Regrettably, most car insurance buyers in California kept buying from the same company for well over three years, and almost half have never taken the time to shop around. American drivers could save nearly 47% a year just by shopping around, but they don't believe how much money they would save if they changed companies.
If you want to save money, the best way to get more affordable Chrysler Concorde insurance is to start comparing prices yearly from insurers in Santa Ana. You can shop around by following these steps.
First, take a few minutes and learn about coverages and the changes you can make to prevent high rates. Many rating factors that increase rates such as accidents, careless driving, and a low credit score can be remedied by making lifestyle changes or driving safer.
Second, quote rates from direct, independent, and exclusive agents. Direct and exclusive agents can provide rates from one company like GEICO and Allstate, while independent agencies can give you price quotes from multiple insurance companies.
Third, compare the quotes to your existing policy to see if you can save by switching companies. If you find a lower rate and switch companies, ensure coverage does not lapse between policies.
Fourth, give notification to your current company of your intent to cancel your current car insurance policy and submit a down payment and signed policy application to your new company or agent. Immediately upon receiving it, place the new certificate verifying coverage in your glove compartment.
One key aspect of rate comparisons is to try to use identical coverage information on every quote request and and to get price quotes from as many carriers as you can. Doing this ensures the most accurate price comparison and and a good selection of different prices.
Finding the cheapest auto insurance coverage in Santa Ana seems hard but is not really that difficult. If you already have coverage or are just looking to switch companies, you can use these tips to shop for the lowest rates and still have adequate protection. Drivers just need to understand the fastest way to quote multiple rates online from multiple companies.
Cheapest Chrysler insurance price quotes in Santa Ana
The companies shown below are our best choices to provide free quotes in Santa Ana, CA. If multiple companies are shown, it's a good idea that you get price quotes from several of them in order to get a fair rate comparison.
Discounts mean cheaper rates for Chrysler Concorde insurance in Santa Ana
Some providers don't always list all discounts very well, so the below list has a few of the more common in addition to some of the lesser obvious credits that may apply to you.
- Driving Data Discount - Drivers that enable driving data collection to analyze vehicle usage by using a telematics device like Drivewise from Allstate or In-Drive from State Farm may get a rate reduction as long as the data is positive.
- Seat Belt Discounts - Drivers who require all vehicle occupants to use their safety belts could cut 10% or more off the PIP or medical payment premium.
- Discounts for Government Workers - Active or retired federal employment could qualify for a slight premium decrease with select insurance companies.
- Anti-lock Brake System - Cars and trucks that have anti-lock braking systems are much safer to drive and therefore earn up to a 10% discount.
- Own a Home and Save - Owning a home in Santa Ana can earn you a little savings since home ownership shows financial diligence.
- Service Members Pay Less - Being on active duty in the military could mean lower rates.
- Air Bag Discount - Vehicles equipped with air bags and/or automatic seat belt systems could see savings of 20% or more.
- Pay Early and Save - If you can afford to pay the entire bill instead of monthly or quarterly installments you could save up to 5%.
- Distant Student - Children who are enrolled in higher education away from home and do not have access to a covered vehicle may qualify for this discount.
- Driver's Ed - Cut your cost by having your teen driver enroll and complete driver's education in school or through a local driver safety program.
As is typical with insurance, most credits do not apply to the entire cost. Some only reduce specific coverage prices like comprehensive or collision. Just because you may think having all the discounts means you get insurance for free, companies don't profit that way.
Larger auto insurance companies and the discounts they provide are detailed below.
- Farmers Insurance may have discounts that include switch companies, alternative fuel, multi-car, mature driver, and homeowner.
- State Farm includes discounts for anti-theft, Drive Safe & Save, driver's education, multiple policy, good driver, and safe vehicle.
- Liberty Mutual offers premium reductions for multi-car, hybrid vehicle, multi-policy, new move discount, and good student.
- MetLife discounts include claim-free, accident-free, good driver, good student, multi-policy, defensive driver
- Progressive has savings for online quote discount, multi-vehicle, continuous coverage, good student, homeowner, and multi-policy.
If you need low cost Santa Ana auto insurance quotes, ask all the companies how many discounts you can get. Some discounts listed above might not apply in Santa Ana. To see a list of companies who offer free Chrysler Concorde insurance quotes in Santa Ana, click this link.
You are unique and your auto insurance should be too
When quoting and choosing your policy for your personal vehicles, there really is not a single plan that fits everyone. Your needs are not the same as everyone else's so your insurance needs to address that. For instance, these questions might point out if your insurance needs could use an agent's help.
- Am I covered if I hit a deer?
- Should I rate my Chrysler Concorde as pleasure use or commute?
- Do I need roadside assistance coverage?
- What exactly is covered by my policy?
- When can my company non-renew my policy?
- When does my teenage driver need to be added to my policy?
If you can't answer these questions but one or more may apply to you, then you may want to think about talking to an insurance agent. If you want to speak to an agent in your area, fill out this quick form or go to this page to view a list of companies. It's fast, free and can provide invaluable advice.
Exclusive versus independent auto insurance agents
Certain consumers prefer to sit down and talk to an agent and that is recommended in a lot of cases Most agents can help you build your policy and help file insurance claims. A nice benefit of getting online price quotes is the fact that drivers can get better rates and still have a local agent.
To help locate an agent, after submitting this quick form, your coverage information is instantly submitted to agents in your area who want to provide quotes for your coverage. You don't have to leave your house since price quotes are sent immediately to your email address. If you need to get a rate quote from a specific company, feel free to navigate to their website and fill out the quote form the provide.
Finding the right insurer is decision based upon more than just a cheap price quote. Some important questions to ask are:
- Is the agency involved in supporting local community causes?
- What is their Better Business Bureau rating?
- Does the agent have professional designations like CIC, CPCU or AIC?
- Where would glass claims be handled in Santa Ana?
- Do you have coverage for a rental car if your vehicle is in the repair shop?
- Which companies do they recommend if they are an independent agency?
- How does the company pay claims for a total loss?
- How long have they been in business?
Choose the right auto insurance agent
If you want to buy insurance from a reliable insurance agent, it helps to know the two different agency structures that you can select. Santa Ana agents may be either exclusive agents or independent agents. Both types can insure your vehicles, but it's important to point out the subtle differences because it can impact your selection of an agent.
Exclusive Agencies
Agents that elect to be exclusive are contracted to one company and some examples include AAA, Allstate, State Farm, or Farmers Insurance. They generally cannot give you multiple price quotes so they are skilled at selling on more than just price. Exclusive insurance agents are well trained on the products they sell which helps them sell on service rather than price. Consumers often buy from the same agent for years partially due to the prominent brand name and the convenience of having a single billing for all their coverages.
Listed below are exclusive agencies in Santa Ana that are able to give rate quotes.
- Farmers Insurance: Patricia Kelly
310 N Tustin Ave #A - Santa Ana, CA 92705 - (714) 541-3334 - View Map - Farmers Insurance: Sandy Hocking-Cline
1801 Park Ct Pl - Santa Ana, CA 92701 - (714) 973-9100 - View Map - Peggy Bates - State FarmĀ® Insurance Agent
2723 N Bristol St #1 - Santa Ana, CA 92706 - (714) 543-0422 - View Map
Independent Insurance Agencies
Agents that choose to be independent are not limited to a single company so they can write business with a variety of different insurance companies and find the cheapest insurance rates. If your premiums go up, your policy is moved internally and you don't have to do anything. If you are comparing rate quotes, it's a good idea to include price quotes from a couple of independent agencies so that you have a good selection of quotes to compare. Most also have access to less well-known companies which may provide better rates.
The following is a short list of independent insurance agencies in Santa Ana who can help you get price quotes.
- FIRST HOME INSURANCE AGENCY
1522 E 4th St - Santa Ana, CA 92701 - (714) 560-8835 - View Map - Ammar Insurance Agency
726 S Main St - Santa Ana, CA 92701 - (714) 547-2400 - View Map - Mary Juarez Insurance
1227 W 1st St c - Santa Ana, CA 92703 - (714) 542-5914 - View Map
After talking to the agent and getting acceptable answers to all your questions and locked in a price quote, you have narrowed it down to an auto insurance agent that meets your needs to insure your vehicles. Just keep in mind policyholders can cancel your policy whenever you wish so never feel that you are obligated to the insurance policy with no way out.
Parts of your insurance policy
Knowing the specifics of insurance aids in choosing the right coverages for your vehicles. The terms used in a policy can be difficult to understand and reading a policy is terribly boring. Below you'll find typical coverages found on most insurance policies.
Medical expense insurance - Medical payments and Personal Injury Protection insurance kick in for short-term medical expenses like funeral costs, ambulance fees and surgery. They can be used to cover expenses not covered by your health insurance policy or if you lack health insurance entirely. They cover not only the driver but also the vehicle occupants in addition to any family member struck as a pedestrian. Personal injury protection coverage is not an option in every state but can be used in place of medical payments coverage
Collision - This pays for damage to your Concorde from colliding with a stationary object or other vehicle. A deductible applies then your collision coverage will kick in.
Collision coverage pays for claims like colliding with a tree, rolling your car and backing into a parked car. Paying for collision coverage can be pricey, so consider dropping it from vehicles that are 8 years or older. Another option is to bump up the deductible on your Concorde to bring the cost down.
Liability car insurance - Liability insurance provides protection from damage that occurs to other people or property that is your fault. Coverage consists of three different limits, bodily injury for each person injured, bodily injury for the entire accident and a property damage limit. You commonly see policy limits of 15/30/5 that translate to $15,000 in coverage for each person's injuries, a total of $30,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and a total limit of $5,000 for damage to vehicles and property.
Liability coverage pays for things such as repair costs for stationary objects, attorney fees and court costs. How much coverage you buy is your choice, but buy as much as you can afford. California state minimum liability requirements are 15/30/5 but drivers should carry better liability coverage.
The chart below demonstrates why buying the state minimum limits may not be high enough to cover claims.
Comprehensive (Other than Collision) - This will pay to fix damage caused by mother nature, theft, vandalism and other events. You first have to pay a deductible then the remaining damage will be covered by your comprehensive coverage.
Comprehensive coverage protects against things such as damage from flooding, hitting a bird and a tree branch falling on your vehicle. The maximum payout you can receive from a comprehensive claim is the actual cash value, so if the vehicle is not worth much consider dropping full coverage.
Protection from uninsured/underinsured drivers - Your UM/UIM coverage gives you protection when the "other guys" do not carry enough liability coverage. Covered losses include medical payments for you and your occupants as well as your vehicle's damage.
Since many California drivers only carry the minimum required liability limits (15/30/5), it doesn't take a major accident to exceed their coverage limits. This is the reason having UM/UIM coverage is a good idea.
Do the work, save more money
When trying to cut insurance costs, do not skimp on coverage in order to save money. There are a lot of situations where an insured dropped uninsured motorist or liability limits only to discover later that it was a big error on their part. Your objective should be to buy the best coverage you can find for the lowest price while still protecting your assets.
The cheapest Chrysler Concorde insurance in Santa Ana is attainable both online in addition to many Santa Ana insurance agents, and you need to price shop both to have the best chance of lowering rates. Some insurance providers do not provide the ability to get a quote online and usually these smaller providers provide coverage only through independent insurance agents.
Additional resources
- Distracted Driving Extends Beyond Texting (State Farm)
- Who Has the Cheapest Auto Insurance for Single Moms in Santa Ana? (FAQ)
- Who Has the Cheapest Car Insurance Rates for Drivers with a DUI in Santa Ana? (FAQ)
- What Auto Insurance is Cheapest for Drivers with a Bad Driving Record in Santa Ana? (FAQ)
- Who Has the Cheapest Auto Insurance for a Honda Accord in Santa Ana? (FAQ)
- Who Has Cheap Santa Ana Car Insurance for Uber Drivers? (FAQ)
- Who Has Affordable Santa Ana Auto Insurance for Business Use? (FAQ)
- New head restraint design cuts injuries (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
- What does Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Cover? (Allstate)
- Credit and Insurance Scores (Insurance Information Institute)