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Small Car Insurance Companies
Smaller car insurance companies may offer benefits that larger insurers can’t, including more personalized service and savings on your auto insurance rates.
Amy Bobinger
The Best Car Insurance Companies of 2023
Nationwide is the best car insurance company of 2023—but Travelers, Allstate, and Safeco are all strong contenders.
Amy Bobinger
Will GEICO Insure a Car That’s Not in My Name?
In most cases, GEICO will insure a car that’s not in your name as long as you can prove insurable interest.
Alison Daurio
Car Insurance Companies That Don’t Check Your Driving Record
Every car insurance company will check your driving record, but there are some providers who will insure high-risk drivers.
Brittni Brinn
The Best Gap Insurance Companies in California
You aren’t required to have gap insurance in California, but it can save you from making loan payments on a totaled or stolen vehicle.
Shannon Fitzgerald
Farmers Classic Car Insurance
Farmers offers classic car insurance through J.C. Taylor, which provides agreed value coverage for collector vehicles.
Shannon Fitzgerald
USAA Classic Car Insurance
USAA offers classic car insurance to certain collectible vehicles. It covers up to the vehicle’s full assessed value in damages.
Shannon Fitzgerald
What is MAPFRE Insurance and Do You Need it to Drive in Mexico?
Since your U.S. coverage will no longer be valid once you cross the border, you’ll need to purchase Mexico car insurance from a provider like MAPFRE Insurance.
Drew Waterstreet
Bristol West Full Coverage Insurance
Bristol West provides full coverage including liability insurance, collision coverage, comprehensive coverage, and more.
Brittni Brinn
How to Prevent Mini Countryman Catalytic Converter Theft
The good news for Mini Cooper Countryman owners? The catalytic converter in this model is difficult to steal. Let’s take a look at why.
Meaghan Branham
Are Car Insurance Companies Open On Weekends?
Auto insurance companies are usually open on weekends, at least to some capacity. Office hours may be limited, as well as availability of certain staff.
Cameron Thiessen
What Does Farm Bureau Full Coverage Auto Insurance Cover?
A full coverage car insurance plan from Farm Bureau will include basic liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage. Read more here!
Jessica Gibson
What Does Wawanesa Full Coverage Auto Insurance Cover?
If you’re a Californian, Wawanesa offers some of the best rates on full coverage policies, which include liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage.
Macy Fouse
Does Allstate Insure Rebuilt Titles?
Allstate only insures rebuilt titles if the vehicle was already on your policy before being totaled. More here.
Shannon Fitzgerald
Why Did My GEICO Car Insurance Rate Go Up?
If your GEICO auto insurance rate has gone up, it could be the result of changes to your vehicle, driving record or history, or more.
Kathryn Mae Kurlychek
How to Get Roadside Assistance in California
California operates a state-wide free roadside assistance program in several counties—but purchasing your own coverage is still a good idea. Here’s why.
Kathryn Mae Kurlychek
Are There Car Insurance Companies That Do Not Use Credit Scores?
Root Insurance plans to be the first insurance company to phase out credit scores from its rate calculations, but no provider has done so as of 2022.
Cameron Thiessen
Car Insurance Discounts for Teachers
If you’re a K-12 educator, you could save big on auto coverage with these car insurance companies!
Jacqulyn Graber
How to Cancel Admiral Car Insurance
You can cancel Admiral car insurance online or by phone. Let’s get into the details.
Matt Terzi
Will Insurance Pay for Riot Damage?
Riot damage is usually covered under comprehensive car insurance policies and standard homeowners policies. Here are the details.
Shannon Fitzgerald
The Best Car Insurance Apps, Ranked (2023)
GEICO and Allstate have the best-rated car insurance apps, according to both customer ratings and insurance industry experts.
Jessica Barrett
How to Find Temporary Car Insurance in Maryland
Finding temporary auto insurance in Maryland can be a challenge. Here’s what you should know.
Kathryn Mae Kurlychek
Do Insurance Companies Chase Down Uninsured Drivers?
Insurance companies will only legally pursue uninsured drivers who carry collision/comprehensive or uninsured motorist coverage.
Tiffany Leung
How Often Can You Switch Car Insurance?
You can switch your car insurance as often as you want, but remember to formally let your current carrier know that you are canceling your policy.
Jason Tushinski
How to Switch Car Insurance Companies
To switch car insurance companies, you’ll need to compare quotes, check for cancellation penalties, and avoid a lapse in coverage.
R.E. Fulton
Why You Should Switch Your Insurance Before It Expires
You can switch your car insurance to a new company at any time. Doing so can help you find a better rate.
R.E. Fulton
7 Reasons to Shop for Insurance Before Your Policy Ends
Have your circumstances changed? Have your coverage needs evolved? Maybe you just want to save money. Now might be the right time to shop for a new policy.
Bonnie Stinson
GEICO Is Getting Sued for the Most Ludicrous Reason
GEICO is facing a lawsuit after a woman contracted HPV in her Hyundai. With no evidence or correlation that the car was the cause, the lawsuit is likely to fall on its face.
Carlos Kirby
How COVID-19 Affected Car Insurance Customers
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a lot of economic hardship that was addressed by insurers. Customers were offered premium refunds, discounts, and payment leniency.
Christopher-Hundley
Is Pay-As-You-Go Car Insurance Worth It?
Pay-as-you-go insurance rates vary each month depending on how many miles you drive, so this type of car insurance may be worth it for infrequent drivers.
Jason Unrau
All Questions on Car Insurance Companies
How do you choose a car insurance company?
I live in Louisiana and car insurance is so expensive. How do I pick a good, cheap car insurance company?
Lauren Smith
How do car insurance companies check your driving record?
I haven’t driven in a few years because I was in a city with excellent transportation. Now that I’ve moved to the suburbs, I need to get a car. I read that car insurance companies check your driving record to figure out how much to charge you. But how do they check my driving record?
Eric Schad
How can you tell if your car is insured?
Is there a way to tell whether or not your car is insured? My uncle gave me one of his old cars and I'd love to drive it! The only problem is, I don't know if it's insured or not.
Joshua Levy
How can I find out who my car insurance is with?
How can I quickly find out who my car insurance is with? I told my mom I would buy my own car insurance, which I did. But now I can't remember what company it was, and she’s asking to see the ID card. I never printed it and need a new one. So where do I start looking?
Shannon Martin
How do you check insurance claims on a car?
I got in a fender bender a couple of days ago when leaving my neighborhood. How do I check the progress of my insurance claim?
Lauren Smith
How to explain car accidents to insurance?
I got into a fender bender last weekend, and I haven't reported anything to my car insurance yet. What is the best way to explain a car accident to your insurance company?
Carlos Kirby
Does it take long to get car insurance?
I’m finally getting off of my parents’ car insurance, but I’ve never shopped for car insurance myself. I’m kind of in a hurry to get some since I can’t drive without it. How long does it take to get car insurance?
Chloe Jenkins
How do I find my car insurance company?
I've been on autopay for my insurance for a long time, and for the life of me, I can't remember the name of my insurance company. How can I find that information?
Liz Jenson
How long can you stay on your parent's car insurance?
I'm 19. I'm still on my parent's policy to save money. How long can I stay on their car insurance before I have to get my own policy?
Matthew Macgugan
How do I check if my car has insurance?
I took a sabbatical and have been overseas for about a year. How do I check that my car is still insured so I can drive it again?
Lauren Smith
How do you get a discount on insurance for cars?
I don’t think I’ve tried to apply for any discounts. What sort of discounts are available for me and how do I apply for them?
Lauren Smith
How long do I have to insure my car after I purchase it?
I have insurance on my car, but I’m in the process of buying a second one. I know I need to insure it; I’m just not sure of the timeline. How much time do I have to insure my car after I purchase it?
Chloe Jenkins
How do I find out someone’s car insurance details?
I was hit by another car, and I’m pretty sure they gave me false insurance information. What are my options for finding someone else's car insurance information?
Eric Schad
Why do I have to add my child to my insurance policy?
I was adding our new van to my insurance the other day and the agent asked who else was in the household. I said no one but my three-year-old daughter—and he wanted all of her info! She can't drive, so why should her information be on my insurance policy?
Shannon Martin
How to renew a car insurance?
My car insurance is expiring next month, and I'd like to keep my insurance. This is my first-ever policy, though, and I'm not sure how to go about it. How do I renew my car insurance policy?
Emily Maracle
How do you add another car to your insurance?
With my partner’s new job it’s become clear we need a second car. How do I add it to my insurance?
Will Baldwin
How can I check if a car is insured for free?
A few days ago, my car was parked in front of my house, and someone hit it and ran off. Thankfully, my neighbors were outside at the time and caught the guy’s license plates. Is there a free way I can check if the person who hit me is insured?
Chloe Jenkins
How do you rent a car through insurance?
I was in an accident a couple of weeks ago, and my car is in pretty bad shape. I’m doing fine and I’m ready to get back out there, but I need a rental car while my car is in the shop. Is there any way I can rent a car through my insurance provider?
Chloe Jenkins
How do you dispute a car insurance claim against you?
I got in an accident, but the other person was also being negligent. Ultimately, they filed a claim with my insurance, which has been approved, but I don’t believe I’m exclusively at-fault. How can I dispute this claim?
Lauren Smith
How long does it take to file a claim?
How long does it take to file a claim? I was in an accident this morning—luckily just a minor fender bender, but it still shook me up a little. I was already late to work, and everything is so busy I don't know when I will have time to call my insurance company. How long will this process take?
Shannon Martin
How do I find out who I have car insurance with?
I’ve had policies with a lot of different insurance providers in the past, so I don’t remember where I have my current policy. How do I find that out?
Grace Cho
How do you find out who your car insurance is with?
I need to know the name of my insurance provider for some paperwork, and I can't find it. Where should I look?
Liz Jenson
Can an insurance company drop you?
Will my car insurance company cancel my policy if I’m not able to make payments? I’m really struggling with bills this month and I’m worried that I might lose my policy.
Liz Jenson
How do I remove an insurance black box from my car?
I used a black box insurance company because they offered me a pretty good rate, but I'm not sure I love their coverage. I'm thinking of switching insurance to a traditional provider—but I don't know where they actually put the box, and I'm pretty sure i need to move it before I can switch. How can I remove the black box?
Eric Schad
How can I make sure my insurance policy is still active?
How can I check on my policy status? I just got a message saying that my car insurance is pending cancelation, but I am set up on automatic payments. How is that possible?
Shannon Martin
How long will it take my car insurance to fix my car?
I was in an accident about a few weeks ago. No one was hurt, thankfully, and my insurance is covering the damage to my car. I've submitted a quote to them and I'm waiting to hear back; I do need my car to get to school and work, and I'm a little worried about how long it's taking. About how long should it take?
Emily Maracle
How do I find out if my car is insured?
I just bought a car and I thought my dad transferred my insurance to my new car. He says he thinks he did it, but he’s not sure. How can I find out if my car is insured?
Eric Schad
What mistakes can you make when submitting a claim?
I've just been in my first accident and I'm nervous about having to submit a claim for the first time. I want to make sure I do everything right, so is there anything I should avoid doing?
Emily Maracle
How can I check my car insurance company’s name?
I have a car I’ve been holding onto and insuring for my niece while she’s away. She’s coming home soon. How do I check which car insurance company this car is under?
Lauren Smith
How do I see if my car is insured?
I'm pretty sure my insurance is up-to-date, but want to double-check—I’m just not sure what to do! How can I check to see if my car is insured?
Ben Guess
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