Auto insurance blog: Learn the basics of car insurance

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Avoiding road rage helps protect you, your car, and everyone else on the road. Learn how to avoid aggressive drivers and keep your cool behind the wheel with these 10 safety tips.

How to jump start your car in 9 steps

Jump starting your car may actually be simpler than you realize. Our how-to guide shares nine steps you can apply to safely jump start your car—so you can get back behind the wheel quickly.

24 February, 2023

How car insurance works: A guide to everything you need to know

The first step to buying car insurance—or reviewing your current policy—is understanding how it works and what it can protect. This guide provides the info you need to know.

29 December, 2022

Nonstandard auto insurance: Your ultimate guide

Millions of drivers carry nonstandard auto insurance because they’re considered high-risk—due to low credit, accident history, or other factors. Learn how nonstandard car insurance works with our guide.

29 November, 2022

High-risk auto insurance: Your questions answered

Several factors can lead you to being labeled a high-risk driver, from a DUI to a low credit score. With this guide, we’ll help you learn the fundamentals of high-risk auto insurance.

25 November, 2022

Understanding bodily injury liability insurance

If you’re at fault in an accident, bodily injury liability insurance can help cover the other party’s medical costs. Learn more about this important—and frequently required—coverage.

24 October, 2022

What to do when you hit a deer with your car

Learn what to do when you hit a deer while driving your car—from moving off the road to filing a car insurance claim.

10 October, 2022

Why your car won’t start when it’s cold—and how to fix it

Cold weather can make starting your car more of a chore than it should be. We’ll walk you through some common reasons a car might not start in the cold, how to get it going again, and how to make sure it’ll start next time.

2 September, 2022

Insurance lapse: Your guide to understand, fix, and prevent it

Car insurance can help provide peace of mind knowing you’re covered in case of an accident. But what happens if your coverage lapses? Learn everything you need to know about what a lapse in coverage means for you and your car insurance.

30 August, 2022

4 steps to check and refill your car’s oil

Keep your car’s engine in top shape by making sure it has enough oil. From gathering the right tools to bringing it to just the right level, we’ll show you how to check and refill your car’s oil in four easy steps.

11 August, 2022

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