Are you regretting buying overpriced auto insurance? Don’t sweat it because many consumers are in the same pinch. Insurance companies such as State Farm, Geico and Farmers Insurance all claim big savings, bombarding you with advertising and it can be hard to ignore the flying pigs and cute green geckos and effectively compare rates to find the best deal.
It’s a good idea to compare rates once or twice a year since prices are rarely the same from one policy term to another. Just because you had the best rates for LR4 coverage a year ago you can probably find a lower rate today. Forget anything you know (or think you know) about auto insurance because it’s time to teach you the fastest way to save on auto insurance.
Companies offering auto insurance don’t always list all their discounts in an easy-to-find place, so the following is a list of some of the more common and also the more inconspicuous savings tricks you should be using when you buy auto insurance online.
Discounts lower rates, but most discount credits are not given the the whole policy. Most only apply to specific coverage prices like liability and collision coverage. So even though they make it sound like you can get free auto insurance, it’s just not the way it works. But all discounts will definitely lower your premiums.
A few popular companies and the discounts they provide are outlined below.
If you are trying to find affordable auto insurance quotes, ask all companies you are considering which discounts you may be entitled to. Some discounts listed above may not be offered in your area. To locate auto insurance companies who offer discounts, follow this link.
When choosing adequate coverage, there really is no one size fits all plan. Coverage needs to be tailored to your specific needs and your policy should reflect that. For instance, these questions might help in determining if you would benefit from professional advice.
If you’re not sure about those questions, you might consider talking to a licensed agent. To find an agent in your area, take a second and complete this form or you can also visit this page to select a carrier It’s fast, doesn’t cost anything and may give you better protection.
Having a good grasp of auto insurance can be of help when determining appropriate coverage for your vehicles. The coverage terms in a policy can be difficult to understand and reading a policy is terribly boring. Listed below are the normal coverages offered by auto insurance companies.
Liability coverage
Liability insurance will cover damages or injuries you inflict on people or other property. Coverage consists of three different limits, bodily injury for each person, bodily injury for the entire accident, and a limit for property damage. As an example, you may have limits of 50/100/50 that translate to $50,000 in coverage for each person’s injuries, a per accident bodily injury limit of $100,000, and property damage coverage for $50,000.
Liability can pay for things like repair bills for other people’s vehicles, repair costs for stationary objects, court costs and emergency aid. The amount of liability coverage you purchase is a personal decision, but buy higher limits if possible.
Insurance for medical payments
Medical payments and Personal Injury Protection insurance pay for immediate expenses for ambulance fees, pain medications, prosthetic devices, EMT expenses and doctor visits. They are utilized in addition to your health insurance plan or if you do not have health coverage. Medical payments and PIP cover both the driver and occupants and will also cover being hit by a car walking across the street. PIP is not available in all states and gives slightly broader coverage than med pay
Collision coverage protection
Collision insurance will pay to fix damage to your LR4 from colliding with an object or car. You first must pay a deductible and the rest of the damage will be paid by collision coverage.
Collision insurance covers claims such as crashing into a building, scraping a guard rail and hitting a mailbox. Paying for collision coverage can be pricey, so consider removing coverage from vehicles that are 8 years or older. You can also bump up the deductible to get cheaper collision coverage.
Comprehensive coverage (or Other than Collision)
Comprehensive insurance coverage covers damage that is not covered by collision coverage. You first have to pay a deductible then the remaining damage will be covered by your comprehensive coverage.
Comprehensive insurance covers things such as vandalism, damage from a tornado or hurricane, damage from flooding and falling objects. The most a auto insurance company will pay at claim time is the cash value of the vehicle, so if the vehicle’s value is low it’s not worth carrying full coverage.
Uninsured Motorist or Underinsured Motorist insurance
This protects you and your vehicle’s occupants when the “other guys” do not carry enough liability coverage. Covered claims include injuries to you and your family as well as damage to your 2015 Land Rover LR4.
Because many people have only the minimum liability required by law, it only takes a small accident to exceed their coverage. For this reason, having high UM/UIM coverages is a good idea.
When trying to cut insurance costs, it’s very important that you do not buy less coverage just to save a little money. In many instances, an insured cut comprehensive coverage or liability limits and learned later that their decision to reduce coverage ended up costing them more. Your focus should be to find the BEST coverage for the lowest cost, but do not skimp to save money.
Budget-friendly auto insurance is possible from both online companies as well as from insurance agents, so you should be comparing quotes from both in order to have the best price selection to choose from. A few companies don’t offer rates over the internet and these regional insurance providers work with independent agencies.
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Gretchen Delacruz
Is 21st Century cheap in Springfield, MO?
Erma Pugh
I got a good deal I think. I live south of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Quoted with AIG Insurance, Mercury, and Western Auto Insurance for my Land Rover and am saving around $540 a year.
Refugia May
Well-written and thought out article. Located in Bridgeport, CT. I quoted with State Farm, GMAC, and Farmers for my Land Rover and cut my rates about $550 a year.
Angelique Garrison
Does 21st Century have good claim service?
Natalia Warner
Live in the eastern part of Boston, MA and for me Progressive had the lowest quote. Left USAA to switch.
Tomiko Garrison
Will GEICO raise rates for a small claim?
Alaine Kaufman
Do I have to carry car insurance in Illinois?
Mitchell Noel
Lots of useful info here. Lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico. I got free prices from American Family, Nationwide, and a few others for my 2015 Land Rover LR4 and saved just over $350 a year.
Pamelia Bentley
Any companies in Las Vegas, NV that will insure a DUI?
Cassie Frye
Nice info. I’m in the east part of Las Vegas, Nevada. Checked online prices for a 2015 Land Rover LR4. Ended up at about $260 savings annually. Went with Allstate. Highly recommended.
Aliza Cummings
If you have a good history and live around South Burlington, VT, check out Progressive. They seem to be cheaper. I have several vehicles insured with them. They offer free online rate quotes.
Esta Ayers
When should I drop comp and collision?
Dolores Holman
I got a good deal I think. Lifelong resident of Rochester, New York. Quoted prices online for a 2015 Land Rover LR4. Ended up at about $120 savings annually. Went with State Farm. Insured with Hanover before.
Anissa Holland
Good site, thanks. From northwest of Springfield, MO. Got car insurance quotes with AAA, Safeco, and some smaller one I can’t remember the name of for my LR4 and I’m now saving $30 a month. I have kids on my policy, too. Not sure if rates are cheaper online or not.
Shoshana Buckner
Anyone buy from American Family? I’m in Fargo, ND.