How to Save Money and Get Discount Car Insurance in Alabama
By Alexis Jensen
Alabama is serious about requiring every driver on a public road in Alabama to buy car insurance. That's why so many drivers are looking for ways to save money and get discount car insurance in Alabama.
So how can you save money on your car insurance here in Alabama? Start by driving legally and safely at all times. Nothing drives up the cost of car insurance like a speeding ticket or other moving violation - unless it's a DUI or DWI conviction.
If you are convicted of a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or if you are convicted of a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) you'll be out of luck as far as getting discount car insurance for at least 3 years. If you receive a second DUI or DWI conviction you may never see cheap car insurance again in your lifetime.
If you have a garage and you can keep your car in a garage at night let your agent know - it could save you money every month on your policy.
Add safety features to your car. Ask your agent if you could save money by purchasing and using a steering wheel lock. Ask about a simple electronic device that disables your fuel pump unless you enter a secret code or press a hidden button; such devices are inexpensive and easy-to-install and can save you money on your insurance every month.
If you're in school and under age 25 stay where you are and work hard. If you can maintain at least a "B" grade point average you can save as much as 5% each month with your Good Student Discount.
Are you recently retired? If so, let your agent know. If your car is no longer being driven to work and back every day there is a rather nice discount on your insurance.
And speaking about not driving your car so much, many people are now starting to use public transportation for as many of their traveling needs as possible, only using their cars for emergencies and special occasions. If you can knock your monthly driving down to under 500 miles let your agent know - you will be entitled to a Low Mileage Discount.
What about your deductible? Think about it carefully because this is cash you'll have to come up with out of your own pocket if you ever have a claim, but the larger your deductible the smaller your monthly premium payment.
If you're over age 55 ask your agent if your company offers a driver's refresher course. If so, and if you pass it, you could save as much as 10% each and every month on your car insurance.
Using the information in this article see if you can put together a car insurance policy on paper which will save you as much money as possible - and then get online and see what you can find on at least 3 of the websites that allow you to compare prices at various insurance companies.
Compare the policy you just created on at least 3 of those websites and then simply choose the lowest price you can find. That's it. Now you have saved money and gotten discount car insurance in Alabama! Good job!
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