{"id":2293,"date":"2022-12-05T15:06:15","date_gmt":"2022-12-05T15:06:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.costulessdirect.com\/?page_id=2293"},"modified":"2023-03-24T20:15:03","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T20:15:03","slug":"car-insurance-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.costulessdirect.com\/car-insurance-quotes-online\/car-insurance-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Car Insurance FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"
California drivers do pay more for their car insurance than other places in the U.S. The average cost for California drivers for the basic minimum is $53 per month. The national average is $47. When it comes to full coverage, the disparity is greater, with Californians paying on average $190 per month, compared to the national average of $148.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Yes. There are many factors that go into determining what you may pay for your coverage, and where you live is one of them. For example, the average full coverage rate for someone in San Diego is $188 per month. In San Francisco, it\u2019s $233. And in Bakersfield, it is $180 per month. It all has to do with things like how much congestion there is (higher risk of claims for accidents), how much crime there is (higher risk of stolen car claims) and more.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Not in California. It is one of a handful of states who have made it illegal for insurance companies to base their rates on credit scores.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Most likely. Of course, it depends on the circumstances but auto insurance typically follows the car. You should still be careful about lending your car out. If your friend is not licensed or gets into a wreck while high or drunk, your insurance claim may be denied.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
You should list anyone who may drive your car on a regular basis. Remember, only people with a driver\u2019s license can drive legally in California.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
In California, an illegal immigrant can get insurance if they have a driver\u2019s license. Illegal immigrants can get a driver\u2019s license through the \u201cAB 60\u201d law. They\u2019ll need to provide proof of identity and California residency.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
These rates fluctuate just as prices for most things go up and down. However, in the case of your insurance policy, you will see a rate increase most of the time if you\u2019ve made a claim or your driving record has taken a hit due to your behavior behind the wheel. Other factors that may increase your rates include:<\/p>\n
Definitely. Your insurer will charge you less for a car that has a high safety rating and has readily available and cheap parts and service in case you file a claim. Cars that cost more to repair (or replace) and are more likely to be stolen or driven in an unsafe manner will cost you more.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
In most cases, your own insurance and the insurance that comes with the rental will cover you while you are using a rental car. Additionally, if you pay for the rental with a credit card, the card company may offer some coverage. There are some exceptions to that.<\/p>\n