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Acura Although Acura is the luxury vehicle marque of Honda, it still sits on the less expensive side when it comes to car insurance. The Acura brand was launched in the United States in 1986 and it quickly inspired other Japanese automakers to create their own luxury lines, such as Toyota’s Lexus and Nissan’s Infiniti. […]

The Truth About Cheap No-Deposit Car insurance There’s just no getting around it: Before your auto insurance coverage can actually kick in, you’re probably going to have to pay at least some of your premium up front. Whether you’re paying your yearly premium in one lump sum or in monthly installments, your insurer is definitely […]

So car insurance is a given, right? Well, ideally it should be in everyone’s mind, but have you ever wondered how it works behind the policy jargon and witty advertising campaigns? We’ve put together this basic guide so you get the refresher you need before putting your hard earned money on the table, of course […]

So your teen is ready to get behind the wheel, but you may not be ready for the shocker that’s in store when adding a young driver to your auto insurance policy. You may want to get a head start in your search for the cheapest car insurance for teens so you’re prepared for the […]

No One in California Likes Going to the DMV From coast to coast, Americans agree – having to go to the Department of Motor Vehicles is basically hell. While the general attitude and pace of DMV employees are well-known comedic stereotypes, nothing beats the wait times. Even with the advent of booking in advance and […]

We spend so much time in our cars that it’s no wonder that everyone on the Internet has tried their best to make riding in them easier and more comfortable. Cars are essential to daily living, allowing young professionals to commute to work each day and entire families to jump from one activity to the […]

The war between the sexes has been raging since the dawn of time, and driving prowess is definitely among the most hotly contested of them all. For whatever reason, men love to claim that they are superior to women when it comes to driving.Unfortunately for them, many reputable studies show that women have many inherent […]

By Aaron Crowe If you’ve ever had the bad luck of being hit on the head by the trunk of your car, jammed a finger in a closing car door, or fell while getting out of your truck, you’re not alone. An estimated 647,000 people were injured each year in 2011 and 2012 in non-crash […]

If you were to ask just about any random person on the street, they’d probably say that men tend to be better drivers than women. It’s not clear how this misconception began, but there’s plenty of evidence out there to refute it. While few people would argue with the fact that men tend to be […]

Putting a “For sale” sign in a car’s window and leaving it near a busy intersection for a weekend may be the easiest way to sell a used car. Social media negotiations such as text messages, however, are quickly gaining ground. Swapalease.com, a middleman between sellers and buyers of car leases, has found that about […]

By Aaron Crowe Reading a car dealer’s invoice or purchase order for your new car can make you feel as though you’re reading a foreign language. There are a myriad of things to consider when you are purchasing a new vehicle, from finding an affordable car insurance policy, to reading the fine print on the […]

By Aaron CroweFinding a great auto mechanic can be as good finding the perfect babysitter for your children. Once you find one you like, you’ll want to keep them for as long as you have small children — or a car.Like the babysitter who naps while your children are watching TV, you may occasionally get […]

By Aaron Crowe 2020 has been a year full of challenges for many Americans. Not only have we all been trying to stay healthy, we have also been faced with extreme choices tied to our economic circumstances. Many people this year have been at least threatened with the prospect of losing their home, or getting […]

  By Aaron Crowe If you spend more money customizing your car than on anything else, you’re not alone. A recent report by J.D. Power found that more young drivers are buying cars, and that they want to personalize their vehicles with options to make them stand out from the crowd. “There is a lot […]

Does My Car Insurance Cover Rental Cars? You’re on a summer trip with your family and the rental car salesman asks if you’d like to add insurance to your rental. You kindly decline and, three days later, get in an accident on your way to the beach. Will your car insurance be enough to cover […]

Insurance Claims Car accidents, fires, earthquakes, floods, vandalism, and theft can happen to anyone at any point, and these disasters can leave you with lost or damaged property and a mountain of costs. That’s where insurance comes in. When you get insurance, you make a contract with the insurer that you will pay a premium […]

Auto Insurance for High-Risk Drivers No one is a perfect driver, and bad driving records are more common than you’d think. With a bad driving record, it gets a little more difficult to find an insurance carrier that won’t break the bank. But finding affordable auto insurance isn’t impossible if you are a high-risk driver. […]

Rideshare Insurance for Uber, Lyft, and Other Rideshare Drivers Driving for a ridesharing company can be a great way to bring in a little extra money, but your normal insurance coverage won’t be enough when you’re using your personal vehicle to transport paying passengers. How Insurance Works for Uber And Lyft While you’re using a […]

What is Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Insurance? Personal Injury Protection, or PIP insurance, is an auto policy that covers medical expenses and lost wages no matter who is at fault in an accident. Personal Injury Protection can cover both the policyholder and others in the car. It differs from traditional auto insurance in these ways. […]

SR-22 Insurance When a driver’s license is revoked or suspended, they have to do a few things in order to get driving privileges back. One of those things is usually filing an SR-22 form with the state proving they have the minimum required coverage. Thus, there technically is no such thing as “SR-22 insurance”. So […]

Umbrella Insurance Most states require some type of liability insurance, and many people have liability insurance for cars, homes, and even boats. But what happens after an accident when the liability coverage isn’t enough for all the costs? This situation can happen to people, usually those who own property and have a large amount of […]

Common Roadside Emergencies to Be Prepared For Nobody expects an emergency, but everyone should be prepared for some of the most common roadside emergencies. That way if your car ever sputters to a stop or if your tire blows out on the highway, you know what to do and how to handle a roadside emergency. […]

There are a few important factors to consider when buying a car. Should you get a new or used car? How do you avoid being pushed around by car salesmen? Should you buy an extended warranty? This car buying guide answers each of these questions and more to help you get the best deal. Why […]

How Keeping Up with Car Care Saves You Money It isn’t news that keeping up-to-date with car maintenance can save you the large costs of future repairs. Simply filling up your oil regularly, for instance, can save you from your entire engine seizing. If you use the car maintenance checklist in this article, you’ll see […]