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Category: Auto Learning Center

Understanding bodily injury liability insurance

We all want to save money. And we’d all like to know how to save on car insurance premiums. Here is a quick look at 10 ways you can pay less to a car insurance company now and in the future: Improve your credit score: Credit scores play a factor in your insurance score, which factors into your insurance rates. Look for additional discounts: Your...

What to do when you hit a deer with your car

Hitting a deer with your car can be an unsettling experience and leave you wondering what to do next. To help keep yourself and other drivers safe, it’s important to stay calm, get off the road, and follow the tips in this guide. Pull over to the side of the road The first thing you need to do is move to the side of the...

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

Stranded in the cold because your car won’t start? Cold weather can be especially hard on parts of a vehicle like the battery, alternator, fuel system, and engine oil. This guide covers the four most common reasons a car won’t start in cold weather, how you can fix it, and ways to prevent it so you can stay on the road with your heat on full...

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

Missing payments resulting in a car insurance lapse is more common than you might think. It happens, and you’re not alone. We’re here to help you get back on the road quickly and legally, while also helping you understand and avoid penalties like having your license revoked or worse—jail time in states like Montana and Kentucky if you’re caught driving without insurance. What to do...

4 steps to check and refill your car’s oil

With recent advancements in motor oils and engine technologies, newer vehicles have longer recommended oil change intervals—typically between 5,000 and 10,000 miles. However, if you notice oil leaking from your car, the oil can symbol appears on your dash, or you feel your engine isn’t running as smoothly as normal, you may need to add oil between oil changes. Check out these four easy steps...