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15 Myths About Car Insurance

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Did you know driving a red sports car doesn’t automatically translate to higher insurance rates, or avoiding tickets and accidents to lower rates? Did you know that only a comprehensive policy will cover your stolen car, or that thieves are less likely to swipe your new ride than your used one? There’s no shortage of myths and misconceptions that could cost you if you have to make a claim, so we’ve compiled the 15 most common auto-insurance urban legends and debunked them. Follow the link below to learn more.

Car Insurance: Myths And Misconceptions

Assistant Managing Editor-News
Matt Schmitz

Former Assistant Managing Editor-News Matt Schmitz is a veteran Chicago journalist indulging his curiosity for all things auto while helping to inform car shoppers.

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