Reader’s Question: Hi, I have just bought a car, and I am relatively new to this car insurance thing. How can a newbie like me evaluate which is the better car insurance quotation? Should I base solely on the price? Jeff Worcester, MA Jeff, there is a first time for everything, so don’t worry. It’s [...]

Reader’s Question: I will be leaving for Zimbabwe real soon. Will my Alaska driver’s license and car insurance be honored in that country? If not, where can I get a Zimbabwe car insurance quotation? Rebecca Anchorage, AK Your Alaska driver’s license can no longer be considered valid outside the United States. What you need then [...]

Reader’s Question: I have just moved from France to Illinois. I do not have an Illinois drivers license yet. Is it possible to get a car insurance quotation without going through driving exam? James Chicago IL You will have to acquire a valid Illinois driver’s license before you can obtain a car insurance quotation for [...]

Reader’s Question: Hello! How do I shop around for car insurance? I just learned how to drive and it’s my first time to own a car. Fill me in, thank you. Kyle Detroit, Michigan Hello Kyle! It’s a good thing you asked. Shopping for a car insurance policy is not what it used to be [...]

Reader’s Question: My California car insurance declared my car totaled after an accident. How much should I expect to receive for the car? Moira San Jose, CA After a car is declared a total loss following an ill-fated accident, the insured has every right to collect for the car’s cash value from his or her [...]