Different Types of Car Insurance For Young Drivers

 

February 9, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Teen Insurance 

Reader’s Question:

What are the different types of coverage of car insurance for young driver?

Lynn

Boise, ID

Car insurance for young driver is always expensive. Would-be policy holders have to pay slightly higher premiums than most policies in order to protect themselves and their vehicles, as well as those they might get into an accident with.

There are ways, however, to get cheaper car insurance for young driver. But beware – cheap insurance is not necessarily the best insurance policy. The most important factor to consider in getting car insurance for young driver is the coverage that it offers.

Here are the three different types of coverage of young driver car insurance:

Third Party
This type coverage is the minimum required by the government. This is usually applied for when registering or renewing vehicle registration. It covers the driver against damage to property, loss of life, and injuries that passengers may incur because of the accident.

Third Party, Fire and Theft
This is an improved version of the previous policy. This type of coverage includes damages that may be done to your vehicle caused by accidental fires, as well as possible car replacement, if stolen.

Fully Comprehensive
This type of coverage is the most expensive. Aside from providing the same type of guarantee the first two types of coverage give, it also provides compensation for theft of valuables left inside a vehicle; medical injuries and death of insured and victims.

Cheap Car Insurance For Young Driver in College

 

February 6, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
Filed under: College Students 

Reader’s Question:

I’m getting into college next year, and my parents are finally going to get me a car to mark my achievements! Any tips on how to get cheap car insurance for young drivers?

Millie,

Austin, TX

It’s pretty hard to get cheap car insurance for young drivers, especially if you’re just learning to drive. Your car insurance agent will argue that young, inexperienced drivers are at a higher risk of getting into accidents than older drivers. However, there are ways for you to get cheaper car insurance rates:

Prove your driving ability
Bring proof to your car insurance agent that you know how to drive safely. Completing advanced driving lessons and taking defensive driving classes are just some ways to earn a few certificates showcasing your capability to drive a car safely and responsibly.

Get a cheaper car
It’ll definitely cost much less to repair a second-hand beetle than a top-of-the-line Ferrari. The cheaper your car, the less payment in car damage your insurance company will have to cover if you get into an accident. Let them know this, and you can argue for a lower insurance premium.

Make your car safer
The safer your car is, the less chances you have of getting some major injuries. And if you don’t get any major injuries, you won’t have to pay as much in hospitalization bills. Install a couple of airbags, early warning devices and other safety mechanisms to lower the risk of bodily harm to you or your passengers