Lower Your 2017 Acura RLX Car Insurance Rates

Searching for better insurance rates for your Acura RLX? Shopping for cheaper insurance can seem to be overwhelming for consumers new to quoting and comparing and buying insurance on the web. With so many insurance agents and online companies available, how can consumers possibly compare each option to find better rates?

How much is car insurance?

When comparison shopping, there are several ways to compare prices from many different insurance companies. The recommended way to comparison shop is simply to get online rate quotes. This can be done in a couple minutes as outlined below.

If you’re in a hurry, the quickest way to get the best comparison quotes would be an industry-wide quote request form click to view form in new window. This quick form eliminates the need for repetitive form submissions for each price estimate. One form submission will return quotes from multiple companies. Recommended for those who want to invest the least amount of time.

A slightly less efficient method to get comparison quotes is to take the time to go to the website for every company you want to comare to request a price quote. For example, we’ll pretend you want to compare rates from Auto-Owners, Farmers and Liberty Mutual. To get each rate you have to take the time to go to each site and repeatedly type in your coverage information, which is why the first method is more popular. To view a list of companies in your area, click here.

Take whichever approach you prefer, but try to keep nearly identical coverage information on every price quote you get. If the quotes have higher or lower deductibles you can’t possibly make a fair rate comparison. Quoting even small variations in coverage limits could throw off the whole comparison. And when quoting car insurance, remember that comparing a wide range of rates will enable you to find better pricing.

Don’t believe everything you hear

Well-known insurance coverage companies like Allstate, Geico and Progressive endlessly run ads on television and other media. All the ads seem to make the promise of big savings after switching to them. How is it possible that every company can charge less that you’re paying now? Just pay attention to how they say it.

All the different companies offer their best rates for the driver that will add to their bottom line. One example of a profitable customer might have to be between the ages of 40 and 55, has never had a policy lapse, and has a high credit rating. A customer who fits that profile will get a cheap rate quote and most likely will save a lot if they switch.

Drivers who do not meet these standards may be forced to pay a higher rate which results in the driver buying from a lower-cost company. If you listen closely, the ads state “drivers that switch” not “all people who quote” can get the lowest rates when switching. That’s the way insurance companies can make it sound like they have such great rates.

Because each company has a different risk profile, you really should do a quote comparison often. Because without a comparison, you cannot know with any certainty which company will have the lowest rates.

Why you might pay higher rates

Multiple criteria are part of the calculation when premium rates are determined. Some of the criteria are obvious like a motor vehicle report, although some other factors are not quite as obvious such as your credit history or how financially stable you are.

The items below are some of the things companies use to determine your premiums.

  • Getting married reduces risk – Having a spouse helps lower the price on your car insurance policy. Having a significant other usually means you are more stable financially and it’s proven that married drivers get in fewer accidents.
  • Pleasure use saves money – Driving more miles every year the higher the price you pay to insure it. Most insurance companies charge to insure your cars based on how the vehicle is used. Autos that have low annual miles can be on a lower rate level than cars that get driven a lot. Verify your car insurance policy shows how each vehicle is driven. Having an incorrect usage rating on your RLX can result in significantly higher rates.
  • Where you live plays a part – Choosing to live in areas with lower population is a positive aspect when it comes to car insurance. Lower population corresponds to lower accident rates in addition to lower liability claims People who live in big cities regularly have much more traffic and higher rates of accident claims. More time on the road means higher likelihood of an accident.
  • How old are your drivers? – Older insureds are shown to be more cautious, cause fewer claims and accidents .Beginning drivers are known to be less responsible behind the wheel so they pay higher car insurance rates.
  • Cheaper rates by bundling – Lots of insurers will give discounts to people that buy multiple policies. It’s known as a multi-policy discount. Even with this discount, drivers will still want to check prices from other companies to make sure you are getting the best deal.There is a good possibility that you can find lower rates even if you insure with multiple companies

Discounts can really help save money

Buying car insurance is not cheap, but there’s a good chance there are discounts that you may not even be aware of. Certain reductions will be credited when you purchase, but a few must be inquired about in order for you to get them. If you check and find you aren’t receiving every discount available, it’s possible you qualify for a lower rate.

  • Pay Upfront and Save – If you pay your entire premium ahead of time instead of monthly or quarterly installments you could save up to 5%.
  • Drive Safe and Save – Insureds without accidents may receive a discount up to 45% for RLX insurance than drivers with accident claims.
  • Military Rewards – Being on active duty in the military can result in better car insurance rates.
  • Multiple Cars – Purchasing coverage when you have multiple cars with the same car insurance company can reduce rates for all insured vehicles.
  • Good Students Pay Less – Being a good student may save you up to 25%. Earning this discount can benefit you up to age 25.
  • Distant Student Discount – Older children who are enrolled in higher education away from home and won’t have access to an insured vehicle could get you a discount.
  • Auto/Life Discount – Insurance carriers who offer life insurance give better prices if you take out a life insurance policy as well.
  • Telematics Devices – People who choose to allow driving data collection to study driving manner by using a small device installed in their vehicle such as Progressive’s Snapshot and State Farm’s In-Drive could save a few bucks if they are good drivers.
  • Accident Forgiveness – This one isn’t a discount, but companies like Geico, Allstate and Liberty Mutual permit an accident before raising your premiums if you are claim-free prior to the accident.

As a disclaimer on discounts, most discounts do not apply the the whole policy. Most cut individual premiums such as physical damage coverage or medical payments. Despite the fact that it seems like you would end up receiving a 100% discount, you’re out of luck.

A list of companies and some of the premium reductions they offer can be found below.

  • State Farm policyholders can earn discounts including multiple autos, good driver, defensive driving training, good student, accident-free, and multiple policy.
  • Progressive may include discounts for online quote discount, good student, multi-policy, continuous coverage, online signing, and homeowner.
  • Progressive discounts include multi-policy, online quote discount, continuous coverage, online signing, homeowner, and good student.
  • MetLife has discounts for good driver, accident-free, claim-free, good student, multi-policy, defensive driver
  • Farm Bureau offers premium reductions for good student, driver training, safe driver, multi-policy, multi-vehicle, 55 and retired, and renewal discount.
  • Geico may have discounts that include five-year accident-free, defensive driver, driver training, air bags, and anti-theft.
  • SAFECO has savings for homeowner, teen safety rewards, multi-car, teen safe driver, anti-lock brakes, and safe driver.

If you are trying to find affordable car insurance quotes, ask each insurance company to apply every possible discount. Depending on the company, some discounts might not be available to policyholders in every state.

Will just any policy work for me?

When it comes to choosing coverage, there isn’t really a best way to insure your cars. Every insured’s situation is different.

Here are some questions about coverages that can aid in determining whether or not you might need an agent’s assistance.

  • Will my rates increase for filing one claim?
  • Is my babysitter covered when using my vehicle?
  • What is the minimum liability in my state?
  • Is upholstery damage covered by car insurance?
  • Which is better, split liability limits or combined limits?
  • Is my custom paint covered by insurance?
  • Who is covered by my policy?
  • What are the financial responsibility laws in my state?

If you can’t answer these questions but one or more may apply to you, then you may want to think about talking to a licensed insurance agent. To find an agent in your area, complete this form.

Car insurance policy specifics

Having a good grasp of your policy aids in choosing appropriate coverage for your vehicles. The coverage terms in a policy can be confusing and reading a policy is terribly boring.

Auto collision coverage

This coverage will pay to fix damage to your RLX from colliding with another vehicle or an object, but not an animal. A deductible applies then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company.

Collision insurance covers things such as scraping a guard rail, driving through your garage door, backing into a parked car, rolling your car and hitting a parking meter. This coverage can be expensive, so consider removing coverage from vehicles that are older. Another option is to choose a higher deductible to save money on collision insurance.

Comprehensive or Other Than Collision

Comprehensive insurance coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage caused by mother nature, theft, vandalism and other events. You first have to pay a deductible and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.

Comprehensive can pay for claims like falling objects, vandalism and damage from a tornado or hurricane. The most you’ll receive from a claim is the market value of your vehicle, so if your deductible is as high as the vehicle’s value it’s not worth carrying full coverage.

Liability coverages

Liability coverage can cover damages or injuries you inflict on people or other property. This insurance protects YOU from claims by other people. Liability doesn’t cover your injuries or vehicle damage.

Coverage consists of three different limits, per person bodily injury, per accident bodily injury, and a property damage limit. You might see values of 100/300/100 that translate to $100,000 in coverage for each person’s injuries, a total of $300,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and $100,000 of coverage for damaged propery. Alternatively, you may have one limit called combined single limit (CSL) that pays claims from the same limit rather than limiting it on a per person basis.

Liability coverage protects against things such as repair costs for stationary objects, funeral expenses and pain and suffering. The amount of liability coverage you purchase is a decision to put some thought into, but buy as large an amount as possible.

Medical costs insurance

Med pay and PIP coverage provide coverage for expenses like nursing services, doctor visits, funeral costs and chiropractic care. They are often used in conjunction with a health insurance policy or if you lack health insurance entirely. Medical payments and PIP cover all vehicle occupants and also covers any family member struck as a pedestrian. Personal Injury Protection is only offered in select states and gives slightly broader coverage than med pay

UM/UIM Coverage

This provides protection from other drivers when they either are underinsured or have no liability coverage at all. Covered claims include hospital bills for your injuries as well as your vehicle’s damage.

Since a lot of drivers have only the minimum liability required by law, it doesn’t take a major accident to exceed their coverage limits. That’s why carrying high Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage is very important. Frequently these limits are identical to your policy’s liability coverage.

In any little way, save everyday

We just covered many ways to get a better price on 2017 Acura RLX insurance. The most important thing to understand is the more companies you get car insurance rates for, the better chance you’ll have of finding inexpensive car insurance. You may be surprised to find that the biggest savings come from some of the lesser-known companies.

When shopping online for auto insurance, do not buy poor coverage just to save money. There are too many instances where an accident victim reduced comprehensive coverage or liability limits only to find out that it was a big mistake. Your strategy should be to find the BEST coverage at an affordable rate, but do not sacrifice coverage to save money.

More affordable auto insurance can be bought from both online companies and with local insurance agents, and you should be comparing both to have the best chance of lowering rates. There are still a few companies who do not provide rates over the internet and many times these small insurance companies prefer to sell through independent insurance agents.

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