Both parents and teens are excited and nervous at the prospect of becoming a new driver. With the newfound freedom of driving also comes the expenses associated with the responsibility. Pennsylvania Toyota dealership knows that auto insurance for a teen can be particularly expensive. Rest assured however, that there are way to save money and have peace of mind that they are still adequately protected by their auto policy.
Good Student Discounts
Many companies will offer discounts to students, both high school and college who maintain specific requirements. These requirements vary from carrier to carrier but typically include criteria such as being between the ages of 16 and 24, maintaining full time student status and achieving a GPA of at least 3.0 or on the Honor Roll. Proof will then need to be provided in the form of a report card or letter from the school. Each time the policy is up for renewal, this proof will have to be provided.
Driver Education
If the teen completes a state-approved driver training course they are typically eligible, with proof of completion for a discount.
Mileage
Many teen don’t drive as much as adults as they stay close to home. If you find that your teen is driving a low number of miles each year, you may be able to lower your rate.
Multi-Car Discounts
While the initial inclination is to have the teen get their own policy due to the expense, the most financially sound choice is to add them to your policy. Most companies offer multi-car discounts, by adding another vehicle to your policy, you may see a decline in your rates.
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