Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Power Parking

We've all seen this: we find a great parking spot, but it's just a little narrow for our car. Here is one great solution for it:


Have a great November!
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Breath Tests Are Even More Legal

If you are concerned about your rights, here is an article in a blog that will make you slightly uncomfortable. Guaranteed.

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Monday, October 29, 2012

Avoiding Credit Checks

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Negative Camber Effects on Tires

Tires wear over time, and it's important to notice those changes before they become lethal. Here is a video with several negative tire effects.


I hope this video helped you,
Nadav

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Saturday, October 27, 2012

To The Mountains

I recently had a very dramatic change in my life: I moved. I didn't move to a different country, just a different city. And that also means a different terrain. To be more exact: a mountainous one.

I have lived on flat lands as long as I can remember. I was born near the beach and even when I lived in the US for a while it was on a pretty flat terrain. But I am now far away from that. Wherever I drive, it's either up or down. Never horizontally.

Luckily, I have an automatic transmission, so I don't have to deal so much with the clutch. But even with that, it still takes some getting-used-to.

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Friday, October 26, 2012

A Guide for The Driving Exam

Practicing for the driving test is important, but even more important is doing it well. Here is an article about good practice.


In order to pass your driving test, you need to learn all of the rules and get plenty of practice. There are some helpful tips and guides online to help you learn everything you need to know. That said, nothing beats actual practice. You need to get out there on the road every single day with somebody you trust.

If you haven't started driving yet, you need to start in an empty area such as an old road or parking lot. Spend a few hours driving at a low speed. The idea is to get comfortable behind the wheel. Familiarize yourself with the controls. As you start getting the hang of driving in the empty area, you can move on to a two-lane road, and then on to a four-lane road.

Another way you can get good practice is by driving around the testing area. Drive along the routes around the DMV. Pay close attention to the signs and signals. If you can get enough practice around the testing area, you will feel more confident when you take the actual driver's test.

You also need to familiarize yourself with hand gestures and signs, if you haven't yet. There are some practice quizzes online to help you get started. Even if you think you know all of the signs, you should still take a few practice quizzes to make sure. You never know when there might be something you would otherwise be overlooking.

As mentioned above, there are plenty of other online resources for you to check out. You will find how-to guides and tutorial videos on how to do anything from merge to parallel park. Sometimes you may even find some secrets that the examiners themselves are willing to share with student drivers.

As you learn more, will feel less nervous about your upcoming test. It's important that you don't let your nerves get the best of you. The only way you can feel confident about your driving test is to study as much as you can, and to get plenty of practice.

Another thing you need to do is practice with somebody you can trust. If you're not taking a driving class, then you need to practice with a responsible adult who has a clean driving record. This individual should be willing to explain your mistakes to you, and to help you understand why you are making the mistakes.

As long as you take advantage of useful resources and practice every single day with the right person, you should be prepared for the driver's test.

Check out some online driving guides and learn how to pass! If you want to pass your driving test, you need to pass both the written and road exams. Learn all of the rules and sign meetings online and then you'll have the knowledge you need to get efficient practice.

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope this article helped you,
Nadav

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Thursday, October 25, 2012

First Time Driving: Emma

Today's hysterical driver is Emma. Watch her trying really hard to pull out of the driveway and trying to avoid stalling the engine. Can become funny pretty fast.


This video is 12 days old, so Emma still has a very long time until she can get her license. Hopefully she'll master the clutch by then.

Good luck!
Nadav

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Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Top Gear Australia vs. UK: Part 2

The Australia vs. UK challenge continues today in the second part. Who will win? Watch and find out.


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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

GEICO's New Driving Game

GEICO, the insurance company, has launched a new driving-aid application for drivers-to-be. Here is all you need to know about it.

Enjoy!

Nadav

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Monday, October 22, 2012

Tips for Insurance Applications

When you apply for car insurance, it's important to do it right, or you can be under-insured or not covered at all. Here is an excellent article by about this important issue.

Tips to Help Fill Out Auto Insurance Applications

Do's and Don'ts of filling out the application:

1 - Do report all the drivers for each vehicle. Even teen drivers and those in the family with traffic infractions should be reported. If a driver who is not listed is involved in an accident then your policy may be canceled or the premiums may raise. Teen drivers are not likely to count as a primary driver, thus raising your premiums, unless they have a car of their own.

2 - Do be sure to write down the actual parking location for the vehicle. Garages are better for insurance purposes but if you do park on the street regularly make sure you notate it as drive by accidents are more likely. If you park under a covered patio make this known to your agent as well. This type of coverage might not provide a discount but it may count as one so you might benefit from telling your agent.

3 - Don't report false mileage. The actual mileage driven should be listed, within reason. Of course we all drive our cars more or less than the average on a monthly basis but report if you drive to work 10 miles one way instead of reporting it is only 2 miles one way. Accident repair quotes and other documents notate mileage on the auto revealing if it significantly different than reported on the application.

4 - Do mention to your agent if your vehicle is used for business. Even if you only travel occasionally you want your insurance company to know about it. Longer trips raise the statistics of traffic accident occurrence. You want to be covered in all circumstances.

5 - Don't forget to update policy information when it changes. If you change autos, drivers, or miles driven do let your agent know as this can just as easily lower your premiums as it can raise them. You might benefit and we all know that a lower monthly premium is a good thing for our budgets.

Being honest on your auto insurance application will allow your agent to fully find every discount available to you and help you to plan ahead for when the infractions will drop off your record thereby lowering your premium. These tips will help keep your auto insurance current and ensure a claim will not be prolonged or even denied should an accident of any nature occur.

Debbie Swinney is able to help you with your Kansas insurance needs and answer any questions you may have regarding policy choices.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you Debbie! That was a fantastic article!

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Sunday, October 21, 2012

Reusing a Nylon Nut

Some readers of this blog are quite technical, and will probably find use in this video about nylon bolts.


I hope it helped,
Nadav

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Saturday, October 20, 2012

Cooling Down

Finally, after a long, exhausting summer (just a month for me, but still too much) the weather starts cooling in here. Going out at night is no longer a nightmare and driving during the day does not require fully powered air conditioning.

Driving is much more relaxed now. When the temperatures are lower, it's much easier to concentrate on the road. During the summer, all I did was concentrate on how how it is. Not an ideal way to drive.

Hopefully this trend continues in the near future until May at least (but probably will end on March).

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Friday, October 19, 2012

Get The Best Out of Your Lessons

When you practice for your driving test, it's important to get the best out of those lessons to avoid wasting your time. Here is an article I wrote about it.


If you've just started learning how to drive, then you're probably feeling nervous - especially if your driving test is coming up. The most important thing for you to do is feel confident in yourself. Nervousness and uncertainty will only lead to failure. Sure, everybody feels nervous, but what's important is that you don't let that nervousness get the best of you.

To help you feel more confident, here are some tips. Follow these tips and you should do well on your road test:

• Know your area. Practice driving all around the testing area. You don't have to know each and every street by heart, but you should still acquaint yourself with the area enough so that you feel confident driving there.

• The person with whom you practice driving should be an individual who is both responsible and helpful. If you're not taking a driving class, ask the most responsible person you know if they can help. This person should offer you constructive criticism and encouragement at the same time.

• Have you ever heard of commentary driving? This is a very helpful technique. You basically talk yourself through the driving. Say out loud the things you are currently doing and what you are preparing to do. You may feel silly talking to yourself like this, but you'll be surprised at how helpful it can be. Say out loud every single thing you do. This is also a great way to communicate with your instructor. He or she will get an idea of your strengths and weaknesses.

• Another way you can practice is to always observe what other drivers are doing. This is something EVERY good driver does - from student driver to older drivers with years of experience. That said, you don't want to watch other drivers so much that you end up losing focus of your own driving. Just watch them carefully enough to gauge what they are doing.

• Practice driving in a variety of conditions on different terrains. For example, practice driving on the intersection in the rain, on a two lane road on a sunny day, and vice versa. Just make sure you understand the safety procedures you must take when driving in poor weather conditions.

• If you're nervous about approaching an intersection, try your best to stay cal. Pay attention to how fast the other vehicles are going and maintain the same speed in order to merge. Put more focus on what's going on around you than on your own nervousness and insecurities.

• Print out a checklist of the things you will be tested on. You can find one online. Take it with you whenever you practice driving. Make sure you can do every single thing on the list before test day.

Know you have some ideas of how you can make your driving lessons more productive. The more practice you receive, the less nervous you will feel on test day.

In order to pass your driving exam, you need to learn all of the rules of the road. Make sure you get plenty of practice in addition to your studying. You will find plenty of driving secrets on the internet. These tools and resources will help you get the driving education you need in order to pass!

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope this article explains it well. If you have more questions, don't forget to check out my guide.

Nadav

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Thursday, October 18, 2012

First Time Driving: Dylan

Today's first time driver is Dylan (yes, a boy!) who does a pretty good job. Here he is.


This video is from October 6, so Dylan still has a very long time until he can get his license. He does pretty well here, so it seems like he won't have any special trouble getting his license.

Good luck!
Nadav

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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Top Gear Australia vs. UK: Part 1

Today's Top Gear episode matches two Top Gear teams: the UK team and the Australian one. Who will win? Watch and find out.

Enjoy!

Nadav

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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Chinese Rules Change

If you plan to obtain a driver's license in China, be aware that the rules are changing. Here is the full blog post about it.

Yes, driving is regulated by the government, and governments are known to change rules and laws on a whim. Get used to it.

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Monday, October 15, 2012

What to Know When Looking for Insurance

Ladies and gentlemen, is back! This time he's going to explain us what we should know when we look for insurance.

What You Should Know When Searching for Cheap Car Insurance

Everyone needs auto insurance simply because they need to protect their vehicles and themselves. Finding cheap car insurance is a grueling task for many reasons. There are so many factors that influence the pricing of your auto insurance plan that it can become a headache to compute everything and put it all together. There are also different options you have when purchasing your plan, so it is common to be confused when dealing with auto insurance. We all want cheap car insurance, but we hate to do the work to get it!

So if you want cheap car insurance, you are going to have to be patient and persistent. You must be aware that there are many insurance plans out there, and you need to find the right one that has the correct combination of safety and affordability. That is why you need to explore different auto insurance companies and find out as much information about them as possible so that you can make an educated decision. Remember, not all auto insurance companies are created equal. One insurance company may accept you, while another may deny you of any plan. Be aware of this and keep searching. Also, some insurance companies may be more vulnerable to giving you a cheap car insurance plan compared to others, so consider that as well. If you can explore different companies, you will come across many options that will help you make the right decision.

Try not to fall for too many scams. There are many add-ons to insurance plans that can be quite attractive, but before you know it you are paying way too much money. Know what you want with your insurance plan so you can get the best pricing.

Methods to get cheap car insurance

One of the best ways to get cheap vehicle insurance is to be a safe driver. This should be common sense for everyone. First off, if you have a safe driving record you will already qualify for a cheap car insurance plan. Also, if you have a safe driving record it means you are not likely to get into an accident. As mentioned above, you need to be aware of not falling for too many add-ons with your plan. If you are a safe driver, you won't even need to consider these add-ons because you are less likely to get into an accident.

There are many actions that you can take when seeking cheap vehicle insurance. Of course you can and should search vigorously for auto plans, but the best way to save money is to be a safe driver.

Excellent Insurance strives to get you cheap car insurance. Check out our free article and tips to save today!

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Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you very much, Mack. Your articles are always welcome here!

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Sunday, October 14, 2012

Fix a Whistling Exhaust

If your car's exhaust is whistling or not accelerating, here is a video that will show you what went wrong.


I hope this helps,
Nadav

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Saturday, October 13, 2012

Still Too Hot

I've waited and tried to ignore it, but it doesn't help: it's still too hot here. After two and a half months of cool weather and rain, I just can't get used to the endless sun and heat waves around here.

This, of course, affects my driving. Entering a car here is a very hard task which can cause quick dehydration. Whenever I open a car door I get "slammed" by a heat wave that ruins all my plans to stay clean and dry.

I hope the summer will go away soon. I just can't handle it any more.

Nadav

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Friday, October 12, 2012

How to Practice What You Need

When you practice for the driving test, you need to know what to practice. Besides my driving test guide, you can also find some tips in this article.


If you are preparing for your driving test, then you need to know what to expect. First of all, you need to try to think positive so that you will be motivated enough to practice. While it's okay to be nervous, you don't want to think negative thoughts. Having the right mindset will enable you to keep practicing until you become a good driver.

Despite some of the horror stories you might have read, the DMV really isn't all that bad. Your examiner will WANT you to pass. Their goal is to put responsible drivers on the road. As long as you prove that you are responsible, you will have nothing to worry about.

Even though about half the people who take the test fail on their first try doesn't mean you will. The reason why the test is hard for them is because they weren't prepared. They didn't get enough practice in. Some people get nervous because they're not sure what to expect.

How to Practice for Your Test

If you're a minor, you will need to practice behind the wheel for a minimum number of hours, which varies from state. When you practice, ask the adult you're with if you are making any mistakes, and what you can do to correct them. Practice all of the maneuvers listed in your driver's manual. You can also find resources on the internet to help you prepare for both the written exam and the road exam.

Here are some tips on what you should practice on:

• Always remember to accelerate smoothly. Never race the engine or let it stall.

• Keep an eye on the speed limits. Try to go the speed limit as often as you can, but keep in mind that you might have to go a bit slower or faster at times, depending on road and traffic conditions.

• Avoid stopping the vehicle too quickly. It should always come to a stop gently. Know when to press down on the brakes and where to stop.

• Follow the vehicle in front of you at a safe distance. When you are in bad weather, increase the amount of space between you and it.

• Always scan the road in front of you and beside you. Check your mirrors. Your eyes should always be moving. Look over your shoulder before changing lanes. Be aware of potential hazards.

• Know what all of the traffic signs and signals mean, and obey them.

These are some of the most important things you need to do when practicing your driving. Keep them in mind and you should do well on your exam.

You can learn all you need to know for passing your road test online. Just look for practice quizzes, checklist, driving secrets, and more. There are plenty of resources and tools available to help student drivers pass.

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope this article helped you,
Nadav

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Thursday, October 11, 2012

First Time Driving: Maria

Maria is not a rare name, but today's Maria is only our second here. The first one was in April of 2010, two and a half years ago. The blog has really progressed.


Maria got her permit on October 5, so she still has a very long way until she can get her license. She's doing pretty well here, so it doesn't seem like she'll have a special problem.

Good luck!
Nadav

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Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Top Gear Brundle and Coulthard Q & A: Part 2

Here is the second part of the Top Gear Q & A with Brundle and Coulthard.


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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

A Year's Practice

British drivers-to-be, beware: the Association of British Insurers wants you to learn how to drive for a whole year.

The association found that an 18-year-old driver is three times more likely to be involved in an accident than a 30-year-old driver. In my opinion, they forget one simple fact: it's because of experience.

Experience is gained through practice. The driving lessons are all about practice, but they are much more expensive than just taking a car and driving. Raising the cost of practice will enable much less people to have a license.

Hopefully the British authorities will be smart here,
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Monday, October 8, 2012

Find a Cheap Policy

Today's article is by Christina A John who will explain us how to find a good insurance policy.

Finding a Cheap Car Insurance Policy

In the world today, every person is looking for ways of cutting down their monthly expenditure. Many people who slash their budget normally do not consider changing their existing auto insurance as a way of saving money. The majority of people consider existing cheap car insurance to be a little more lavish. Nonetheless, car insurance is a must to any vehicle owner, but there are a number of options for any car owner to find cheap car insurance; despite his current financial situation.

What you should know about cheap car insurance

• To find a reliable insurance company is a difficult task on its own. Convincing a number of different insurance companies who continually throws quotes at you can be a difficult task. However, anyone who focuses on the basics and stops making the procedure to be more difficult than it is supposed to be, can easily find the best option.

• You should check on discounts, which are available. Some insurance are readily available so long as you buy an insurance policy. Other insurance companies may be specific, and any shopper should inquire about discounts being offered, before deciding on the insurance. You should not overpay for anything when you can get it cheaply, especially on car insurance. It costs nothing to ask. However, make sure it covers all damages including car transportation fatalities.

• To qualify for cheap car insurance, you need to maintain a clean driving record. It is more expensive for people who have accident records to get auto insurance as compared to those who do not. Insurance providers always want to insure people with the lowest risk possible. This means that any vehicle owner should always drive carefully, and this is the key to obtaining cheaper insurance.

• Having a good credit record also helps in obtaining cheap insurance. Proving to the insurance provider that you can drive is an added advantage, but you should also prove that you always take care of your bills on time. Credit card history may seem irrelevant to car insurance, but it is usually a perfect indicator of the amount of risk you pose for the insurance provider. People with bad credit find it rough in obtaining cheap car insurance.

There are other options to choose from

You need to check on the regular interval required by the insurance company to pay the insurance. Choosing to pay your insurance yearly can enable you to score more discount compared to monthly payments. When you choose this option, you may avoid paying administrative fees and other surcharges, which comes with monthly payments. One can overlook factors like administrative fees which seem small, but you take a closer look at it, the result can be financially rewarding.

Since it is mandatory in most countries for a car owner to have auto insurance, it is advisable to find discounted programs offered in your state. Some states have special discount to those people who are considered low-income earners. For those people who are safe drivers and are able to shop around, they can get grand deals from cheap car insurance providers.
What you need to do is to locate and go to the company's office and acquire the cheapest insurance for your car.

Christina is an executive at auto transport depot (a network of auto carriers). She has written articles and helping tips for readers looking for reliable car transportation companies.


Thank you Christina! That was very helpful.

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Sunday, October 7, 2012

Replace the Rear Pinion Seal

If you ever heard of a pinion seal, you know that it may break. Here is a video showing how to replace it.


Once again, don't do anything unless you know what you're doing!
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Saturday, October 6, 2012

Lower Gas Prices

After a month of insane gas prices around here, they finally dropped. Not too much and not to US levels, but still easier on the wallet and the eyes.

The problem is that over half that price is tax, which means there is a tax of over 100% on gasoline here. The demand for gasoline doesn't change much with price, and the government gets more money for its spending while making us poorer.

Hopefully this will change some day. These prices are getting impossible to pay.

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Friday, October 5, 2012

Some Confidence Tips

When practicing driving it's important to gain confidence. Here is an article I wrote about this issue.


Student drivers all want to pass their driver's exam on the first try without any effort. Unfortunately, it's not easy to do. For the vast majority of student drivers, passing requires a lot of practice and effort. Approximately 50% of young drivers fail on their first try. Part of this reason is due to lack of confidence.

If you are feeling nervous about your upcoming test, then you need to build your confidence. The only way you can do this is to study and practice. Try getting comfortable and confident behind the wheel.

Here are some tips for becoming more confident in your driving abilities:

• The very first thing you need to do, if you haven't yet, is learn the rules of the road and traffic signs. You can find all of this information in an online guide. You should know all of this in order to pass the written test. Apply it to your practice as you learn how to drive. If you know all of the rules, you won't become confused over any signs.

• Practice with a qualified instructor. If you can't find one, ask a responsible adult driver to help you. The person you practice with should be someone who has a clean driving record. He or she should be very observant. Never practice driving with a nervous person.

• If any of your friends have failed, ask them what they did to lose points. Learn about common mistakes and aim to avoid them. Look for a checklist of things you need to do in order to be a good driver online. Print it out and take it with you as you practice driving. If you make any mistakes, work on them. Know your weaknesses and make improvements wherever you can.

• Start out practicing on a clear day. As you begin to feel comfortable behind the wheel, you can move on to more extreme weather conditions. When you practice driving in bad weather, do so in an area where there aren't many other vehicles or people.

• Practice driving on different types of roads. Your first practice area should be an empty parking lot. Just drive around in circles until your hands start to feel comfortable on the wheel. Take your time - you won't become a seasoned driver overnight. As you start to get better, you can move on to a two-lane road, and then to a freeway.

As long as you follow these pointers, you should be able to build up your confidence. This will make it easier for you to pass your test on the first try.

You can find a lot more information on how to pass your drivers test on the first try online. All you have to do is check out some online resources and tips. You can even find a checklist of things that the examiner will be testing you on.

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope this article helped you.

Nadav

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Thursday, October 4, 2012

First Time Driving: Rayanna

Today's first time driver is Rayanna who tries to avoid the cops and has some hysteric laughs. Here she is.


This video is from September 22, so Rayanna still has a long time to go until she can get her license. She needs to calm down a bit and she'll do just fine.

Good luck!
Nadav

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Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Top Gear Brundle and Coulthard Q & A: Part 1

In today's episode, Top Gear gives its audience a chance to ask two racing drivers anything they want. Here is what happened.

Enjoy!

Nadav

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Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Is China Becoming Electric?

Several Chinese ministries and government agencies took a test drive in the new Chinese made electric cars. After that, the staff will drive 23 cars made by BYD Co Ltd.

Even with this news, sales remain low, mainly because of high prices. So far there is no cheaper alternative to gasoline, even with soaring prices.

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Monday, October 1, 2012

Find Good Insurance Deals

When you have a car you want to find the best possible insurance deal. Here is an article by that will help you find such deals.

Cheap Car Insurance Deals Are Always Available

When it comes to getting good and cheap car insurance deals, the customer is always the king. Since there are so many companies offering cover, the competition is extremely hot and this makes it better for the consumer. Although most companies will show the lowest rates possible, the person looking for insurance must always check the small print since there could be one or two clauses which will not sit well. If necessary, go with a company already known to friends or family members to ensure that they are good.

There are many different options when it comes to cheap auto insurance and it is not always the cheapest that is best. Shopping around to see what is on offer will give the would-be driver a chance to see what kind of offers there are available. The cheapest deals are always available online since companies have lower overheads to pay when they are dealing directly with clients.

Each and every company will deal with its clients in a different manner and will ask different questions. Some will be standard but some companies consider certain people to be better drivers than others so their questions will be slanted to their own viewpoint. For example, women are considered in general to have fewer accidents than aggressive males so they may well like to insure females over males.

Most states recommend getting no less than three different cheap auto insurance quotes and comparing them with each other. Of course, the list of companies is endless and this sampling can take in many more but it all depends on how much time the driver has.

As mentioned, cheap is desirable but not the only consideration when it comes to cheap auto insurance. The company should be a licensed agent and be able to prove it. This means that should they go bankrupt for any reason, the driver will still be covered up to the end of the policy. This came about because individuals were caught out by sinking companies over the years until the licensing board stepped in to regulate matters.

Some online sites will have guides for premiums and these are easily obtainable. Companies that have had complaints raised against them are noted here and it may also be a good idea to visit the National Association of Insurance Commissioners to check out for any other details too.

Be wary of agents that represent more than one company since they will obviously push the policies that pay them a better commission. Make sure that the cover being offered under a cheap auto insurance deal fits in with the needs of the driver first and then choose from this point of view. Remember to mention any valuable equipment on or in the car too since this may be excluded if not named on the policy. It may add some expense but at least the coverage will be more complete. Failing to do this will lead to disappointment should anything go wrong of course.

Shop for Cheap Car Insurance at My Cheapest Car Insurance! - Compare Cheap Car Insurance Quotes Online or Over the Phone and Save up to $500 a Year on Auto Insurance!

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Thank you, Kain. That was a very helpful article.
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