Tammy

Phoenix AZ

Looking for an auto insurance company in your local yellow pages may be limited, not to mention time consuming and disappointing. In most cases, people tend to end up buying auto insurance policy with the first company they call because they do not want to go through all the process all over again with the different company.

Looking for auto insurance company online is your best bet, it can save you time and you can be sure that you’ll get the cheapest auto insurance quote. There are plenty of insurance companies online. It is important to compare car insurance quotes in order to get a cheap car insurance rate for the best policy. Even though you rarely use your car or you have a good driving record, it is by law that you need to get insurance for your car.

Obtaining quotes online is quick and easy since you only have to fill up once and you can get quotes from different insurance company. Calling your local insurance company for quotes will eat your time. In most cases, you will be required to wait on hold just to be transferred to the right department, but it does not end on that…you have to give your personal and vehicle information over and over again.

Don’t limit yourself on yellow pages, get it online and it can save you hundreds of dollars not to mention the time you saved.

I have a DUI in my driving record in Arizona. Im wondering how long will this affect my auto insurance?

Maggie

Phoenix AZ

The Arizona Division of Motor Vehicles states that all convictions on your driving record within the past 39 months will be sent to the insurance provider requesting to get a copy of your motor vehicle record.

How long your auto insurance will be affected by your Dui conviction will actually depend on your car insurance carrier’s rating system, guidelines and how far back they check your motor vehicle record or your driving history. You will likely to get higher auto insurance rates if your car insurance company can see your DUI conviction on your driving record within 39 months.

Your current insurance provider will be able to tell information regarding their rating system. I suggest that you speak with your car insurance agent to know exactly how long your auto insurance rates will be affected by your DUI conviction. If your car insurance rate is too high for you, you always have the option to shop around with better car insurance rates. By getting car insurance quotes online, you will be able to know which auto insurance policy can give you better rates while having DUI conviction on your driving record.

Is there anything that I can look for or ask for that will help me get a discount or cheaper auto insurance?

Sarah

Phoenix, AZ.

Sarah,

Trying to save money wherever you can is important to us all. Insurance should be no different. Do not assume that your agent knows everything about you and your vehicle.

Drivers should take advantage of all discounts that many providers offer, that can significantly reduce the cost of car insurance. Understanding discounts and how they can affect auto insurance premiums can help smart shoppers make better decisions about their coverage and possibly save themselves some money in the process.

 There are discounts for Auto Safety features. Certain states will give you discounts for anti-lock breaks. Make sure you know if it is two or four wheel anti-lock break vehicle. Automatic seatbelts and airbags are frequently discounted on your insurance premiums. In most states, a defensive driver class discount may apply. If the principal driver usually 55 years old or older has completed an approved defensive driving class a discount could apply. Keep in mind that most states will only approve this class if it is voluntary meaning that it was not the result of a violation or infraction.

What are some of the top cities for high car insurance rates?

Sue

Phoenix. AZ.

Sue,

Phoenix, San Diego and New York were within striking distance of the national average at 1.5 percent, 9.9 percent and 13.2 percent increased risk above the national average, respectively, but the other six cities (Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles and Philadelphia) were all above 20 percent increased risk. The bottom line is clear: If you live in a major city, you are at increased risk of a collision.

Great Question.

 Sally

Phoenix, AZ.

 Sally,

Here’s how to read the following table of liability minimums.

First number: bodily injury liability maximum for one person injured in an accident.

Second number: bodily injury liability maximum for all injuries in one accident.

 Third number: property damage liability maximum for one accident.

 Thus, in Alabama, for example, the minimum liability limits are $20,000 for injury liability for one person in an accident, $40,000 for all injuries in an accident, and $10,000 for property damage in an accident.

 Excellent Question.