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Is my teenager a covered driver, even though he only has a permit?

My son has his permit, but can only drive if other licensed adults are in the car with him. Since he isn't listed on the insurance yet, will we be covered if he is in an accident?

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Shannon Martin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Insurance follows the vehicle, so any driver you give permission to operate the car is covered, unless they are specifically excluded from the policy.
Even if your son only has his permit now, you can still add him as a driver to your policy. With most carriers, there is no cost to add a permitted driver; however, the price will change once he has a valid drivers license.
Once he is licensed, don’t forget to inquire about additional discounts like the good student discount or the driver training discount. This is a great way to save money on your policy.
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