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You may use this RSS feed with an active link to our site. 2013-05-20T05:05:40Z CarInsurance RSS Generator 2013-05-19 en-us http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/colorado-legalized-marijuana.aspx Colorado legalized marijuana and a reader wants to know if that will affect car insurance.  If you're found to be stoned-driving it most certainly... 2013-05-16T16:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/i-broke-into-my-own-car.aspx If you've locked your keys in the car, it's a bad idea to retrieve them by breaking your car's window.  Intentional acts where you damage your car... 2013-05-15T16:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/blog/new-DUI-standard-BAC.aspx A lower DUI standard could mean costly fines and skyrocketing insurance for thousands of drivers. 2013-05-15T12:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/insurance-knowledge-essential-before-owning-car.aspx Understanding the fundamentals of auto insurance is important before buying a car and your first insurance policy.  Without knowledge of the basics... 2013-05-14T14:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/blog/car-safety-technology-survey.aspx Apple and Google top automakers in a survey of consumers expectations about the future of auto safety. 2013-05-14T10:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/barefoot-driving-legal.aspx Many people believe barefoot driving is illegal. It's not -- but it's not smart, either. 2013-05-14T08:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/press/insurance-pricing-survey.aspx Drivers take a dim view of others on the road and would impose more insurance penalties. 2013-05-13T06:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/which-auto-coverages-protect-my-car.aspx Your own liability coverage doesn’t cover your car for damages, so what coverage does?  You need physical damage coverages of collision and... 2013-05-09T17:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/insurance-rates-survey.aspx New survey finds drivers would rather pay for their behaviors than for poor credit or the wrong address. 2013-05-09T12:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/key-to-finding-the-cheapest-auto-insurer.aspx To find the auto insurance provider with the best rates for your set of risk factors, it’s essential that you shop around and compare quotes with... 2013-05-08T16:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/accident-other-driver.aspx When the other driver refuses to cooperate, all you really need is his license plate number to begin the car insurance claims process. 2013-05-08T14:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/pay-yourself-or-claim-before-its-too-late.aspx You usually have the choice to make a claim or pay out-of-pocket for your vehicle's auto accident damages, but don't wait too long to decide or else... 2013-05-07T16:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/blog/connecticut-texting-moving-violation.aspx Connecticut lawmakers consider reporting texting and cellphone violations to insurance companies as part of motor vehicle records. 2013-05-07T08:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/expired-policy-no-coverage.aspx A reader is surprised to find her car insurance coverage ended at 12:01 on the expiration date.  Not paying before the expiration date is a common... 2013-05-06T17:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/no-pay-no-play-states.aspx Some states have a no pay, no play law in place.  We explain how this type of law limits the recovery of certain losses for uninsured motorists. 2013-05-02T15:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/sr22-required-without-car-to-insure.aspx No longer owning a car doesn't get you out of the need to comply with a SR-22 mandate.  Obtaining a non-owners policy will allow you to keep... 2013-05-01T16:05:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/traffic-school-discount.aspx A traffic school can get you a discount or erase a ticket, but usually not both. 2013-04-30T20:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/uninsured-no-pay-no-play.aspx States with no pay, no play auto insurance laws limit what uninsured drivers can gain in a lawsuit. 2013-04-30T16:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/comp-deductible-isnt-halved.aspx A reader wants to know if your deductible is lowered if you make a comprehensive claim instead of a collision claim.  The deductible due is based on... 2013-04-29T21:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/five-things-to-double-check-on-policy.aspx It’s important when you receive in your car insurance policy to read it over and make certain information is correct.  Here are five things to double-check... 2013-04-25T17:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/brake-checkers-beware.aspx If a car crashes because you brake-checked them, can you be found at fault?  It’s possible and to the extent to which you are responsible will determine… 2013-04-24T15:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/does-full-coverage-costs-depreciate.aspx A reader wants to know if the cost for full coverage on his car should decline as his car depreciates in value.  It may, but there are other risk... 2013-04-23T17:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/returning-vets-driving.aspx Some veterans still drive like they're in combat. That's not always good. 2013-04-23T13:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/unlicensed-spouse-wrecked-my.aspx If an unlicensed spouse drives your car and crashes, is the accident covered?  The terms and conditions of your car insurance policy will determine... 2013-04-22T16:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/always-disclose-information.aspx Insurance companies do indeed verify the information you give on an auto insurance application.  Don’t skimp on the required details or else your... 2013-04-18T06:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/blog/esurance-offers-cellphone-blocker.aspx Esurance offers an app that blocks texting and phone use while a car is moving. 2013-04-16T10:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/blog/fraud-is-ok-survey.aspx An Insurance Research Council survey of attitudes about fraud finds that many still think a little claim padding is OK. 2013-04-16T08:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/multi-car-discount-eligibility-rules.aspx What is required to get a multi-car discount on your auto insurance policy?  The eligibility requirements vary by insurer but typically you need to... 2013-04-15T14:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/wreck-towing-storage-fees.aspx Storage fees can mount quickly after a wreck, and some states have few controls on what is charged. 2013-04-12T08:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/blog/Hyundai-E4U-personal-mobility.aspx Hyundai's E4U may be the shape of personal mobility to come. Or not. 2013-04-11T09:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/blog/NHTSA-silver-family-ratings.aspx Regulators consider easy-to-spot labels for cars with senior-friendly safety features. 2013-04-11T09:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/is-unconventional-accident-covered.aspx A reader wants to know if he can use his car insurance policy to fix his car that wasn’t in an auto accident.  Depending upon how damage was done... 2013-04-10T17:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/will-restriction-violation-affect-teens-insurance.aspx How will a restriction violation affect a teenager’s license and insurance coverage in California?  Our expert gives general as well as state specific... 2013-04-08T10:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/can-you-cancel-gap-insurance.aspx Gap insurance is smart to have if you owe more than your financed vehicle is worth.  But if you no longer need the coverage can you cancel your gap insurance? 2013-04-04T17:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/un-total-your--car.aspx Sometimes you may want your insurer to repair a car rather than declare it a total loss. 2013-04-03T07:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/new-insurer-should-know-about-old-accident.aspx Do you have to tell your new auto insurer about an old accident if you no longer own the car involved in the incident?  Indeed you do.  Your accident... 2013-04-02T15:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/stop-driving.aspx When you decide to stop driving, make sure you stop paying for car insurance, too. Here is how. 2013-04-02T08:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/press/carinsurance.com-unveils-drivers-license-quiz.aspx CarInsurance.com Driver's License Quiz results show many licensed drivers would not pass a knowledge test. 2013-04-01T00:04:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/insurers-want-your-name-on-the-title.aspx A reader wants to know why auto insurance companies want you to have the title in your name to insure a vehicle.  It’s all about the policyholder having insurable interest in the car. 2013-03-28T14:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/is-settlement-on-total-loss-vehicle-taxable.aspx Is the money you receive from a car insurance settlement taxable?  It depends on what the settlement is for. Physical damage and bodily injury claims... 2013-03-27T13:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/drivers-license-report-card.aspx U.S. driver's license tests are relatively easy, experts say, yet huge numbers of would-be drivers fail. 2013-03-27T07:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/hit-a-fire-hydrant-claims.aspx What type of car insurance coverage must you have to make a claim for your car after hitting a fire hydrant?  What happens if the hydrant is damaged too? 2013-03-25T16:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/drivers-test.aspx 2013-03-25T03:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/affordable-coverage-after-being-caught-without-insurance.aspx A reader wants to know how to get affordable auto insurance after being uninsured for a few years.  Even with a bad record, there are ways to get decent rates. 2013-03-21T20:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/Canada-socialist-car-insurance.aspx Car insurance becomes a hot-button issue in Canada, where four provinces offer a public option. 2013-03-20T16:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/doubling-liability-limits-doesnt-mean-doubling-rates.aspx A reader's lease requires him to raise his liability limits. How much will this cost?  There is only one way to find out – getting quotes for the new limits. 2013-03-20T16:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/sharing-car-during-spring-break.aspx Will your auto insurance policy cover young drivers sharing driving responsibilities in your car to during spring break?  You need to review your policy to find out. 2013-03-19T13:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/insurancecomplaint-customer-gripe.aspx A new website posts consumer complaints about insurance. 2013-03-19T06:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/teen-driver-deaths-rise.aspx After eight straight years of declines, teen deaths are rising. 2013-03-15T08:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/will-insurer-pay-if-policy-cancels-before-claims-are-closed.aspx Will an auto insurance company still cover accident claims if you miss a payment afterward and your car insurance policy is canceled?  2013-03-14T13:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/your-state/state-car-insurance-requirements-vary-a-lot.aspx Car insurance minimum requirements vary from state to state since each state sets their own laws.  Some states even permit alternatives to buying auto insurance. 2013-03-12T19:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/hail-car-damage-airbag.aspx Hailstorm season peaks in the spring. Are your car and car insurance ready? 2013-03-12T08:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/dont-ask-for-a-full-coverage-policy.aspx Is uninsured motorist included in a full coverage policy? Our expert explains how full coverage doesn’t really exist. 2013-03-11T17:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/content1.aspx How much insurance should you buy? Any insurance agent worthy of their salt will tell you that you should buy as much as you can afford. 2013-03-08T06:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/privacy-insurance-discounts.aspx A surprising number of drivers would invite insurance companies along for the ride -- even change their behaviors -- in return for a car insurance discount. 2013-03-07T13:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/press/privacy-discounts-survey.aspx A surprising number of drivers would invite insurance companies along for the ride -- even change their behaviors -- in return for a car insurance discount. 2013-03-07T11:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/how-to-save-when-adding-teen-to-your-policy.aspx A parent wants to know how to save money when adding a teen driver to the auto insurance policy.  Shopping around and looking for certain young driver discounts are key to paying less. 2013-03-06T16:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/dumb-driving-moves-covered.aspx Insurance companies usually cover stupid moves that lead to an accident. But they won't cover intentional damage, or damage from uses they've specifically warned you about. 2013-03-06T07:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/will-icy-accident-cause-rates-to-rise.aspx A young driver who just got her own auto insurance policy wants to know if a claim from a crash on black ice will raise her rates.  2013-03-05T16:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/how-do-i-get-my-drivers-license-record.aspx Knowing what is on your driving record is key to giving correct information when getting a car insurance quote.  Find out how to get a copy of your driving history. 2013-03-04T14:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/content42145.aspx It is true some companies offer discounts to motorists who drive a lower than average number of miles a year. The yearly or annual mileages at which your auto insurance is not discounted, and thus... 2013-03-01T00:03:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/do-nearly-identical-cars-cost-the-same-to-insure.aspx Do cars that are identically made but have different manufacturer’s badges on them cost the same to insure?  Insurance companies rating systems vary greatly so you need to shop around to find out. 2013-02-28T07:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/highway-pileup-liability.aspx Experts advise you let your insurance company fight your battles as blame is sorted out after a multicar pileup. 2013-02-27T17:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/state-minimum-insurance-requirements.aspx Here is a list of minimum car insurance requirements for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. 2013-02-27T11:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/dont-keep-lienholder-a-secret-from-your-auto-insurer.aspx Can you cut your lienholder out of an auto insurance settlement check?  Not if you know what is good for you. 2013-02-26T19:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/military-car-insurance.aspx Frequent moves and deployments mean car insurance for active-duty military has its own complications. 2013-02-26T07:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/will-insurer-cover-a-child-dropped-from-your-policy.aspx Reader asks if she can drop grown children off her car insurance policy, but still have them covered if they borrow her cars.  It should if her policy covers permissive drivers. 2013-02-26T07:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/do-you-have-to-fix-your-car.aspx Who the insurance check is made out to determines a lot of your options after a car accident. 2013-02-25T14:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/gen-y-favorite-cars.aspx Gen Y likes small, sporty cars, a new survey finds. But it's not the cars that are expensive to insure -- it's Gen Y itself. 2013-02-22T14:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/car-door-hit-while-being-opened.aspx Who is at fault when a driver hits an open car door? We suggest you let your insurance companies figure it out. 2013-02-21T14:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/how-to-show-electronic-proof-of-insurance.aspx Electronic proof of car insurance is gaining popularity throughout the U.S. Does a photo of your card count, or do you need more? 2013-02-20T16:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/leased-car-coverage-level.aspx A recent survey finds leaseholders often carry more car insurance than necessary. 2013-02-20T07:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/dui-can-lead-to-auto-insurance-complications.aspx A DUI greatly complicates car insurance. We explain how to obtain an SR-22 and get back on the road. 2013-02-19T17:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/odd-car-insurance-discounts.aspx 6 weird discounts: There are more ways to save on car insurance than you think. 2013-02-15T08:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/does-the-color-of-your-car-matter.aspx Many drivers believe that the color of your vehicle matters to your car insurance carrier when they are determining your rates. We dispel this myth. 2013-02-14T14:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/is-a-deductible-always-due.aspx Not every accident claim requires that you pay a deductible. 2013-02-13T17:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/what-coverage-pays-for-snowy-parking-lot-accident.aspx A snowy parking lot leads to an accident with another car and shopping carts.  What car insurance coverages will pay for the repair costs? 2013-02-12T17:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/suspicious-claims-NICB.aspx The National Insurance Crime Bureau says questionable car insurance claims are rising, especially for hail damage and parked-car hit and runs. 2013-02-12T14:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/drivers-names-on-insurance-card.aspx His fiancée drives his car. Does she need to be named on his car insurance card? 2013-02-11T16:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/cfa-safer-driver-cost.aspx A new study finds a driver with a safer record may pay more for car insurance than a better-educated or married counterpart. 2013-02-11T16:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/press/crash-o-matic.aspx A new analysis of driver-reported incidents found less than half involved two moving vehicles. Here's where damage to cars comes from. 2013-02-08T11:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/hybrids-cost-more-to-insure.aspx Owners expect to pay more for ultra-high gas mileage. But do they expect higher insurance costs as well? 2013-02-08T08:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/collision-pays-for-your-car-not-your-injuries.aspx Your collision coverage should pay when a friend crashes car, but it won’t pay for your friend’s injuries.  We walk you through what coverage would pay the medical bills after a wreck. 2013-02-07T14:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/career-choice-car-insurance-discount.aspx Auto insurance discounts are offered for a wide variety of things, including sometimes the type of job you hold or the type of degree you carry. 2013-02-06T14:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/7-ways-to-drive-like-idiot-in-snow.aspx Ice and snow complicate driving enough without amateur mistakes. Here are 7 telltale signs of a snow newbie. 2013-02-06T13:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/robot-cars-insurance.aspx Autonomous vehicles are coming, and they will save you time and money -- especially on car insurance. 2013-02-06T13:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/rental-cars-zipcars-auto-insurance-differences.aspx A reader wants to know if auto insurance is different if you for a rental car compare to when borrowing from a car-sharing service.  Indeed it is and we tell her just how. 2013-02-04T17:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/stick-shift-anti-theft-device.aspx Seems like no one can drive a manual transmission car anymore, not even thieves. Why aren't you getting a discount for it? 2013-02-01T10:02:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/driving-against-teen-driving-restrictions-void-insurance.aspx Will teen breaking driving restrictions by driving at night and with other teens allow the auto insurance company to deny claims? 2013-01-30T15:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/forgot-to-drop-insurance-on-inoperable-car.aspx Dropping car insurance on a vehicle you still own requires very specific steps. 2013-01-29T17:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/backdated-car-insurance-is-not-allowed.aspx If you want an auto insurance policy that will cover an accident you’ve already had or to show proof of car insurance in court, you’re out of luck 2013-01-29T06:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/pets-car-coverage.aspx If your pet is injured in a car crash your car insurance might just help you pay the vet bills. 2013-01-28T12:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/insurance-claims-satisfaction.aspx Insurance companies are using high-tech means to satisfy customers and pay them more quickly. 2013-01-25T13:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/are-you-insured-for-hitting-farm-animal.aspx A reader who hit a horse wonders about who will pay. We think it's a great time to let your insurance company earn its keep. 2013-01-24T14:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/red-light-tickets.aspx The best decision as a yellow light changes is almost always to stop -- especially for your insurance. 2013-01-23T13:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/insurance-coverage/accident-report.aspx 2013-01-23T00:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/insurance-coverage.aspx 2013-01-23T00:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/can-you-be-denied-full-coverage.aspx If your mother wants collision and comprehensive coverage (often referred as full coverage) on her vehicle and her current car insurance... 2013-01-22T16:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/kb/big-wreck-and-low-liability-limits-bad-mix.aspx If the at-fault driver that hit your brother only has $25,000 per person bodily injury liability limits, then that is most that the car... 2013-01-18T14:01:00Z http://www.carinsurance.com/Articles/higher-speed-limit-tickets.aspx Texas opens an 85-mph toll road. Will a 10-over speeding ticket cost you a fortune? 2013-01-18T11:01:00Z