Car insurance tips & resources
From filing a claim to insuring your new car, the articles below have your auto insurance and car buying questions covered.
Car insurance basics
These articles explain how different auto coverages work and define common insurance terms and concepts.
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Auto insurance 101
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How auto deductibles work
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Car insurance requirements by state
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What is auto liability insurance?
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Insurance terms & definitions
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How to get car insurance for the first time
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What is an SR-22?
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What is an FR-44?
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How does rideshare insurance work?
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What is a car insurance premium?
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Do I need multi-state car insurance?
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How car insurance works internationally
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What is proof of insurance?
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How auto insurance works with rental cars
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What you need to insure a leased car
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Common car insurance myths
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What is an auto insurance score?
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What is an excluded driver?
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Car warranties vs. car insurance
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What is a motor vehicle record (MVR)?
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What is a VIN?
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Temporary car insurance: What is it and can I buy it?
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How uninsured motorist coverage works
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How personal injury protection works
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Replacement cost vs. actual cash value
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Classic car insurance 101
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What is gap insurance?
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How collision insurance coverage works
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What is full coverage car insurance?
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How medical payments coverage works
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Do you need non-owner car insurance?
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How rental car collision insurance works
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What is a third-party claim?
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What is car insurance fraud?
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Where can I buy gap coverage?
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What is rental car reimbursement coverage?
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Uninsured vs. underinsured motorist coverage
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What happens if my car was stolen and recovered?
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What is pleasure vs. commute car insurance?
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What is a clean driving record?
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Why is car insurance required?
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What is a car insurance surcharge?
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Do I need special car insurance to visit Canada?
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Can I stay on my parents' car insurance?
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How long does an insurance company have to complete a claim?
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How much personal injury protection do you need?
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Can you get insurance on a salvage title car?
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What is auto collision insurance?
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Comprehensive vs. collision coverage
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Can I get car insurance without a license?
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Do I need uninsured motorist property damage coverage?
Managing an auto policy
Learn how to read an insurance declarations page, add a vehicle or driver to your car insurance, and more tips on making changes to an auto policy.
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How to read your insurance declarations page
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How much car insurance do you need?
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When to drop comprehensive and collision coverage
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How to switch car insurance
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How to renew your car insurance
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How to add a car to your insurance policy
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How to add a driver to your insurance policy
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How do I know if I have gap insurance?
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Can I temporarily suspend my car insurance?
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Can you add a friend to your car insurance?
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Can I add a second car to my insurance policy?
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How does multi-car insurance work?
What does car insurance cover?
Have a specific coverage question about auto insurance? These articles might have the specific answer you need.
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Does car insurance cover my spouse?
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Does insurance cover hitting a deer?
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Does car insurance cover theft?
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How insurance works with new cars
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Do you need insurance to ship a car?
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Insurance when buying a used car
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Can I add my significant other to my car insurance?
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How DUIs impact your car insurance
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How car insurance works with a suspended license
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Auto insurance for seniors
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How car insurance and telematics work
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What happens if you drive without insurance?
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What to know about insuring a sports car
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How moving can affect your car insurance
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How an insurance lapse affects your auto insurance
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Sharing car insurance with a roommate
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How mileage impacts your insurance
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Car insurance for college students
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Car insurance for teen drivers
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Am I covered if a tree falls on my car?
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Does car insurance cover windshield and glass damage?
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Is pothole damage covered by car insurance?
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Does car insurance cover tire damage?
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Does car insurance cover vandalism?
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Do you need insurance for a car in storage?
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Do you need auto insurance with a learner's permit?
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Does car insurance cover scratches and dents?
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Can I test drive a car without insurance?
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Will car insurance cover modifications?
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Does auto insurance cover rodent damage?
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Does car insurance cover towing?
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Can you get a refund on car insurance?
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Does car insurance cover water damage?
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Can you get a car out of impound without insurance?
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Does car insurance cover aftermarket parts?
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Am I covered for a stolen catalytic converter?
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Am I covered for damage caused by snow or ice?
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Does car insurance cover salt damage?
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Does auto insurance cover hydroplane accidents?
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Does car insurance cover hitting a dog?
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Does car insurance cover hitting a pole?
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Does car insurance cover hitting a curb?
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Does car insurance cover hitting a guardrail?
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Does car insurance cover bumper damage?
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Does car insurance cover lightning damage?
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Does car insurance cover single vehicle accidents?
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Does car insurance cover a stolen battery?
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Does car insurance cover lost or stolen keys?
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Does car insurance cover engine repairs?
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Does car insurance cover tornado or wind damage?
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Does car insurance cover transmission failure?
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What happens if you crash into a tree?
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Am I covered by insurance if I rent out my car?
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Does car insurance cover a car seat replacement?
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Get tips for lowering your car insurance rate and learn what can impact it.
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How to shop for car insurance
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How to get cheap car insurance
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How much does car insurance cost?
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Do speeding tickets affect my insurance rate?
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Do defensive driving courses help lower the cost of car insurance?
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Does having a dash cam lower insurance cost?
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Car insurance discounts & information for students
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Why car insurance rates go up
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Lesser-known ways to lower your car insurance
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Is car insurance tax deductible?
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What is usage-based car insurance?
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Should I adjust my coverage after paying off my vehicle?
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At what age does car insurance go down?
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How disappearing deductibles work
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What are the cheapest cars to insure?
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Do electric vehicles cost more to insure?
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How road rage and aggressive driving can impact insurance rates
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Does distracted driving increase insurance?
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Do convertibles cost more to insure?
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What is no down payment car insurance?
Collisions & claims: What to expect
Learn what to do after an accident, how to file a claim, and more.
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How accidents impact your car insurance
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What happens when your car is totaled?
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How insurance covers a hit & run
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How to file an auto insurance claim
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How does insurance work with bicycle accidents?
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What to do when someone hits your parked car
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What should you do after a rental car accident?
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What to do after a car accident
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What is accident forgiveness?
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How insurance covers a car damaging your home or property
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At-fault vs. no-fault accidents
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What to do after a minor car accident
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What happens if a student driver is in an accident?
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Can you file an insurance claim without a police report?
Car buying & vehicle ownership
Get advice on car buying, as well as keeping you and your vehicle safe.
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Car buying resources (Calculators)
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What to do if you lock your keys in the car
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How to spot a flood damaged car
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How to find the value of a classic car
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What do you need to get your car inspected?
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Used cars & insurance
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What are the requirements for a car inspection?
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What should I do if I hit a dog while driving?
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Is driving while pregnant safe?
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What happens if you use the wrong fuel?
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What does make & model mean?
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How to change the names on a vehicle registration
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How to protect your car from vandalism
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What is a peer-to-peer car rental?
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When to cancel insurance after selling a car
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Does a co-signer have to be on your car insurance?
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What to do if your car won't start
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What do you need to get a license plate?
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What are the steps for buying used cars online?
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What to look for when buying a used car
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Are older cars cheaper to insure?
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Do you need insurance for a Smart Car?
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How to buy a car online
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How do trade-ins work with used cars?
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Can I trade in a car with a loan?
Tools
Find additional resources for buying a car, choosing an auto insurance policy, and more.