your license plate number
- The state you live
- The vehicle identification number (VIN)
Did you know adding a second car to your insurance policy may actually save you money in the long run? You’ll qualify for a multi-vehicle discount, which saves you up to 25% on each car on the policy.
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