Car Insurance Knowledge

Insurify's insurance experts guide you through the basics of car insurance insurance.

What Is a Car Insurance Grace Period?

What Is a Car Insurance Grace Period?

A car insurance grace period allows you to keep your coverage for a short time after a missed payment. But you should make up the missed payment right away to avoid cancellation.
By Athena Valentine Lent|September 7, 2023
AAA Auto Insurance Review: Ratings and Quotes (2025)

AAA Auto Insurance Review: Ratings and Quotes (2025)

AAA provides members-only insurance through regional insurance companies based on location. Here’s how to determine if it’s the right car insurance for you.
By Taylor Milam-Samuel |September 5, 2023
Types of Car Insurance Coverage

Types of Car Insurance Coverage

Make sure you have adequate coverage and the right insurance add-ons.
By Catherine Collins|September 5, 2023
What to Do When You’ve Locked Your Keys in the Car

What to Do When You’ve Locked Your Keys in the Car

DIY tactics can save you money if you’ve locked your keys in your car, while calling in professional help may spare you time and aggravation.
By Alani Asis|August 30, 2023
What Is a Hybrid Car?

What Is a Hybrid Car?

Hybrid cars can be a fuel-saving alternative to fully gas-powered vehicles.
By Sarah Archambault|August 7, 2023
These insurance companies control the biggest chunks of the market

These insurance companies control the biggest chunks of the market

Top insurers thrive not by securing a monopoly but by finding the lowest-risk customers, according to rankings from the insurance shopping website Insurify.
By Natalie McNeal|August 7, 2023
How to Get Auto Insurance on the Weekend

How to Get Auto Insurance on the Weekend

Even though most in-person insurance agencies are closed Saturday and Sunday, you can call or get a quote online if you need insurance on the weekend.
By Janet Berry-Johnson|July 28, 2023
Speeding Toward Trouble: States with the Most Street Racers

Speeding Toward Trouble: States with the Most Street Racers

Racing modified vehicles on public roads is a dangerous but growing pastime. Find out which states have the most street racers.
By Emily Guy Birken|July 10, 2023
AARP Car Insurance Review: Ratings and Quotes (2025)

AARP Car Insurance Review: Ratings and Quotes (2025)

AARP members should consider the company’s car insurance program, which offers diverse coverage options and various discounts.
By A.M. Steinbach|June 27, 2023
Crash Course: Cities with the Rudest Drivers in Each State 2023

Crash Course: Cities with the Rudest Drivers in Each State 2023

How rude are the drivers in your hometown? Here are the cities with the rudest drivers in each state.
By Emily Guy Birken|June 20, 2023
Crash Course: Car Models With the Most Accidents in 2023

Crash Course: Car Models With the Most Accidents in 2023

Insurify identified 2023’s most accident-prone vehicles. Sports cars like the Audi S4 and Subaru WRX sit atop the list, but some unexpected models made the top 10.
By Cassie Sheets|June 13, 2023
How Much Is Nissan Car Insurance? Compare Rates by Model (2025)

How Much Is Nissan Car Insurance? Compare Rates by Model (2025)

Compare Nissan insurance rates vary by model, year, and insurer.
By Erin Gobler|May 23, 2023
Compare.com Reviews, Quotes (2025)

Compare.com Reviews, Quotes (2025)

Here’s what you need to know before shopping for insurance through Compare.com.
By Erin Gobler|May 15, 2023
Tickets vs. Citations: What’s the Difference?

Tickets vs. Citations: What’s the Difference?

Ticket is the informal name for a citation, or the written statement an officer issues detailing a traffic or parking violation.
By Jerry Brown|April 11, 2023
These 10 Car Brands Have the Most Speeding Tickets

These 10 Car Brands Have the Most Speeding Tickets

Infiniti, Scion, and Volkswagen are the car brands with the most speeding tickets for 2023. Find out more.
By Emily Guy Birken|April 11, 2023
Can You Get Six-Month Car Insurance Coverage?

Can You Get Six-Month Car Insurance Coverage?

Six months is the standard length for a car insurance policy term. Here’s what you need to know.
By Alani Asis|March 24, 2023
Electric Vehicle Incentives by State (2025)

Electric Vehicle Incentives by State (2025)

Electric cars are not just good for the environment. Buying one can put some extra cash in your pocket via tax credits or rebates.
By Kim Porter|March 14, 2023
Best and Worst Roadside Assistance and Service Plans

Best and Worst Roadside Assistance and Service Plans

You can get roadside assistance coverage from auto insurers, motor clubs, and more. Allstate, Farmers, and GEICO offer some of the best coverage options.
By Jamie Johnson|March 10, 2023