Get Great Discounts on Your Auto Insurance
Posted by Tom Carolan on Mon, Dec 14, 2009 @ 06:38 PM
Who doesn't want to save some money on their car insurance? TV ads have made
shopping for car insurance seem fun and easy. The reality of the matter is that you really can get cheaper car insurance even if you don't go with one of the companies producing those funny commercials. Almost every car insurance provider offers discounts to their customers. Are your
car insurance rates too high? If you think they are, you should speak with an insurance agent and find out how you can get great discounts on your auto insurance.
- Safe drivers are entitled to a 10% discount on their car insurance. To be eligible for this discount, your driving record must reflect no problems within the last three to five years.
- Senior citizens over age 50 can also get special discounts.
- Drivers who have taken a defensive driving course can get a discount. All you have to do is furnish proof that you completed the course.
- Parents tend to be quite anxious about their teenagers driving. Part of the anxiety is the high insurance premiums on these young drivers. Teenagers who get good grades or who have taken a driver's class can get discounts that will make those insurance rates more bearable.
- Certain car features, such as air bags, anti-theft devices, anti-lock brakes, and day running lights can provide you with quite a savings on your car insurance.
- If you don't have to commute to work or your job is near your home, your insurance rates will also be discounted.
- Ask for discounts for multiple vehicles on the same insurance policy.
- Combining several different policies with just one company. These could include boat, home, life, or motorcycle insurance.