I can’t think of anyone who loves paying for insurance, especially knowing they are paying too much.
Having so many options when it comes to insurance, it can be impossible to pick a more affordable insurance provider.
Insurance can be prohibitively expensive, but there’s a good chance there are discounts that many consumers don’t even know exist. Larger premium reductions will be automatically applied at the time of purchase, but some need to be asked about before they will apply.
One thing to note about discounts is that most credits do not apply to the overall cost of the policy. Most only reduce the cost of specific coverages such as liability, collision or medical payments. So when the math indicates you could get a free auto insurance policy, insurance companies wouldn’t stay in business. Any amount of discount will help lower your policy cost.
Larger auto insurance companies and a partial list of their discounts can be read below.
Double check with each company or agent to apply every possible discount. Some discounts might not be offered in your area. To see a list of providers that offer many of these discounts, click here.
When it comes to buying proper insurance coverage for your vehicles, there is no “best” method to buy coverage. Everyone’s situation is unique and your policy should reflect that. These are some specific questions can help discover whether you would benefit from an agent’s advice.
If it’s difficult to answer those questions but a few of them apply, you might consider talking to an insurance agent. If you want to speak to an agent in your area, simply complete this short form or go to this page to view a list of companies.
Learning about specific coverages of your policy can be of help when determining appropriate coverage and proper limits and deductibles. The coverage terms in a policy can be ambiguous and nobody wants to actually read their policy. Below you’ll find typical coverage types found on the average insurance policy.
Auto liability
This provides protection from damage that occurs to other’s property or people. It protects you from claims by other people. It does not cover damage sustained by your vehicle in an accident.
Liability coverage has three limits: per person bodily injury, per accident bodily injury, and a property damage limit. Your policy might show policy limits of 25/50/25 that means you have $25,000 bodily injury coverage, a limit of $50,000 in injury protection per accident, and a limit of $25,000 paid for damaged property. Occasionally you may see a combined limit which provides one coverage limit with no separate limits for injury or property damage.
Liability can pay for things like repair bills for other people’s vehicles, bail bonds, structural damage, repair costs for stationary objects and legal defense fees. How much coverage you buy is your choice, but consider buying as large an amount as possible.
Med pay and Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
Med pay and PIP coverage reimburse you for immediate expenses for things like chiropractic care, surgery and prosthetic devices. The coverages can be used in conjunction with a health insurance policy or if you are not covered by health insurance. It covers all vehicle occupants and will also cover getting struck while a pedestrian. Personal Injury Protection is not an option in every state but can be used in place of medical payments coverage
Collision coverage protection
Collision insurance pays to fix your vehicle from damage from colliding with a stationary object or other vehicle. You will need to pay your deductible and the rest of the damage will be paid by collision coverage.
Collision coverage protects against things such as sustaining damage from a pot hole, damaging your car on a curb and hitting a mailbox. This coverage can be expensive, so consider removing coverage from lower value vehicles. Drivers also have the option to increase the deductible to bring the cost down.
Comprehensive insurance
This pays for damage OTHER than collision with another vehicle or object. You need to pay your deductible first and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.
Comprehensive insurance covers things such as hitting a bird, fire damage, damage from flooding and theft. The most a insurance company will pay at claim time is the market value of your vehicle, so if the vehicle’s value is low consider removing comprehensive coverage.
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM)
Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist coverage protects you and your vehicle’s occupants when other motorists do not carry enough liability coverage. Covered losses include hospital bills for your injuries as well as your vehicle’s damage.
Due to the fact that many drivers only carry the minimum required liability limits, their liability coverage can quickly be exhausted. That’s why carrying high Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage is important protection for you and your family. Normally these limits are set the same as your liablity limits.
As you prepare to switch companies, do not skimp on coverage in order to save money. In many instances, consumers will sacrifice uninsured motorist or liability limits only to discover later that the small savings ended up costing them much more. Your objective should be to buy the best coverage you can find at a price you can afford.
You just read many ideas to save on 2009 Lexus ES 350 insurance. The key concept to understand is the more rate quotes you have, the better chance you’ll have of finding affordable insurance. You may even discover the lowest priced insurance comes from the least-expected company. These smaller insurers can often provide lower car insurance rates in certain areas compared to the large companies like Allstate and Progressive.
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Kenya Curry
What does medical payments cover?
Geraldo Sharp
I’ve had Allstate for years. I’m in Kailua, HI.
Elicia Obrien
Mine is so expensive. From west side of Fort Wayne, Indiana. I got free quotes from American Family, Nationwide, and Western Auto Insurance for my Lexus and I’m now saving $58 a month. They offer free online rate quotes.
Delia Hartman
I live just to the south of Tampa, FL. I quoted with GEICO, The General, and Erie for my Lexus and I’m now saving $49 a month.
Kareen Mccoy
I live in Tucson, AZ. Not sure of all the companies but I ended up saving about $30 each month. Good savings if you bundle. LOL
Latricia Bartlett
What are minimum liability limits required in Idaho?
Araceli Meyer
I went with Allstate at renewal. Best rates in Worcester, MA. Insured with GMAC before. I get a discount for insuring multiple vehicles.
Hanna Jenkins
Here’s what I found out. From Portland, Oregon. Got free quotes online for a 2009 Lexus ES 350. Ended up at about $150 savings annually. Went with 21st Century. They were helpful in switching over.