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* Life Insurance * Health Insurance * Home Insurance * Business Insurance * Travel Insurance * Pet Insurance * Medicare Insurance * Auto Insurance * RV Insurance * Business insurance: +1-866-929-3479 * Auto insurance: +1-855-210-4442 * Health insurance: +1-855-982-1671 * Home insurance: +1-855-503-6466 * Life insurance: +1-855-631-2065 * Medicare: +1-855-971-0843 CHEAP CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: COMPARE ONLINE Your ultimate cheap auto insurance quotes comparison and shopping guide, online and offline. Get Quotes Table of contents 1 What is a Car Insurance Quote? 1.1 Top 4 Factors That Affect Car Insurance Quotes 1.2 Age 1.2.1 Driving Record 1.2.2 Type of Vehicle 1.2.3 City/State You Live In 2 List of States with The Cheapest Car Insurance in 2022 2.1 Cost of Minimum Liability Car Insurance Quotes by State 3 Car Insurance Rates Based on The Driver’s Birth Year 4 Full Coverage Car Insurance Quotes by State and Driver Age 4.1 Full Coverage Car Insurance Quotes by Age and Gender 5 Cost of Car Insurance By Brand and Model 6 Car Insurance Quotes By Gender: Experienced Drivers 6.1 Help others make better decisions 7 Cheapest Car Insurance Quotes: Very Cheap Car Insurance, No Deposit or Low Deposit 8 How Long Does It Take to Get a Car Insurance Quote? 9 Do Car Insurance Quotes Affect Your Credit Score? 10 Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Car Insurance? 11 Car Insurance Quotes: The Ultimate Shopping Guide 11.1 Car Insurance Quotes via Car Insurance Comparison Sites: 4.2/5 11.2 Worst and Best Car Insurance Comparison Sites Online Review 11.2.1 CoverWallet: 5/5 11.2.2 Gabi Car Insurance Quotes Review: 5/5 11.2.3 CoverHound Car Insurance Quotes: 4.8/5 11.2.4 PolicyGenius Car Insurance Quotes Review: 4.6/5 11.2.5 Compare.com Car Insurance Quotes: 4.6/5 11.2.6 Insurify Car Insurance Quotes: 4.4/5 11.2.7 Insuranks.com Car Insurance Quotes: 4/5 11.2.8 Esurance Car Insurance Quotes: 3.6/5 11.2.9 The Zebra Car Insurance Quotes: 3.2/5 11.2.10 NetQuote Car Insurance Quotes: 2.6/5 11.2.11 CarInsurance.com Review: 2/5 11.2.12 QuoteWizard Car Insurance Quotes: 2/5 11.2.13 Quote.com Car Insurance Quotes: 2/5 11.2.14 Insure.com Review: 0.8/5 11.2.15 EverQuote Auto Insurance Quotes: 0.6/5 11.3 Auto Insurance Quotes via Agents and Brokers: 3.9/5 11.4 Direct Car Insurance Quotes via Insurers: 3.7/5 11.5 Direct Car Insurance Companies Comparison 11.5.1 NEXT Auto Insurance Quotes 11.5.2 Hiscox Auto Insurance Quotes: 4.9/5 11.5.3 Progressive Car Insurance Quotes: 4.8/5 11.5.4 USAA Car Insurance Quotes: 4.75/5 11.5.5 AAA Auto Insurance Quotes: 4/5 11.5.6 GEICO Car Insurance Quotes: 4.5/5 11.5.7 Travelers Car Insurance Quotes: 4.5/5 11.5.8 Amica Auto Insurance Quotes: 4.5/5 11.5.9 State Farm Car Insurance Quotes: 4.5/5 11.5.10 MetLife Car Insurance Quotes: 4.4/5 11.5.11 Nationwide Car Insurance Quotes: 4.3/5 11.5.12 Allstate Auto Insurance Quotes: 4.3/5 11.5.13 Mercury Car Insurance Quotes: 3.9/5 11.5.14 ClearCover Car Insurance Quotes: 3.8/5 11.5.15 American Family/Costco Ameriprise Car Insurance Quotes: 3.7/5 11.5.16 Farmers Car Insurance Quotes: 3.7/5 11.5.17 Freeway Car Insurance Quotes: 3.7/5 11.5.18 Liberty Mutual Car Insurance Quotes: 3.5/5 11.5.19 Safe Auto Insurance Quotes: 3.5/5 11.5.20 Root Car Insurance Quotes: 3/5 11.6 Car Insurance Quotes Comparison Guide: Wrapping It Up 12 The Perks of Comparing Auto Insurance Quotes 12.1 Car Insurance Quotes Comparison Tips 12.2 How To Get The Cheapest Car Insurance Quotes? 13 What is Car Insurance? 14 What Does Car Insurance Cover? 14.1 Basic Auto Liability Policy 14.1.1 Bodily Injury Liability Coverage 14.1.2 Property Damage Liability Coverage 14.2 Full Coverage Policy 14.2.1 Personal Injury Protection 14.2.2 Medical Payments Coverage 14.2.3 Liability coverage 14.2.4 Physical Damage Coverage 14.2.5 Uninsured/Underinsured Driver Coverage 14.2.6 GAP Insurance 14.2.7 Rental Coverage 15 Do I Need Car Insurance? 16 Is It Safe to Buy Car Insurance Online? 17 What\’s Next? 18 Safe Driving Resources Home › Cheap Car Insurance Quotes: Compare Online The thing with car insurance is that companies don’t have the same rate. A carrier will be more expensive or cheaper than the others. Also, its offers might be worse or better than competitors. That said, a smart policyholder will always compare the car insurance quote of many carriers before getting covered. This is a comprehensive guide that will take you through the nook and crannies of car insurance quotes. We’ll provide figures, review the best companies, and provide insightful tips. At the end of the discussion, we’ll also discuss what car insurance is. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT IS A CAR INSURANCE QUOTE? An insurance quote is a document or an electronic media that shows how much you’ll pay for your car insurance. If provided as a print document, your car insurance quote will be made and given to you by an insurance agent or the carrier personally or through mail. When it is provided as an electronic media, your car insurance quote will be a page in a website or a PDF sent via email. The cost of premiums reflected in your car insurance quote doesn’t come from nowhere. It’s estimated by taking the following factors into account: * Driving history * Background * Credit score * Age * Gender * Location * The vehicle you drive * Vehicle usage * Coverage type and amount * Marital status: married people are proven to be involved in fewer auto accidents than singles, divorced, and widows * Homeownership: homeowners pay dramatically less for their car insurance than renters similar coverage, thanks to auto and home insurance bundle discounts * Any other relevant information for assessing the policyholder\’s carried risk TOP 4 FACTORS THAT AFFECT CAR INSURANCE QUOTES Remember that in America, insurance companies are businesses. This means that they have a bottom line to maintain and must generate profit no matter how many payouts they have to give out. This is part of the reason why policies are so complicated to understand. Every insurer has to make sure they don’t lose money because of covering you. That said, here are the top factors that affect car insurance rates. AGE The younger you are, the more you\’ll usually pay. Teen drivers and drivers between 20 and 24 are the most expensive to insure, while older drivers tend to get a more affordable rate. Here is the cheapest car insurance for teens and young drivers and the cheapest cars to insure for teenage drivers. DRIVING RECORD The cleaner your driving record is (no accidents, traffic tickets, tax liens), the better of a deal you\’ll get. The worse your record is, the more you\’ll pay. SR-22 insurance is the most expensive and is given to those who\’ve had reckless driving charges or were previously charged with a DUI. TYPE OF VEHICLE The more expensive your vehicle is, the higher your insurance will be. Sports cars also tend to be more costly to insure since they\’re more likely to cause a car accident. That said, a Lamborghini is more expensive to insure than a Honda Civic, BMW, Mustang, Tesla, and Dodge Charger, CITY/STATE YOU LIVE IN If you live in a state where accidents aren\’t very common, you\’ll save on your auto insurance. However, if you live in a state where accidents are more prevalent, you\’ll pay more for car insurance. Here are the states with the cheapest car insurance rates. Get all the best quotes from leading providers in a click of a button! Get Quotes -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LIST OF STATES WITH THE CHEAPEST CAR INSURANCE IN 2022 Location is one of the most significant factors that affect the cost of a car insurance quote. By location, we mean the state where you\’re permanently or temporarily residing. The table below shows the states which have the cheapest quotes for car insurance: Monthly Premiums Lowest Range Monthly Premiums Highest Range Average Indiana $140 $171 $156 Ohio $154 $189 $172 West Virginia $163 $200 $182 Illinois $169 $206 $188 Alabama $171 $209 $190 Tennessee $172 $211 $192 New Hampshire $174 $214 $194 Vermont $175 $216 $196 Wyoming $171 $209 $190 Maine $172 $210 $191 Idaho $173 $212 $193 Oregon $174 $213 $194 Iowa $176 $218 $197 Pennsylvania $179 $221 $200 Arizona $177 $218 $198 Montana $181 $223 $202 South Dakota $183 $226 $205 Kentucky $185 $230 $208 North Dakota $187 $235 $211 Arkansas $189 $289 $239 North Carolina $190 $295 $243 Virginia $191 $234 $213 Oklahoma $192 $236 $214 Massachusetts $195 $239 $217 Utah $196 $240 $218 Kansas $203 $248 $226 Colorado $210 $260 $235 Rhode Island $215 $263 $239 California $217 $265 $241 Minnesota $228 $279 $254 New Mexico $238 $292 $265 Connecticut $239 $292 $266 Texas $265 $325 $295 Jew Jersey $271 $332 $302 Missouri $274 $335 $305 Washington $275 $336 $306 Delaware $283 $346 $315 Georgia $320 $391 $356 New York $324 $397 $361 South Carolina $370 $452 $411 Maryland $388 $474 $431 Florida $412 $503 $458 Louisiana $416 $509 $463 Nevada $488 $597 $543 Michigan $565 $691 $628 Alaska $752 $919 $836 Nebraska $760 $930 $845 Wisconsin $763 $932 $848 Hawaiii $765 $935 $850 Note: The table above shows car insurance rates by considering all factors. COST OF MINIMUM LIABILITY CAR INSURANCE QUOTES BY STATE You only need the minimum liability insurance to drive a car legally aside from having a license. Here\’s a table showing the cheapest and most expensive states for minimum liability car insurance. State State Minimum Liability Insurance Quote Per Year 50/100/50 Liability Insurance Quote Per Year 100/300/100 Liability Insurance Quote Per Year Alabama $783 $900 $1,490 Alaska $676 $692 $1,138 Arizona $740 $969 $1,500 Arkansas $520 $940 $1,662 California $997 $1,268 $2,090 Colorado $920 $983 $2,281 Connecticut $1,118 $1,194 $1,805 District of Columbia $833 $950 $1,148 Delaware $885 $1,045 $1,473 Florida $1,215 $1,672 $2,153 Georgia $1,134 $1,529 $1,780 Hawaii $707 $870 $1,450 Idaho $492 $443 $692 Illinois $734 $838 $1,474 Indiana $514 $560 $938 Iowa $440 $530 $899 Kansas $399 $582 $1,220 Kentucky $1,049 $1,120 $1,694 Louisiana $1,442 $2,135 $2,900 Maine $438 $405 $731 Maryland $1,373 $1,504 $1,772 Massachusetts $1,083 $1,165 $1,830 Michigan $1,610 $1,680 $2,761 Minnesota $890 $892 $1,388 Mississippi $608 $701 $1,287 Missouri $648 $643 $1,119 Montana $649 $760 $1,330 Nebraska $628 $665 $1,230 Nevada $1,008 $1,303 $1,099 New Hampshire $380 $543 $1,048 New Jersey $1,035 $1,263 $1,847 New Mexico $722 $862 $1,410 New York $1,546 $1,658 $2,374 North Carolina $524 $576 $1,041 North Dakota $430 $458 $897 Ohio $575 $627 $1,023 Oklahoma $705 $786 $1,615 Oregon $874 $990 $1,280 Pennsylvania $1,095 $1,490 $2,200 Rhode Island $1,230 $1,389 $2,300 South Carolina $735 $858 $1,360 South Dakota $390 $442 $970 Tennessee $650 $718 $1,174 Texas $600 $1,075 $1,840 Utah $790 $865 $1,765 Vermont $437 $483 $1,085 Virginia $601 $660 $1,095 Washington $1,060 $1,133 $1,868 West Virginia $661 $719 $1,315 Wisconsin $682 $700 $1,130 Wyoming $365 $375 $930 CAR INSURANCE RATES BASED ON THE DRIVER’S BIRTH YEAR The year you were born is another factor that helps to determine the premiums of your car insurance quotes. Here’s a table showing the cost of car insurance based on this. Date Born Cost of Car Insurance per Month Cost of Car Insurance per Year 1949 – 1970 $214 $2,568 1980 $225 $2,700 1981 – 1982 $230 $2,760 1983 – 1984 $245 $2,940 1985 $250 $3,000 1986 $255 $3,060 1987 $259 $3,108 1988 $262 $3,144 1989 $268 $3,216 1990 $272 $3,258 1991 – 1992 $274 $3,282 1993 $283 $3,396 1994 $285 $3,414 1995 $296 $3,546 1996 $303 $3,636 1997 $308 $3,690 1998 $331 $3,972 1999 $341 $4,092 2000 $369 $4,422 2001 $409 $4,908 2002 $488 $5,850 2003 $578 $6,930 2004 $712 $8,544 2005 $721 $8,646 2006 – 2010 $723 $8,676 Car insurance becomes expensive for younger individuals. This is due to the conception that young drivers are reckless. On the other hand, car insurance becomes cheaper as one age. Nonetheless, this only applies if the policyholder has no records of committing traffic violations or causing traffic accidents. The price of a car insurance quote will vary significantly for drivers with a poor driving history. Here’s another table showing the insurance premiums based on the driver’s age and accompanying violations: Monthly Cost of Car Insurance Premiums for A 19-20-Year-Old Diver with Recorded Traffic Violations Lowest Median Highest DUI $1,469 $2,059 $2,720 Overspeeding $1,003 $1,348 $1,838 Accident $1,603 $2,421 $3,240 Monthly Cost of Car Insurance Premiums for A 21-22-Year-Old Driver with Recorded Traffic Violations Lowest Median Highest DUI $1,058 $1,484 $1,960 Overspeeding $724 $973 $1,326 Accident $1,153 $1,744 $2,334 Monthly Cost of Car Insurance Premiums for A 23-25-Year-Old Driver with Recorded Traffic Violations Lowest Median Highest DUI $807 $1,131 $1,493 Overspeeding $552 $741 $1,009 Accident $878 $1,329 $1,775 Monthly Cost of Car Insurance Premiums for A 26-29-Year-Old Driver with Recorded Traffic Violations Lowest Median Highest DUI $708 $992 $1,309 Overspeeding $484 $650 $885 Accident $770 $1,164 $1,557 Monthly Cost of Car Insurance Premiums for A 30-65-Year-Old Driver with Recorded Traffic Violations Lowest Median Highest DUI $623 $873 $1,152 Overspeeding $424 $570 $777 Accident $677 $1,024 $1,370 Monthly Cost of Car Insurance Premiums for A 65+-Year-Old Driver with Recorded Traffic Violations Lowest Median Highest DUI $671 $1,028 $1,192 Overspeeding $545 $858 $1,318 Accident $676 $1,234 $1,792 FULL COVERAGE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES BY STATE AND DRIVER AGE The tables below show the average auto insurance quotes for full coverage car insurance in every state in the USA for drivers of different ages. Full Coverage Insurance Rates for Drivers 19-20 Years Old State Full Coverage per month Full Coverage per year North Carolina $91 $1,092 Hawaii $94 $1,129 Idaho $104 $1,242 Maine $116 $1,397 Iowa $123 $1,477 Indiana $129 $1,546 South Dakota $140 $1,678 Wyoming $142 $1,708 North Dakota $146 $1,749 Alaska $149 $1,792 New Hampshire $159 $1,910 Ohio $160 $1,921 Missouri $163 $1,955 Utah $163 $1,955 Arizona $164 $1,973 Colorado $165 $1,976 Virginia $166 $1,990 Mississippi $168 $2,017 New Mexico $169 $2,033 Vermont $170 $2,036 Oklahoma $175 $2,101 South Carolina $175 $2,102 Nebraska $177 $2,120 Tennessee $178 $2,133 Kansas $178 $2,139 Wisconsin $180 $2,163 Nevada $185 $2,222 Alabama $188 $2,259 Oregon $191 $2,286 Delaware $191 $2,296 Florida $196 $2,356 Minnesota $204 $2,445 West Virginia $219 $2,631 District of Columbia $220 $2,644 Illinois $220 $2,645 Montana $222 $2,664 California $223 $2,678 Texas $233 $2,793 Washington $237 $2,839 Georgia $237 $2,848 Kentucky $243 $2,914 New Jersey $247 $2,968 Arkansas $248 $2,979 Louisiana $251 $3,011 Pennsylvania $265 $3,174 Connecticut $266 $3,193 Massachusetts $277 $3,322 Rhode Island $334 $4,009 New York $352 $4,225 Michigan $398 $4,772 Maryland $482 $5,781 Full Coverage Insurance Cost for Drivers 21-22 State Full Coverage per month Full Coverage per Year Alabama $135 $1,624 Alaska $107 $1,288 Arizona $115 $1,378 Arkansas $165 $1,980 California $164 $1,969 Colorado $115 $1,381 Connecticut $186 $2,236 District of Columbia $154 $1,844 Delaware $132 $1,580 Florida $144 $1,730 Georgia $154 $1,850 Hawaii $93 $1,115 Idaho $71 $851 Illinois $150 $1,797 Indiana $95 $1,136 Iowa $90 $1,082 Kansas $124 $1,487 Kentucky $164 $1,966 Louisiana $175 $2,094 Maine $81 $972 Maryland $164 $1,972 Massachusetts $212 $2,542 Michigan $273 $3,278 Minnesota $151 $1,815 Mississippi $116 $1,388 Missouri $119 $1,426 Montana $139 $1,668 Nebraska $130 $1,560 Nevada $136 $1,633 New Hampshire $111 $1,330 New Jersey $181 $2,170 New Mexico $125 $1,502 New York $252 $3,021 North Carolina $79 $945 North Dakota $106 $1,272 Ohio $160 $1,921 Oklahoma $126 $1,517 Oregon $132 $1,585 Pennsylvania $190 $2,280 Rhode Island $231 $2,775 South Carolina $123 $1,479 South Dakota $104 $1,250 Tennessee $116 $1,397 Texas $159 $1,908 Utah $111 $1,334 Vermont $112 $1,349 Virginia $116 $1,396 Washington $170 $2,038 West Virginia $133 $1,601 Wisconsin $120 $1,434 Wyoming $104 $1,249 Full Coverage Insurance Cost for Drivers 23-25 State Full Coverage per month Full Coverage per year Alabama $107 $1,284 Alaska $82 $981 Arizona $91 $1,093 Arkansas $129 $1,545 California $141 $1,692 Colorado $93 $1,114 Connecticut $138 $1,658 District of Columbia $120 $1,435 Delaware $166 $1,997 Florida $114 $1,370 Georgia $122 $1,460 Hawaii $92 $1,101 Idaho $53 $636 Illinois $119 $1,431 Indiana $71 $851 Iowa $70 $843 Kansas $97 $1,166 Kentucky $125 $1,501 Louisiana $142 $1,701 Maine $62 $743 Maryland $120 $1,444 Massachusetts $133 $1,594 Michigan $221 $2,647 Minnesota $116 $1,390 Mississippi $88 $1,060 Missouri $93 $1,112 Montana $99 $1,189 Nebraska $102 $1,223 Nevada $105 $1,263 New Hampshire $89 $1,066 New Jersey $139 $1,672 New Mexico $92 $1,104 New York $194 $2,332 North Carolina $74 $882 North Dakota $82 $978 Ohio $83 $990 Oklahoma $99 $1,187 Oregon $100 $1,202 Pennsylvania $151 $1,810 Rhode Island $174 $2,086 South Carolina $97 $1,158 South Dakota $104 $1,250 Tennessee $88 $1,053 Texas $132 $1,579 Utah $83 $996 Vermont $90 $1,074 Virginia $91 $1,093 Washington $129 $1,542 West Virginia $103 $1,233 Wisconsin $94 $1,131 Wyoming $84 $1,006 Full Coverage Insurance Cost for Drivers 26-29 State Full Coverage per month Full Coverage per year Alabama $95 $1,136 Alaska $110 $1,319 Arizona $82 $986 Arkansas $110 $1,319 California $124 $1,485 Colorado $86 $1,026 Connecticut $125 $1,496 District of Columbia $108 $1,296 Delaware $94 $1,131 Florida $104 $1,249 Georgia $107 $1,286 Hawaii $91 $1,087 Idaho $47 $567 Illinois $105 $1,256 Indiana $64 $772 Iowa $63 $760 Kansas $86 $1,029 Kentucky $113 $1,357 Louisiana $128 $1,537 Maine $54 $645 Maryland $112 $1,345 Massachusetts $123 $1,479 Michigan $204 $2,451 Minnesota $104 $1,243 Mississippi $79 $942 Missouri $87 $1,041 Montana $89 $1,073 Nebraska $90 $1,085 Nevada $98 $1,175 New Hampshire $77 $924 New Jersey $124 $1,493 New Mexico $82 $986 New York $170 $2,038 North Carolina $71 $850 North Dakota $72 $860 Ohio $71 $857 Oklahoma $92 $1,101 Oregon $91 $1,096 Pennsylvania $137 $1,645 Rhode Island $156 $1,873 South Carolina $84 $1,009 South Dakota $69 $833 Tennessee $78 $935 Texas $115 $1,377 Utah $76 $906 Vermont $79 $948 Virginia $79 $947 Washington $114 $1,371 West Virginia $93 $1,111 Wisconsin $82 $985 Wyoming $72 $862 Full Coverage Insurance Cost for Drivers 30-65 State Full Coverage per month Full Coverage per year Alabama $82 $988 Alaska $64 $764 Arizona $73 $876 Arkansas $93 $1,110 California $106 $1,276 Colorado $78 $935 Connecticut $111 $1,334 District of Columbia $96 $1,156 Delaware $89 $1,064 Florida $96 $1,153 Georgia $90 $1,075 Hawaii $89 $1,071 Idaho $41 $490 Illinois $90 $1,080 Indiana $58 $693 Iowa $56 $675 Kansas $74 $890 Kentucky $98 $1,179 Louisiana $114 $1,372 Maine $45 $545 Maryland $110 $1,325 Massachusetts $115 $1,379 Michigan $188 $2,254 Minnesota $93 $1,110 Mississippi $68 $810 Missouri $82 $984 Montana $80 $957 Nebraska $79 $947 Nevada $92 $1,109 New Hampshire $65 $780 New Jersey $109 $1,310 New Mexico $75 $897 New York $305 $3,660 North Carolina $67 $805 North Dakota $63 $750 Ohio $61 $730 Oklahoma $86 $1,030 Oregon $83 $990 Pennsylvania $957 $11,480 Rhode Island $138 $1,659 South Carolina $72 $860 South Dakota $60 $715 Tennessee $67 $800 Texas $96 $1,150 Utah $69 $825 Vermont $68 $820 Virginia $66 $790 Washington $103 $1,230 West Virginia $81 $970 Wisconsin $71 $850 Wyoming $59 $710 Full Coverage Insurance Cost for Drivers 65+ State Full Coverage per month Full Coverage per year Alabama $89 $1,063 Alaska $65 $785 Arizona $71 $848 Arkansas $84 $1,010 California $119 $1,430 Colorado $95 $1,140 Connecticut $126 $1,507 District of Columbia $87 $1,040 Delaware $90 $1,080 Florida $110 $1,314 Georgia $107 $1,280 Hawaii $89 $1,070 Idaho $57 $687 Illinois $96 $1,148 Indiana $58 $690 Iowa $56 $671 Kansas $69 $825 Kentucky $115 $1,375 Louisiana $134 $1,610 Maine $50 $595 Maryland $121 $1,450 Massachusetts $104 $1,245 Michigan $199 $2,390 Minnesota $104 $1,250 Mississippi $72 $869 Missouri $83 $990 Montana $82 $984 Nebraska $80 $960 Nevada $106 $1,274 New Hampshire $72 $863 New Jersey $103 $1,231 New Mexico $74 $882 New York $383 $4,599 North Carolina $65 $780 North Dakota $60 $725 Ohio $66 $790 Oklahoma $85 $1,020 Oregon $93 $1,112 Pennsylvania $117 $1,401 Rhode Island $137 $1,645 South Carolina $79 $950 South Dakota $64 $773 Tennessee $70 $840 Texas $64 $764 Utah $82 $986 Vermont $63 $760 Virginia $71 $855 Washington $105 $1,260 West Virginia $84 $1,005 Wisconsin $77 $920 Wyoming $65 $774 FULL COVERAGE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES BY AGE AND GENDER Another main factor determining your full coverage auto insurance quotes is your age and gender. Studies show that young drivers are more reckless on the wheels. Females usually pay less for car insurance than males on average since males are considered a higher risk due to overconfidence, which often leads to accidents. Below is average full coverage car insurance quotes per year by age and gender. Of course, the rates may vary by many other factors, including your state and vehicle type. Age Male Female 16 $ 6,900 $6 ,400 17 $ 6,850 $ 6,400 18 $ 6,500 $ 6,750 19 $ 6,000 $ 5,400 20 $5,300 $4,800 21 $4,500 $4,000 22 $4,150 $3,950 23 $3,900 $3,700 24 $3,700 $3,500 25 $3,250 $3,150 COST OF CAR INSURANCE BY BRAND AND MODEL Insurance companies look at the make and model of your car when determining premiums. Take a look at this table that shows the estimated rates of car insurance quotes for the most popular car brands in the USA: Brand and Model Cost per Month Cost per Year Volkswagen Jetta $120 $1,438 Toyota Camry $128 $1,532 Nissan Sentra $197 $2,361 Nissan Altima $130 $1,560 Hyundai Elantra $360 $4,316 Honda Accord $125 $1,500 Ford Focus $143 $1,716 Toyota Corolla $123 $1,473 Lamborghini Aventador $567 $6,800 Lamborghini Huracan $433 $5,200 Lamborghini Murcielago $350 $4,200 Lamborghini Gallardo $350 $4,200 Lamborghini Urus $500 $6,000 Tesla 3 $153 $1,832 Tesla S $246 $2,946 Tesla X $207 $2,481 Tesla Y $230 $2,756 Tesla Roadster $150 $1,800 CAR INSURANCE QUOTES BY GENDER: EXPERIENCED DRIVERS Experienced drivers pay less for auto insurance. Insurers provide them with lower quotes thanks to a lower risk due to experience. Of course, many other factors can affect these prices. If you are an experienced driver with a terrible driving record, you are less likely to enjoy lower car insurance quotes. Please find some typical car insurance quotes by gender for professional drivers per year across the USA. Gender Average car insurance quote per year Male $1,548 Female $1,468 Aside from gender, it’s also worth knowing the average annual auto insurance quotes based on credit score and marital status. Driver Credit Score/Marital Status Average Annual Quote Good credit $951 Poor Credit $1,671 Married couple $2,032 A married couple with a teenager $2,904 Rank and Review Insurance Companies HELP OTHERS MAKE BETTER DECISIONS Elephant Auto Insurance 9.4 / 10 Young Alfred Insurance 9.2 / 10 Amica Mutual Insurance 9 / 10 Show more -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CHEAPEST CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: VERY CHEAP CAR INSURANCE, NO DEPOSIT OR LOW DEPOSIT Trusted companies do not offer any no-deposit or no-down-payment car insurance. You still have to pay at least the first month\’s premium in advance rather than the annual lump sum at once, which makes it a reasonably affordable deal. While paying your premiums all at once can save some money on your car insurance, it is less convenient for some. Therefore you can simply get very cheap car insurance with a low deposit or down-payment. Below you can find a list of very cheap car insurance with low deposit/down-payment providers that offer the best car insurance rates with an average car insurance cost per month of $100 or less and our rating of each auto insurance provider. It should help you find the best, cheapest car insurance deposit possible without compromising on the quality of your provider. Here are the cheapest car insurance companies with relatively low down payments: Company Insuranks Rating Average Monthly Quote Best For USAA 4.75/5 $34 Military families GEICO 4.5/5 $40 Cheapest car insurance quotes if you\’re not in the army State Farm 4.5/5 $52 Peace of mind ClearCover 3.8/5 $55 Technology-centric car insurance Gabi 4/5 $60 Online auto insurance comparison Progressive 4.8/5 $63 Coverage standards and high-risk drivers Root 3/5 $65 Low rates; Tech-savvy drivers looking to get rewarded for improving their driving through the app Mercury 3.9/5 $70 Cheapest rates for a basic coverage NJM 4.5/5 $79 Best car insurance for DUI in NJ, PA, CT, and OH Costco Ameriprise 3.7/5 $86 Discounts Erie 4.1/5 $87 New Drivers Amica 4.5/5 $100 Customer satisfaction Travelers 4.5/5 $100 Tailored car insurance policies at affordable rates Freeway 3.7/5 $100 High-risk drivers, Spanish speakers & drivers in need of SR22 As you can see from the comparison table, the cheapest car insurance company is USAA, with an average car insurance cost of $35 per month. But you have to be in the military or be related to someone in the military to get covered. As said earlier, auto insurance companies determine your rates based on many factors, like age, gender, state of residence and location, vehicle type, driving record, driving habits, credit score, and coverage type. Although the prices vary due to these factors, premium quotes can be predicted for the average car insurance company. Take a look at the national average full coverage and minimum coverage car insurance quotes for some of the most popular car insurance companies in 2022. Company Full coverage quote per year Full coverage quote per month Minimum coverage quote per year Minimum coverage quote per month Allstate $1,850 $154 $785 $65 GEICO $1,175 $98 $480 $40 Progressive $1,390 $116 $750 $63 State Farm $1,250 $104 $625 $52 USAA $885 $74 $405 $34 HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET A CAR INSURANCE QUOTE? Generally, getting car insurance quotes online can take around 10-15 minutes. While getting one car insurance quote shouldn\’t take more than 1-2 minutes, sometimes it depends on the specifications of the application. Our Two Cents: Go through as many options and get car insurance quotes from many companies, collect quotes and have all options on your table, and only then choose the best coverage for your specific auto insurance needs at the best rate from the best rated companies. DO CAR INSURANCE QUOTES AFFECT YOUR CREDIT SCORE? Car Insurance quotes do not affect, nor hurt, your credit score. However, every time car insurance companies run your credit report so they can give you their free quotes, an inquiry is being added to your credit report. These inquiries have no effect on your credit score. It doesn\’t hurt your credit in any way and you can find them on your personal credit reports. DOES YOUR CREDIT SCORE AFFECT YOUR CAR INSURANCE? 92% of insurers now take credit into account when determining auto insurance quotes. Why? Taking your credit into account helps them predict their losses and the risk they are carrying by covering you. If you have an excellent credit score, you will receive cheaper car insurance quotes compared to the quotes a driver with a bad credit score would get. Also read: States with Cheapest Car Insurance Rates CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: THE ULTIMATE SHOPPING GUIDE When it comes to getting the best deal on your car insurance rates, there are several paths you can follow in how to compare car insurance quotes. You can use car insurance comparison sites, contact a broker or agency, or simply go directly to the insurance agent to get cheap auto insurance online. Each approach has its advantages and disadvantages, but it can be hard to work out which one works best for you, given the vast choice of options. That\’s why we\’ve put together “The ultimate shopping guide for auto insurance quotes.” We\’ve looked at 12 key parameters that you need to consider when you\’re looking for low-cost auto insurance, namely: * Time: How much time and effort is needed to source the car insurance quotes? * Online: Can you search for auto insurance quotes online and buy car insurance online? * Phone: Can you use your phone to call and get car insurance quotes? * Face to face: Can you source affordable car insurance via a face-to-face meeting? * Rates: Can you get cheap car insurance rates using this method? * Coverage: How good is the policy offered? How much does it fits your needs rather than providing you with insufficient coverage or coverage that is beyond what you need? * Choice: Can you compare car insurance rates from a range of companies? * Speed: How fast is it to get car insurance quotes? How long does it take to implement a new policy once you get the quotes? * Saving: Are there cheap car insurance quotes that offer worthwhile discounts and savings? * All States: Do these free car insurance quotes can be applied in all states? * High Risk: Is cheap insurance for young drivers, learners, and other high-risk drivers available? * Ease: How easy is the process when you compare car insurance quotes? We\’ll consider the main pros and cons of each approach to sourcing auto insurance quotes. Then we\’ll use the same metrics to compare auto insurance from specific companies, brokers, and car insurance comparison sites. We\’ve used 1 to 5 scale ratings on our review: * 5: Excellent * 4: Good * 3: Fair * 2: Bad * 1: Very bad CAR INSURANCE QUOTES VIA CAR INSURANCE COMPARISON SITES: 4.2/5 For convenience, speed, and ease of use, it\’s hard to beat auto insurance quotes comparison sites that offer free and instant car insurance quotes online. By simply providing information, clicking a button, and hey presto – you have a fast car insurance quotes comparison of what\’s on offer, making it easy to compare and contrast rates from a range of different companies and coverage options. What\’s not to like? Well, there are several potential downsides to using an online comparison site. First, it may be giving undue prominence to sponsored deals which aren\’t necessarily the best solution for you. Second, the market coverage may be limited, meaning you could be missing out on specific deals that are only available directly. And probably most important of all, it may not be comparing like with like. Those cheap auto insurance quotes might look good on paper, but they may be hiding conditions like high deductibles or no accidental damage. Having pointed out some of the shortcomings of online comparison sites, it\’s important to stress that, for the most part, they\’re a handy and welcome tool. These sites make it easy to compare auto insurance quotes, and if your time is limited, they\’re a great choice. You could spend a week phoning around all the different insurance companies, but if you end up saving yourself $25, was it worth it? Plus, the other side of the equation is that some great online deals can save you serious amounts of cash. PROS * Just so quick and easy to use * Rates from a range of companies * Instant coverage is available CONS * You may be missing out on certain deals, plus some companies may not be listed online on certain sites Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 3 Face to face 1 Rates 5 Coverage 4 Choice 5 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 4 High Risk 3 Ease 5 WORST AND BEST CAR INSURANCE COMPARISON SITES ONLINE REVIEW With so many car insurance quotes comparison sites to choose from, we sometimes wonder whether there\’s a need for a comparison site for all the online comparison sites out there! That said, going online is the best option for auto insurance quote comparisons, and if you want to buy cheap auto insurance online, they\’re the way to go. You want to find the site that is most relevant to your online auto insurance needs. Comparison sites fall into three categories: * Actual insurance companies or agencies * Websites that genuinely compare rate * Lead generator sites that collect your details then send them to their partners – typically insurance companies or agents, in this instance. In our experience, the leading sites are generally similar in terms of results and the services they offer. The most important thing you should check is how many insurance companies the website covers. Some sites are better than others in this respect, and many select their network of agents more carefully than others. For comparison purposes, we\’ve considered the following: * Type: Insurance company or agency (ICA), comparison site (CS), and lead generator (LG) * Online quotes: Direct availability of car insurance quotes * Scope: The number of companies being compared to (e.g., excellent, good, fair, poor) * Accuracy: Comparison of initial auto insurance quote to the final auto insurance premium payment * Speed: Time it takes to process auto insurance quoting * Ease: User-friendliness of the website We\’ve then given an overall score, plus our assessment of the pros and cons of each site. So here\’s our rating of the worst and best car insurance comparison sites: Website Insuranks Score CoverWallet 5/5 Gabi 5/5 CoverHound 4.8/5 Compare.com 4.6/5 PolicyGenius 4.6/5 Insurify 4.4/5 Insuranks.com 4/5 Esurance 3.6/5 The Zebra 3.2/5 NetQuote 2.6/5 CarInsurance.com 2/5 QuoteWizard 2/5 Quote.com 2/5 Insure.com 0.8/5 EverQuote 0.6/5 COVERWALLET: 5/5 CoverWallet is an insurance broker and an online quotes comparison platform that will allow you to compare car insurance quotes of trusted carriers such as Chubb, Hiscox, The Hartford, etc. All you need to do is provide some basic information. PROS * Buy car insurance immediately – no need to contact the carrier providing the coverage * Online policy management * Free certificate of insurance CONS * A partner of reputable insurance companies BEST FOR: Commercial car insurance quotes comparison and purchase online Parameter Rating Type Comparison Site Online quotes Mostly no Scope Excellent Accuracy Excellent Speed Excellent Ease Excellent GABI CAR INSURANCE QUOTES REVIEW: 5/5 Thanks to its ease of use and low-cost quotes, Gabi is one of the best car insurance quotes comparison sites and the highest-ranked one. Gabi is a free auto insurance comparison engine that helps you compare quotes online for your precise coverage requirements and find the best options fast from over 40 top insurance companies they\’ve partnered with. It is a fully licensed insurance broker in all states, where its average car insurance cost is $60 per month. PROS * Excellent rates; Claims it saves $961 per year on average * Ease of use * Over 40 insurance companies * Fast online car insurance quotes comparison * Offers even lower rates for home and auto insurance bundles CONS * Requires a sign-up * Shows the cheapest rates first by default (not always the best thing) BEST FOR: Cheap auto insurance quotes through an online comparison engine Parameter Rating Type Comparison Site Online quotes Yes Scope Excellent Accuracy Excellent Speed Excellent Ease Excellent COVERHOUND CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.8/5 CoverHound.com has some of the best comparison technologies in the market. It also works in partnership with several other sites. PROS * Excellent user experience * Technologically advanced * Provides many different coverage options from multiple companies * Allows you to edit your required coverage details, customize them and add coverage as you wish to receive quotes for your exact auto insurance needs * Automatically calculate discounts * Accurate final rates due to a direct relationship with 26 auto insurance carriers CONS * Not available in Alaska, Hawaii, and Massachusetts * Some of the best car insurance providers are not included in their comparison BEST FOR: User experience and quote accuracy. Parameter Rating Type Insurance Agency Online quotes Yes Scope Good Accuracy Excellent Speed Excellent Ease Excellent POLICYGENIUS CAR INSURANCE QUOTES REVIEW: 4.6/5 PolicyGenius.com is one of the fastest-growing, independent comparison sites and works in partnership with CoverHound. It brings an innovative, user-friendly approach to online car insurance quote shopping and comparison. PROS * A fresh, innovative approach * Easy to use CONS * Not auto insurance-focused, offering all types of insurance BEST FOR: Bundle discounts Parameter Rating Type Comparison Site & Insurance Agency Online quotes Yes Scope Good Accuracy Good Speed Excellent Ease Excellent COMPARE.COM CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.6/5 Compare.com is a car insurance comparison shopping website and licensed agency. It is a sister company of Confused.com, a UK car insurance comparison pioneer owned by Admiral, an international insurance group. Compare.com\’s average car insurance cost is $79 per month. PROS * Compares auto insurance rates from over 50 companies * Auto insurance-focused * Trusted brand CONS * Other websites offer a greater choice of customizable options. BEST FOR: Multiple payment options Parameter Rating Type Insurance Agency Online quotes Yes Scope Excellent Accuracy Excellent Speed Good Ease Good INSURIFY CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.4/5 Insurify.com is a highly innovative insurance start-up and comparison site. PROS * Fills in your vehicle information based on a photo of your license plate! * Provides an intelligent chatbot throughout the quoting process and customer support * Utilizes its great technology to match you based on your individual risk profile to carriers its AI thinks is best for you * Has direct partnerships with leading insurers (provided results from over ten insurers) * Claims to save $489 per year on average CONS * Less comprehensive when it comes to post quoting, aka the purchase process BEST FOR: Comparing auto insurance quotes from large, leading car insurance companies Parameter Rating Type Insurance Agency Online quotes Yes Scope Good Accuracy Good Speed Excellent Ease Good INSURANKS.COM CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4/5 Insuranks.com is the insurance comparison website you are currently visiting. It is an educational resource for insurance consumers that gives them higher awareness. Insuranks.com partners and ranks insurers, agencies, and even comparison sites based on customer ratings, reviews, and experiences. Its comparison tool connects you with the broadest variety of companies while educating you about them through content and customer reviews. Insuranks.com provides the best car insurance quotes you can find online. To compare car insurance quotes through Insuranks.com, simply hop over to the top of this page and enter your ZIP code. PROS * Superb coverage and choice of companies * Wonderfully simple * User-friendly interface * Very customer-centric and educational * Providing a large overview by partnering with everyone, insurance companies, agencies, brokers, aggregators, and other comparison sites * Customer reviews and ratings are available. CONS * It doesn\’t list quotes * Only connects you to places where you can get them BEST FOR: Education, ease of use, largest selection of insurance companies, deals you cannot find on other comparison sites Parameter Rating Type Comparison Site Online quotes Mostly no Scope Excellent Accuracy Excellent Speed Excellent Ease Excellent ESURANCE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.6/5 Esurance.com is a direct insurance company that is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Allstate, targeted at customers who prefer to buy insurance online or on the phone. PROS * Trusted brand * Great interface, handy online tools, and powerful apps CONS * Only provides suggestions for few other insurers, without providing real-time quotes, its sole purpose is to sell its policies rather than those of other insurers * Only available in 42 states at the moment, but constantly expanding BEST FOR: Time-poor, tech-savvy users Parameter Rating Type Insurance Company Online quotes Yes Scope Fair Accuracy Poor Speed Excellent Ease Excellent THE ZEBRA CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.2/5 Zebra insurance quotes promise insurance in black and white, hence the name! In real life, their user experience is excellent for collecting the information and required coverage details. However, receiving only one actual priced quote was disappointing, with four other options practically ads within their top 5 quotes. After scrolling down to look at other results, five other actual-priced quotes weren\’t cheap at all. When clicking on one of the results, we were transferred to the partner company\’s website with the information pre-filled, yet our real-life quote at the partner website was almost double the zebra car insurance quotes. The average car insurance cost we got through The Zebra was $120 per month. PROS * Simple to use, friendly interface CONS * It doesn\’t always show actual quotes, and when it does, it wasn\’t accurate BEST FOR: User-friendliness Parameter Rating Type Comparison Site / Agency Online quotes Inconsistent Scope Good Accuracy Poor Speed Good Ease Excellent NETQUOTE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 2.6/5 NetQuote.com is one of the longest established lead-generation type comparison sites. Their lead form consists of 5 stages: vehicle, drivers, coverage, incidents, and contact information. Very user-friendly and to the point. After filling up the information, we received online ads. No accurate quotes. They also sell your lead information to their company and agent partners, who then get in touch with you to give you offers based on this information. PROS * It covers other insurance types * Complete one user-friendly form for multiple quotes CONS * Be ready to receive LOTS of calls as such sites sell your lead information to whoever pays for them BEST FOR: Those who want to receive direct calls about car insurance rather than get it done online Parameter Rating Type Lead Generation Online quotes No Scope Fair Accuracy Poor Speed Excellent Ease Excellent CARINSURANCE.COM REVIEW: 2/5 CarInsurance.com is a lead generator owned by QuinStreet Inc, an online digital marketplace pioneer. It doesn\’t provide online quotes, and after you fill in your details, itsimply connects you with minimal 1 to 5 auto insurance options, which you can click on to get your quotes from, but you will have to fill in your details all over again. PROS * Easy to use interface CONS * It doesn\’t provide quotes. It only sells your leads and connects you to third-party partner sites where you will have to re-enter your details all over again. * A very limited number of results (1 to 5) BEST FOR: Drivers in a rush to get coverage who don\’t mind the poor selection and experience Parameter Rating Type Lead Generator Online quotes No Scope Poor Accuracy Poor Speed Excellent Ease Excellent QUOTEWIZARD CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 2/5 QuoteWizard.com claims to compare carrier and agent rates nationally and locally. Lending Tree owns it. Its review is identical to that of Quote.com as it provides the exact experience. PROS * Friendly interface CONS * Matched us with one result without an online quote BEST FOR: Friendly interface for form filling Parameter Rating Type Lead Generation Online quotes No Scope Poor Accuracy Poor Speed Excellent Ease Excellent QUOTE.COM CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 2/5 Quote.com claims to provide insurance quotes from leading carriers. However, a lead generation website collects your information and matches you with its partners in real life. After filling out their online form several times with different information, we only received two matches online of the same two leading carriers with no accurate quotes, claiming that 15 others were “below rate threshold “. Upon clicking through, we were referred to their websites with the entered information pre-filled on their website, so we just had to fill out a bit more required information to get an actual quote. PROS * Intuitive and easy to use the form CONS * Only matched us with two carriers online with no accurate quotes BEST FOR: Form ease of use Parameter Rating Type Lead Generation Online quotes No Scope Poor Accuracy Poor Speed Excellent Ease Excellent INSURE.COM REVIEW: 0.8/5 Similar to CarInsurance.com, Insure.com is another comparison site owned by leading online digital company QuinStreet Inc. PROS * User-friendly interface CONS * Much like its sister company, CarInsurance.com, Insure.com doesn\’t provide rates but gives back car insurance ads after filling in their detailed form, which is then sold as a lead to their partners, which will contact you BEST FOR: Same as Everquote. Parameter Rating Type Lead Generation Online quotes No Scope Poor Accuracy Poor Speed Poor Ease Good EVERQUOTE AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES: 0.6/5 EverQuote.com is one of the biggest lead generators in the insurance space. PROS * Unavailable CONS * It doesn\’t provide any quotes or added value, just car insurance ads, even very few ad options * Long and exhausting form filling that doesn\’t end up with any quotes, only with ads, they then sell your information as a lead to anyone that buys it from them, beware BEST FOR: Drivers who want their lead information sold to auto insurance carriers and agents through EverQuote. Parameter Rating Type Lead Generation Online quotes No Scope Poor Accuracy Poor Speed Poor Ease Fair AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES VIA AGENTS AND BROKERS: 3.9/5 One of the greatest disadvantages of the Internet is that it\’s made us forget the value, pleasure, and security of doing business face to face. You can use your computer to get cheap car insurance quotes online or make a call on your phone. But, sometimes, nothing beats the experience of a good old-fashioned personal business relationship. Using a broker or an agency to get free car insurance quotes sometimes offers many advantages over buying car insurance online. Yes, the process usually takes a little longer, particularly initially, but over time, you may find that using a broker or agent will save you time. Before going any further, it\’s essential to explain the difference between an insurance broker and an insurance agent. A broker is fully independent and can recommend solutions from any insurance company that allows brokers to sell their policies. In that respect, the broker is working for you, the buyer. They make their money through commissions or fees on the products they sell. An agent, on the other hand, is an extension of the insurer. A captive agent typically represents one or two companies, whereas an independent agent works on behalf of multiple insurers. Some captive agents are salaried, but for the most part, agents also make their money through commissions or fees on the products they sell. By the way, both brokers and agents should provide you with details of their commission structures on any products they sell. But regardless of commissions and fees, both brokers and agencies are insurance experts. It\’s their business to know about all the policy options, latest offers, and new product developments. They know the auto insurance market inside out, and you can benefit directly from their experience. They\’ll take the time to talk to you so they fully understand your exact needs and can then recommend affordable auto insurance that suits you down to the ground. There\’s more. The advice they offer is impartial, and because of their wide knowledge and experience, they\’ll often recommend companies or deals that you didn\’t even know existed. Brokers and agents also offer proactive advice and are on hand to provide expert assistance in the event of a claim. If you\’re a people person who wants a quality auto quote, an agent or broker is the way to go. Having listed all the advantages of using an agent or broker, are there any downsides? The answer is a coded yes. The most obvious drawback is that using a broker typically takes up more of your time. By going online, on the other hand, you can compare cheap auto insurance quotes online at the click of a mouse. Using an agent or broker is a more drawn-out process, although that\’s not necessarily a problem for many people. But there\’s also another potential issue. When choosing an agent or broker, you want to make sure that you get a good one! As with any line of work, there are highly professional insurance brokers and agents out there, but some are not so good. You can make your judgments, but in our experience, the best idea is to ask people you know for a personal recommendation. PROS * You can benefit directly from their expertise and market knowledge * Choice of coverage from many different companies * The personal touch CONS * It takes time, plus the risk of choosing a dud broker or agent Parameter Rating Time 1 Online 2 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 5 Speed 3 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 5 Ease 3 DIRECT CAR INSURANCE QUOTES VIA INSURERS: 3.7/5 When looking for free auto insurance quotes, one of the best ideas is to contact insurance providers directly. Although you could use one of the price comparison sites to look for cheap car insurance online, there are some disadvantages. Firstly, some insurers don\’t feature on such sites, and secondly, specific deals are only available if you go direct. Of course, the biggest downside to contacting companies directly is that it takes a lot of time and effort on your part. The attraction of finding a great deal by going direct rather loses its appeal when you have to repeat all your details for the 15th time! That said, you can be smart and short circuit the process. How so? By asking your friends, family, and colleagues who they use for their auto insurance. Their advice will be based on real-life experience and is guaranteed to be impartial. Armed with their recommendations, it\’s much easier to draw up a more focused target list of companies to contact. PROS * Often, you can get the best deals by going direct * You\’re not paying commission to a broker or online site * Greater choice and flexibility on policy options CONS * It takes a lot of effort on your part to contact every single company Parameter Rating Time 1 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 3 Rates 5 Coverage 3 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 5 Ease 1 DIRECT CAR INSURANCE COMPANIES COMPARISON We\’ve selected some of the best car insurance companies and providers in America and compared them on our range of metrics. Here\’s our review of getting direct car insurance quotes from the best, cheap auto insurance companies. Direct Car Insurance Quotes Comparison: Companies & Rates Table Company Insuranks Score Average Monthly Quote Best For NEXT 5/5 $62.5 Commercial auto insurance for independent professionals Hiscox 4.9/5 $64 Commercial auto insurance with worldwide coverage Progressive 4.8/5 $63 Coverage standards and high risk drivers USAA 4.75/5 $35 Military people and their families GEICO 4.5/5 $50 Cheap car insurance rates State Farm 4.5/5 $52 Peace of mind Amica 4.5/5 $100 Customer satisfaction Travelers 4.5/5 $100 Tailored car insurance policies at affordable rates MetLife 4.4/5 $130 New car owners Nationwide 4.3/5 $120 Poor credit Allstate 4.3/5 $110 Customer service & coverage options Erie 4.1/5 $87 New drivers Root 3/5 $65 Low rates; Millennials looking to get rewarded for improving as drivers Mercury 3.9/5 $70 Basic coverage rates ClearCover 3.8/5 $55 Technology-centric car insurance Farmers 3.7/5 $125 Teenagers and young drivers Freeway 3.7/5 $100 High-risk drivers, Spanish speakers & SR22 Costco Ameriprise 3.7/5 $86 Discounts Safe Auto 3.5/5 $110 High-risk drivers NEXT AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES NEXT only sells commercial auto insurance. This company provides fast online quotes within minutes. Also, discounts apply if you choose to buy other business insurance policies from this company. Average car insurance cost per month : $62.5 PROS * Responsive agents * Fast quotes * Policy cancellation with no charges CONS * Has a lot of customer complaints in BBB BEST FOR:Commercial auto insurance for independent professionals Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 3 Choice 4 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 5 Ease 5 HISCOX AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.9/5 Hiscox is another insurance company that only offers commercial auto insurance. This company provides worldwide coverage for commercial vehicles. Average car insurance cost per month: $64 PROS * Worldwide coverage * Accurate quotes * No hidden charges CONS * Poor third party reviews BEST FOR: Commercial auto insurance with worldwide coverage Parameter Rating Time 4 Online 3 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 4 Coverage 3 Choice 4 Speed 3 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 5 Ease 5 PROGRESSIVE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.8/5 Progressive is the 3rd largest car insurance provider in America. To get your Progressive auto insurance quote, visit Progressive. Average car insurance cost per month : $63 PROS * Excellent coverage as standard * Unbelievable choice of options * Brilliant range of online resources, including the quote tool CONS * Not the best for high-risk drivers BEST FOR: Setting fantastic standards for any coverage. Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 5 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 3 Ease 5 Read more: How much is Progressive car insurance cost. USAA CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.75/5 USAA is the leading provider of insurance to military members, veterans, and their families, known for its excellent rates and reliability. To apply for your USAA auto insurance quote, visit USAA. Average car insurance cost per month: $35 PROS * Great deals for military personnel and their families * Excellent reputation for customer service * Useful additional benefits * Among the cheapest car insurance quotes CONS * Not open to non-military customers BEST FOR: Military members, veterans, and their families. Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 3 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 4 Ease 5 Read more: How much is USAA car insurance cost AAA AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES: 4/5 AAA (American Automobile Assurance) doesn\’t provide insurance but offers some great auto insurance policies via its partners. To read reviews and apply for AAA auto insurance quotes, visit AAA Insurance. Average car insurance cost per month : $100 PROS * Great personal service * Some useful additional benefits * Very competitive rates for AAA members CONS * Insurance is provided via a third party Parameter Rating Time 3 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 3 Choice 3 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 3 Ease 3 GEICO CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.5/5 GEICO is the 2nd largest provider of auto insurance in America. To apply for your GEICO auto insurance quote, visit GEICO. Average car insurance cost per month: $50 PROS * Trusted brand * Excellent customer service * User-friendly website and app * Great rates CONS * Only available direct BEST FOR: Cheap car insurance rates Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 3 Ease 5 Read more: How much is GEICO car insurance cost TRAVELERS CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.5/5 Travelers is a long-established, top 10 company in car insurance. To get your Travelers auto insurance quote, visit Travelers. Average car insurance cost per month : $100 PROS * Excellent multi-policy discounts * Easy to tailor your policy * Trusted brand CONS * Certain features not available in some states BEST FOR: Drivers who require an affordable car insurance policy that\’s tailored to their specific needs from a trusted company. Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 5 Ease 5 AMICA AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.5/5 Amica is America\’s longest-established mutual insurer of automobiles. To apply for your Amica auto insurance quote, visit Amica. Average car insurance cost per month: $100 PROS * Fantastic customer service * Excellent choice of auto insurance policies and coverage options * Still a mutual CONS * Not available in all states Parameter Rating Time 3 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 5 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 5 Ease 4 STATE FARM CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.5/5 State Farm is the number one provider of car insurance in America. To get your State Farm auto insurance quote, visit State Farm. Average car insurance cost per month: $52 PROS * Top brand * Personalized service * Great coverage * Cheap rates * Mutual CONS * Not enough choice of coverages * Not the ideal company for high-risk drivers BEST FOR: Drivers who want to be on the safe side and seek the peace of mind that there is a reliable company behind them, that they are well covered and get good service Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 3 Ease 5 Read more: How much is State Farm car insurance cost METLIFE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.4/5 MetLife has been providing insurance services to customers since 1863. To apply for your MetLife auto insurance quote, visit MetLife Insurance. Average car insurance cost per month : $130 PROS * Reasonable rates via workplace affiliations * Great range of policies and options * Trusted brand CONS * Customer service can be patchy at times BEST FOR: New auto owners. Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 3 Coverage 5 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 3 Ease 5 NATIONWIDE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.3/5 Nationwide is one of the top 10 car insurance companies in America. To apply for your Nationwide auto insurance quote, visit Nationwide. Average car insurance cost per month: $120 PROS * The online quote tool is really good * Some nice add-ons, perks, and additional resources * Easy to do business with CONS * Some policies lack flexibility BEST FOR: Drivers with poor credit. Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 2 Coverage 3 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 5 Ease 5 ALLSTATE AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES: 4.3/5 Allstate is one of the top 4 auto insurance companies in America. To apply for your Allstate auto insurance quote, visit Allstate. Average car insurance cost per month: $110 PROS * Super local service via agents * Great range of auto insurance policies * It covers all your insurance needs CONS * Quality comes at a price BEST FOR: Customer service & coverage options Parameter Rating Time 3 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 2 Speed 5 Savings 3 All States 5 High Risk 3 Ease 5 Read more: How much does Allstate car insurance cost? MERCURY CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.9/5 Mercury is one of the best providers of low-cost car insurance. To apply for your Mercury auto insurance quote, visit Mercury. Average car insurance cost per month: $70 PROS * Affordable rates * Good for military families * Wide range of discounts CONS * Coverage is fairly basic compared to some competitors * Only available in a limited number of states BEST FOR: Low-maintenance drivers who seek cheap car insurance rates on very basic coverage. Parameter Rating Time 4 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 5 Coverage 3 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 1 High Risk 3 Ease 5 CLEARCOVER CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.8/5 ClearCover is one of the newer players on the market and has a great technology focus. To apply for your ClearCover auto insurance quote, visit ClearCover. Average car insurance cost per month : $55 PROS * Great for techies! * Competitive car insurance rates * Innovative approach CONS * Not available in all states BEST FOR: Technology-centric car insurance Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 1 Rates 5 Coverage 3 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 3 Ease 5 AMERICAN FAMILY/COSTCO AMERIPRISE CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.7/5 American Family Insurance provides Costco Ameriprise for Costco members. To apply for a Costco Ameriprise auto insurance quote, visit Costco. Average car insurance cost per month: $86 PROS * Excellent rates and savings * Standard coverage is generous * Additional benefits for members CONS * Online experience on both website and app could be better BEST FOR: Discounts Parameter Rating Time 3 Online 3 Phone 5 Face to face 1 Rates 5 Coverage 5 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 3 Ease 3 FARMERS CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.7/5 Farmers is one of the top ten providers of car insurance in America. To apply for your Farmers auto insurance quote, visit Farmers. Average car insurance cost per month : $125 PROS * Wide range of customizable products * Excellent local presence * Good one-stop-shop CONS * The quality of customer service can depend on how good your agent is BEST FOR: Teenagers and young drivers Parameter Rating Time 3 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 3 Coverage 5 Choice 1 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 5 High Risk 3 Ease 4 FREEWAY CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.7/5 Freeway Insurance is America\’s largest privately-owned insurance distribution company. To apply for your Freeway Insurance auto insurance quote, visit Freeway Insurance. Average car insurance cost per month: $100 PROS * Wonderfully easy-to-use website * Low rates * Good for high-risk drivers CONS * Charge a fee for their services, plus the coverage is via a third party BEST FOR: High-risk drivers, Spanish speakers, and SR22 Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 3 Rates 5 Coverage 3 Choice 5 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 5 Ease 5 LIBERTY MUTUAL CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.5/5 Liberty Mutual is one of the biggest and longest-established auto insurance companies. To apply for your Liberty Mutual auto insurance quote, visit Liberty Mutual. Average car insurance cost per month: $150 PROS * Outstanding online experience via website and apps * Will consider high-risk drivers CONS * Not the best rates we found * Only available direct * Denies too many claims * Customers complain about bad customer service BEST FOR: Teen drivers Parameter Rating Time 5 Online 5 Phone 5 Face to face 5 Rates 1 Coverage 3 Choice 1 Speed 3 Savings 1 All States 5 High Risk 4 Ease 5 SAFE AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES: 3.5/5 SafeAuto specializes in providing car insurance to customers who may not source it elsewhere, such as high-risk drivers. To get a Safe Auto car insurance quote, visit Safe Auto. Average car insurance cost per month: $110 PROS * Flexible coverage is available * Good for high-risk drivers CONS * Customer service is not always the best BEST FOR: High-risk drivers Parameter Rating Time 4 Online 3 Phone 3 Face to face 3 Rates 3 Coverage 4 Choice 2 Speed 5 Savings 5 All States 3 High Risk 5 Ease 3 ROOT CAR INSURANCE QUOTES: 3/5 Root is a new and innovative player in the car insurance market that bases its rates on driver behavior and rewards good drivers through an AI-based app that tracks your driving. To download the app and apply for your Root auto insurance quote, visit Root Car Insurance. Average car insurance cost per month: $65 PROS * Low rates * Rewards safe drivers * Some excellent benefits included roadside assistance CONS * Quote process is slow and requires a test drive for several weeks where the Root app\’s AI measures your driving habits initially * Doesn\’t accept bad or high-risk drivers to maintain a high quality * Not available in all states BEST FOR: Cheap car insurance rates and millennial drivers looking to become better drivers and get rewarded for it with even better rates! Parameter Rating Time 1 Online 5 Phone 3 Face to face 1 Rates 5 Coverage 3 Choice 3 Speed 3 Savings 5 All States 1 High Risk 1 Ease 5 Check out our review of the best and cheapest car insurance companies of 2022 CAR INSURANCE QUOTES COMPARISON GUIDE: WRAPPING IT UP Whether you buy your car insurance directly, online, or broker, each approach has advantages and disadvantages. Which route works best for you depends on your specific needs, technical skills, time constraints, and whether you value service and personal touch over cheap car insurance rates and discounts. We hope the insights here help you make the best choice for yourself regarding comparing auto insurance quotes to get you on the road fast, protect you well and fit your budget. You are, of course, invited to use our car insurance quotes comparison tool. Car Insurance Quotes Comparison Method Insuranks Score Comparison Sites 4.2/5 Agents & Brokers 3.9/5 Direct 3.7/5 Get all the best quotes from leading providers in a click of a button! Get Quotes -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE PERKS OF COMPARING AUTO INSURANCE QUOTES Comparing auto insurance quotes will give you a more comprehensive view of your options. Well, a wide variety of choices will easily overwhelm you at first. Your decision-making may get clouded, but you have to decide on an insurance product and company that fits you. Some insurance companies would bombard you with attractive options, even discounts or freebies. However, you must dismiss that “halo effect” and decide what car insurance coverage matches your actual needs, budget and profile. Rates would also differ because it depends mainly on certain factors such as credit history, age, gender, car type and value, driving record, location or ZIP code, number of miles per year, state, and a whole lot of other factors. With that in mind, it would be impossible to compare the quotes of a 20-year-old male from Hawaii with the auto insurance prices a 60-year-old female driver from Michigan would receive. Many variables would be counted in to determine the auto insurance rates for a specific client or individual. When comparing rates, after making sure you have all your needs covered, check the company\’s average score, as well as car insurance promos or discounts that you may qualify for. Once you have shortlisted some of the best car insurance companies with the right auto insurance coverage, products, rates, and ratings, you should do a background check and read some reviews and ratings that other customers have left on their company page. This will help you gain a more refined or realistic perspective of what the company can offer and treat its clients and policyholders. While the advertising mumbo jumbo can reel you into a company\’s offers, feedback from real users would give you a fresh and real-time perspective on the credibility, performance, service, coverage, and trustworthiness of an auto insurance company. When shopping for car insurance, you are most likely to choose a titan in the industry or a reputable, large, well-known auto insurer. Well, this makes sense. After all, you would want to invest in a company that has earned its stripes in the industry. A company\’s staying power has a lot to say about its resilience, financial strength, and relevance in the market. It is assumed that large-scale auto insurance companies are sometimes more resilient and more likely to afford to pay your claims. But this is not always true, and this is why you should check a company\’s online reputation and reviews by their customers ahead of choosing it. On the other hand, some perks follow through by signing up with a smaller car insurance company. These startups can offer a fresh, modern, digital, and customized service to their clients because the young blood in the industry tends to bring innovation and personalization first in their roster of services, along with other things. CAR INSURANCE QUOTES COMPARISON TIPS * Dig up more information on this website about car insurance companies and understand their online reputation. Read customer reviews, ratings, and testimonials online and observe how their customers have experienced them. This reveals a lot about the company\’s overall experience and reliability. * Check on your state\’s insurance department to determine the car insurance type mandated by law. In general, most states would require liability insurance and minimum coverage for property damage and bodily injury. * Ask for recommendations and referrals from family and friends regarding auto insurance companies and agents. Word-of-mouth remains a powerful determining factor when deciding on what car insurance company to trust. * Get maximum auto insurance quotes from as many different companies as possible: Request product brochures and quotes from different insurance companies through this website or a local agent/agency and then compare them one by one. You want all of the options on your table before making such an important decision. What\’s the rate? What does it cover? How reputed is the company? Pay more attention to the little details such as payment options, deductibles, exclusions, discounts, and hidden fees. * Make a shortlist of your preferred car insurance providers, quotes, and offers and then verify their legitimacy and licensure with your state\’s insurance department. * Take note of some questions you might have about the car insurance coverage and other details. Ask car insurance company representatives and/or agents if your credit history would affect rates in different companies, if the coverage would cover rental cars when traveling, or if speeding ticket/driving history would affect the premium. * Prioritize paying your premiums on time. Non-payment of premiums could result in a lapse in your vehicle insurance coverage. There are auto insurance carriers who would offer direct withdrawal from your checking account to prevent lost coverage. HOW TO GET THE CHEAPEST CAR INSURANCE QUOTES? Some factors that are out of your control determine your car insurance quotes, like your gender and age. However, you have total control of a couple of factors, like your credit score, driving record, mileage, type or brand of car, and the amount of car insurance coverage. Basically, your car insurance cost would depend on the risk factors auto insurance providers take into account. So, they would want to weigh in on the probability that you\’ll be filing claims on your car insurance. To get the cheapest car insurance quotes, you must research and compare quotes from different car insurance companies. At the beginning of this guide, we provided a list of inexpensive car insurance companies with an average car insurance cost of $100 per month or less and their rating. This list should help you look into the car insurance providers that combine that good match of affordability with excellent customer service. You also have to check on your credit report and driving record to ensure it\’s clean and in good standing. A car insurance company would assess your likelihood of getting into an accident and filing claims. So, if you have citations for DUI, incurred accidents, or other driving violations, you will be considered a high-risk client and would have higher insurance rates than someone who has a clean driving record and high credit score. If you\’re a safe driver, several car insurance companies would give you discounts for that, plus also get lower rates over time. An app is used to monitor and assess your driving behavior, which will be the basis for discounts. Also, if you happen to have a costly car repair and mechanical breakdown car, then your car insurance rates would also increase. However, with older cars, your car insurance company could give you discounts or a reduction in prices. Choosing the lowest amount of auto insurance coverage also helps you save on your car insurance fees. You may also opt to choose a higher deductible, which translates to less risk for your auto insurance company and minimal costs for you. Another option to get cheap auto insurance quotes is to take advantage of your company\’s auto insurance discounts. Discounts such as paperless billing, good student discounts, multi-policy discounts, and multi-car discounts will give you more savings on your auto insurance fees. WHAT IS CAR INSURANCE? Car insurance is a contract between you and an auto insurance company. In exchange for a premium, the company covers the potential cost of possible damages and financial loss resulting from driving and vehicle ownership. We\’ve all been there; accidentally bumping into a car while trying to back into a parking spot, stopping short, and getting rear-ended – the list of car accident possibilities is seemingly endless. But one thing is for sure, getting the damage fixed can be incredibly costly if you are not covered! But that\’s where auto insurance comes into play. There are many different types of auto policies ( such as bodily injury and property damage, the two main facets that auto insurance policies cover). Some typical cover accidents. Others consider vehicle theft, weather risks, bumping into animals, and depreciating car values. If you\’re reading this right now, then the chances are that you\’ve been wondering how to choose car insurance, or you\’re wondering exactly what does car insurance covers. Here, we\’ll give you a quick crash course in car insurance. Below, we\’ll discuss the following: * What does car insurance cover? * The difference between basic liability and full coverage insurance. WHAT DOES CAR INSURANCE COVER? The law requires all drivers to maintain an auto insurance policy while driving a vehicle on public roadways. While this may seem a bit unfair, you also have to consider that we\’re living in America where two truths are evident: * Medical and hospital costs are incredibly high. * Cars and automobiles are costly. Without insurance, a small two-driver car crash with no fatalities can easily cost the two drivers upwards of $15,000 or more after paying for medical bills and vehicle repairs! The average cost for an ambulance ride alone can be upwards of $300 per mile. Repairing the front end on a car can easily cost $2,000 to $3,000, not including anything else that may have been damaged. Car insurance ensures that drivers only have to pay a small amount out of pocket in the event of an accident. This is known as your deductible. For example, if you have a $1,000 deductible and sustain $8,000 worth of damages to your car, then you\’ll pay $1,000, and your insurer will pay the remaining $7,000 (if you\’re at fault, that is). Car insurance also ensures that the other driver is covered as well. For example, if you\’re found at fault and crash into somebody else, your insurance will pay for their medical bills so that you don\’t have to face a lawsuit and pay for their medical bills out of pocket. We suggest you take a minute to think about your risk as a driver to the car insurance company. * Are you a new driver? * Living in a place with lots of potholes? * Driving an old car? * Or maybe just a bad driver? All of this impacts your auto premiums. This shouldn\’t deter you, however. The cost of a car accident is still much higher! Car accidents cost the United States about $231 billion every year. Yes, you read that right. And accidents usually cost in the thousands. That\’s why being covered is so important and mandatory in most states. Your policy will have liability coverage limits. In auto insurance, this limit is usually broken down into three components: * The maximum amount of money the insurance company will spend on your injuries * The maximum amount of money the insurance company will spend on people you injure * The maximum amount of money the insurance company will spend on property damage Be sure to know what the liability limits are on your auto insurance plan. While there are different levels of auto insurance, they are typically broken down into: * Basic liability coverage * Full coverage What does car insurance covers will depend if you bought it as a basic liability coverage or full coverage. Let’s discuss how these two work. BASIC AUTO LIABILITY POLICY The purpose of a basic liability policy is to cover expenses if ever you caused a vehicular accident and are responsible for the losses or damages sustained by third parties. When owning a car, it’s a requirement to be covered for the state-mandated insurance minimums. Each state has laws that regulate how much coverage each driver must be insured for, which you can view here. You\’ll generally pay more for coverage in states that have a high percentage of automotive accidents and less in states with a lower percentage of accidents. Basic liability insurance typically doesn\’t cover your personal costs. It only helps you pay for the losses of damages of third parties. By the way, a basic auto liability insurance policy for your car can be categorized as bodily injury liability coverage or property damage liability coverage. BODILY INJURY LIABILITY COVERAGE Pays for the other driver\’s medical bills and compensation (if you\’re at fault). PROPERTY DAMAGE LIABILITY COVERAGE Pays to repair the other driver\’s vehicle (if you\’re at fault). FULL COVERAGE POLICY Full coverage policies don’t only cover your liability for vehicular accidents. It offers a plethora of coverages for your vehicle such as: * Personal injury protection * Medical payments coverage * Liability coverage * Physical damage coverage * Gap insurance * Rental coverage * Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage While these are usually double or triple the cost of a basic liability policy, full coverage policies are worth it because they’re designed to be an all-inclusive protection that covers almost everything that could happen to your vehicle. Below is a quick explanation of the different full coverage auto insurance types and coverage options PERSONAL INJURY PROTECTION There are currently twelve “no-fault states” where drivers must pay for their medical bills. In these states, drivers must have personal injury protection (PIP) coverage added to their basic liability policy to cover the costs of any injuries sustained in an accident. MEDICAL PAYMENTS COVERAGE If you\’re in a non “no-fault” state, then medical payments coverage is what you need to get instead of personal injury protection. Medical payments coverage works the same way as personal injury protection but has a more limited scope. LIABILITY COVERAGE Full coverage includes all of the basic liability coverages listed above that cover the other driver\’s vehicle and medical bills. PHYSICAL DAMAGE COVERAGE Physical damage coverage covers expenses if your car gets damaged. This can be categorized as collision and comprehensive coverage: * Collision physical damage coverage covers expenses if your vehicle incurred damage after colliding with another vehicle or an object. Read more about collision insurance coverage. * Comprehensive physical damage coverage covers expenses if the damage to the vehicle is due to non-collision accidents such as theft, windstorm, vandalism, hail, fire, and other covered perils UNINSURED/UNDERINSURED DRIVER COVERAGE It covers your repairs and medical bills if you\’re hit by somebody who doesn\’t have insurance or who doesn\’t have enough insurance to cover your costs. Read more about uninsured/underinsured driver clause coverage. GAP INSURANCE If you financed your vehicle and it\’s declared a” total loss” by the insurance company, GAP insurance pays off the remainder of your auto loan. RENTAL COVERAGE It covers the cost of renting a vehicle if your car is getting repaired or declared a total loss. DO I NEED CAR INSURANCE? Yes, you do. A valid car insurance policy is required by law. The only state where car insurance is not required by law is New Hampshire. Still, you must be able to prove that you can afford to cover the damages in case an at-fault accident occurs, which can cost thousands upon thousands of dollars, to meet New Hampshire motor vehicle financial responsibility requirements IS IT SAFE TO BUY CAR INSURANCE ONLINE? Generally yes, you can safely buy car insurance online and it is recommended by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners in order to get lower rates through good car insurance quotes comparison. However, as you are sharing important information when buying car insurance online such as your social security number, which insurers need to check your driving record, it is recommended to follow these safety tips to reassure your online safety when buying car insurance: * Make sure you buy on a secure website with a high level of encryption * Make sure you are using a browser with a high level of encryption – normally the latest versions of Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Explorer will do * Carefully check their reviews * Avoid spam sites * Use a credit card or a secondary debit card since it offers identity theft protection – just make sure that there are no fraudulent charges on the card * Check the insurance company\’s security and privacy pages WHAT\’S NEXT? * Make a list of your needs. What are you looking for? What is not important to you? Which of the auto insurance plan types best suits your needs? * Determine your risk based on the factors we discussed. * Compare a maximum number of quotes, companies, and plans, to ensure that you have all of the options on your table and that you only find the best, most affordable, and reliable car insurance near you that is the most suitable for you and your needs. * Don\’t hesitate to reread this page and go through other car insurance-related resources that are linked below. Education is key when it comes to auto insurance! To sum up, driving and vehicle ownership can be fun and exciting. For many, a vehicle can reduce the time spent commuting to work or allow individuals to travel more flexibly around a town, city, state, and even a country. Vehicle ownership is liberating – let\’s keep it this way by driving safely, avoiding car accidents, and having the best coverage for unexpected financial expenses. And now that you\’re well aware of the bigger picture, it\’s time for you to purchase the best car insurance online by comparing quotes! References * Average car insurance cost * GAP insurance * The cheapest car to insure * Even more insurance resources * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_injury_protection * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_insurance_in_the_United_States#Collision * https://www.iii.org/article/what-gap-insurance * https://www.iii.org/article/what-covered-basic-auto-insurance-policy * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uninsured_motorist_clause * https://www.iii.org/article/what-auto-insurance * http: //www.rmiia.org/auto/steering_through_your_auto_policy/Auto_Insurance_Basics.asp * https://content.naic.org/consumer/auto-insurance.htm * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Total_loss * https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2020/09/11/ambulance-bills-drive-up-cost-patients-experts-push-protection/3458035001/ * https://www.iii.org/article/background-on-no-fault-auto-insurance#: ~: text=Twelve%20states%20and%20Puerto%20Rico,choice%22%20no%2Dfault%20law SAFE DRIVING RESOURCES * https://www.nsc.org/road-safety/tools-resources/safe-driving-toolkit * https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety * https://www.codot.gov/programs/cone-zone/safe-driving-tips.html * https://www.safercar.gov * https://youth.gov/youth-topics/ways-promote-safe-driving-youth * https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001930.htm * https://www.osha.gov/Publications/Safe_Driving_Practices.pdf * https://www.beesafedriving.org * https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/safe-driving-5-ways-kids-can-help * https://www.drivesafeonline.org * https://www.lhsfna.org/index.cfm/lifelines/may-2016/protect-your-workers-promote-safe-driving/ * https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/safety/Pages/Behind-the-Wheel-Helping-Teens-Become-Safe-Drivers.aspx * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_traffic_safety * https://www.nwh.org/rehabilitation-services/occupational-therapy/drive-safe-program/drive-safe-program * https://safe2save.org * https://www.enddd.org/simple-steps-we-can-take-for-safer-driving/ * https://putonthebrakes.org * https://www.aarpdriversafety.org * http: //safetycenter.org/teen-safety/teen-safe-driving-campaign/ * https://www.naic.org/documents/consumer_alert_drive_safe.htm * https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/driving-safety.html RECENT REVIEWS Emily Harry Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Allstate Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 Today I called an Allstate agent to cancel my homeowners insurance policy, and that’s after I already cancelled my car insurance with them too. I was welcomed by a rude treatment by the hands of the agent. At some point I even asked the lady why she is being so hostile. Almost like she was taking this personally. I had to cancel after I found another company that had the exact same coverage that Allstate gave me, but for HALF THE PRICE! After my personal experience with this... Read More Emily Harry Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: ANICO American National Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 ANICO has very professional customer service and their agents are always free to reply to all of your requests. The coverage they gave us is extremely competitive which is a major plus as well. Hannah John Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: The General Car Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 I bought an auto insurance policy with the general last week before reading any of the reviews. What a mistake. They took something from me and did not return it yet so I'm going to take legal actions to get it back. The coverage won't include accidents. My experience is horrible. Not recommended. Charley Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Liberty Mutual Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 Do not use Liberty Mutual for your motorcycle insurance!!! I ride a ’96 Goldwing and they had me paying $568 a year.. Terrible rates!!! I tried Geico and their quote Wass for $189.69 - 67% LESS THAN LIBERTY!!!! I called them to cancel my policy and now they want to charge me $126 for canceling early… DO NOT USE LIBERTY MUTUAL FOR MOTORCYCLE INSURANCE!!! Rich Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AIG Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 In 2007, my 2004 Honda Civic, went through a massive flood. I was paid the full coverage amount plus a new car and even some extra cash. Payment was very fast - I warmly recommend them!! Vladislav Karpachev Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: GEICO Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 NEVER GO WITH GEICO!!! They have the worst service ever! I had a 6 months old, 7000 miles new car and one night I hit a deer on the road. GEICO refused to pay for OEM replacement parts and offered a reconditioned, pre-used parts instead! The difference in value was $186.. After making a few phone calls they said it states in my policy that they have the right to do so. I was never told this fact at any point of purchasing the policy with GEICO. I called 2 other companies who told... Read More Merde Moudasanti Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Dairyland Auto Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 I don't know why you waist your money on that company. Before you spend your money . You need to get information from other customers. Worst insurance. Bad service . Involved in an accident Cal them they will not going to help. They just make money with us , look like they you work and bring money for them. And that company is more expensive than others bigs company you know. You don't deserve 1 ???? I give you 0/100 Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Allstate Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 Absolutely excellent! Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: American Family Insurance Average ranking: 6 / 10 Okay experience. Rates are good, customer service is not always good. They didn't pay my claim fully, just some of it. I would generally recommend them, but if you have a better option go with it. Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: American Fidelity Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 Just avoid this company. Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Amica Mutual Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 Amica Mutual Insurance is a great auto insurance choice!! Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: ANICO American National Insurance Average ranking: 8.7 / 10 Thank you ANICO for treating us so well when we most needed you. Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Auto-Owners Insurance Average ranking: 0.8 / 10 Auto owners insurance is affordable and has cheap rates which is a good thing, but anything else is not good about them. Customer service was slow and not professional, claims? they will do anything to deny it. coverage? what coverage? Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Chubb Insurance Average ranking: 9 / 10 Chubb auto insurance worked great for us. Customer service was very professional and supportive despite a stressful situation. Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Chubb Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 Chubb auto insurance was absolutely excellent. All in all, couldn't be happier with them. Professional customer service, straightforward following a car claim. Chubb handled it very well, approved the claim and paid it very fast. It couldn't be a better experience. I'd recommend them to everyone I care about! Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Cigna Life & Health Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 Had Cigna health insurance through my employer for over a year - worst experience ever. Avoid. Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Clearcover Car Insurance Average ranking: 8 / 10 Clearcover car insurance is great. cheap rates for 2 cars and quality coverage. Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Dairyland Auto Insurance Average ranking: 0.5 / 10 Don't waste your time and money. Bad experience for the 2nd year was enough for me. Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Elephant Auto Insurance Average ranking: 8.9 / 10 Elephant auto insurance delivers a great experience. It has great customer service, cheapest rates and excellent value for money! Good choice! Anonymous Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Elephant Auto Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 Had to file an auto claim with Elephant car insurance, the claim experience was very fast and easy. Didn't have to do nothing but file the claim. Was a good call to switch to them from Geico. Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AXA Insurance Average ranking: 0 / 10 Disgraceful customer service. Filed a claim in June and it was only paid out in the last day of October! Didn’t pay out almost nothing for a lost passport and flight tickets+car rental that I had to get. Absolute disgrace! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AIG Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 I have had AIG Private Client Group Auto Insurance for over a year now. I had my BMW insured with them, I have filed 2 claims in the past year and they have been more than helpful in not just the claim part but personally as well by whatever was going on around my personal life adjusted accordingly. They are the most flexible when it comes to car rental, regardless of whatever your case is whether someone else hit you and you are going to file through the other's insurance, I got a rental... Read More Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AIG Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 In 2007, my 2004 Honda Civic, went through a massive flood. I was paid the full coverage amount plus a new car and even some extra cash. Payment was very fast - I warmly recommend them!! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 9.6 / 10 Root delivers car insurance in very affordable rates which is major plus - moving to them from Geico, that took $1300 for a 6-month full coverage auto insurance for both our vehicles. We have a clean driving record and haven’t filed claims in 15 years yet our previous company continuously increased our premium rate. with Root we are paying 50% less for our car insurance and it is based on our excellent driving score. Great choice so far! Also, when I needed them to send paperwork to my... Read More Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AAA Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 My experience with Triple A was excellent. Claim filing and processing is very smooth and customer service is great. The claim was settled very fast and I could easily buy a new vehicle several weeks later. Another advantage of AAA is their effort to to match premiums rates, plans and discounts with your budget! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AAA Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 AAA insurance is more affordable than their competitors. I had auto insurance with Liberty Mutual for 11 years and they raised they premium every year without any claims filed on my end. Prior to that I had Allstate auto insurance for more than 31 years. AAA's Auto Insurance customer service is simply incredible. Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AAA Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 It was a nice surprise to realize that AAA now provides auto insurance on top of road assistance. Their car insurance rates are much cheaper than the competition. Was also given road service and auto insurance bundle discount. Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AAA Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 I was involved in a car accident in Pittsburgh, PA, after someone ran over me and made me run in to a bridge post and caused harm to my car. AAA's customer service went above and beyond for me! I am forever grateful to be an AAA customer and member. Cannot recommend them enough! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: AAA Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 Before using AAA I was working with State Farm and Progressive thanks to similar policies. The quote I received from them was annual, much cheaper and haven't changed. Now, using AAA with the exact same car, no accidents, claims or traffic violations. Receiving member discounts and very happy about it! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 5.3 / 10 5 renewals, 5 price increases. They said the reason was having bad drivers in my location, which is kind of the opposite of how they sell themselves! Not recommending. Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 6.6 / 10 Was dropped by Root after a very simple claim. You'll have to pay hundreds additionally to maintain your coverage. Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 5.5 / 10 I have a clean driving record, excellent credit score, 4 vehicles worths over 200k in total and eventually I was rejected for coverage. Bad experience. Never had any violations, got 4 vehicles and a net worth of over 2M, yet they don't cover me! Take your business somewhere else.... Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 6.9 / 10 Root could have got a 10. A driving-based car insurance rather than auto insurance that is based on credit score and other irrelevant factors is an excellent idea. As per their system, I had a great score. After that I matched the policy settings to my current policy with State Farm. Their rates were over $35/month more than State Farm's! A couple of days later I started getting ads for other insurance companies. I am pretty sure that I didn't ask for that from anyone, nor did I give away... Read More Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 Root insurance is awesome in every way! Was given the best auto insurance rates I could find! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 EXCELLENT PRICES!!! Root is a brilliant car insurance company, loved their dedicated customer service as well as their high attention to details. Most companies only care about the money, I felt like Root care about me first! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 10 / 10 Root insurance is great!! I saved over $75 monthly! And the good news is that the price I am paying will get even further reduction after my test drive! Happy customer! Insuranker Policy Type: Auto Insurance Company name: Root Car Insurance Average ranking: 9.9 / 10 Prices are GREAT and the app is very user friendly. 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