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Best Used-Car Warranty Companies (2026)

Best Used-Car Warranty Companies

CarShield, Endurance, and Select Auto Protect are some of the best used-car warranty companies.
By Kat Tretina|May 15, 2025
How to Check Your Car’s Warranty

How to Check Your Car’s Warranty

You can check your car’s warranty by looking at your owner’s manual or bill of sale, using the VIN, going to the manufacturer’s website, contacting the dealership, or getting a CARFAX report.
By Ben Luthi|May 15, 2025
Average Car Insurance Rates as of May 2025 | Insurify

Average Car Insurance Rates as of May 2025

The overall national average cost of car insurance held steady in April at $150 per month.
By Chris Schafer|May 14, 2025
What to Know About Illinois Vehicle Emissions Testing

What to Know About Illinois Vehicle Emissions Testing

Illinois requires emissions testing for most gasoline-powered vehicles in counties near big cities every two years. Some exceptions may apply, depending on your ZIP code.
By Sarah Archambault|May 13, 2025
Does Road Salt Damage Cars?

Does Road Salt Damage Cars?

Road salt can corrode and rust your car. Proper maintenance can help prevent major damage.
By Catherine Collins|May 12, 2025
Best Extended Car Warranty Companies (2026)

Best Extended Car Warranty Companies

Endurance, American Dream, and Omega Auto Care are some of the best car warranty companies.
By Ben Luthi|May 12, 2025
What Does a Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty Cover?

What Does a Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty Cover?

A bumper-to-bumper warranty covers your car’s parts from front to rear bumper.
By Sarah Archambault|May 8, 2025
Tariffs Could Raise Prices for Popular New Models by 15% — and Make Car Insurance More Expensive

Tariffs Could Raise Prices for Popular New Models by 15% — and Make Car Insurance More Expensive

Prices for some bestselling new models may climb by up to 25%. Meanwhile, Insurify projects that the average annual cost of car insurance could rise to $2,527 by the end of 2025, based on the latest tariff updates.
By Matt Brannon|May 7, 2025
Risky Phone Behavior Behind the Wheel Historically Soars on Mother’s Day

Risky Phone Behavior Behind the Wheel Historically Soars on Mother’s Day

Phone distractions jump 22% between 7 and 9 a.m. on the holiday, telematics company finds.
By Evelyn Pimplaskar|May 5, 2025
New York May Limit Use of Credit Info for Car Insurance Ratings and Renewals

New York May Limit Use of Credit Info for Car Insurance Ratings and Renewals

A newly introduced bill would bar insurers from using credit information as a determining factor when issuing and underwriting car insurance.
By Katie Powers|April 28, 2025
20 States With the Safest and Most Dangerous Drivers

20 States With the Safest and Most Dangerous Drivers

Michigan has the safest drivers, while Rhode Islanders are the most dangerous, Insurify data shows.
By Cassie Sheets|April 24, 2025
Does a Warranty Cover Car Batteries?

Does a Warranty Cover Car Batteries?

Your vehicle’s warranty covers your car battery, but usually only up to a certain amount of years or miles, and conditions may apply.
By Sarah Archambault|April 21, 2025
Honda Civic Car Insurance Quotes (2026)

Honda Civic Car Insurance Quotes

Honda Civic drivers pay an average of $153 per month for car insurance.
By Anna Baluch|April 21, 2025
Distracted Driving Is Down, But More Drivers Engage in the Riskiest Distractions

Distracted Driving Is Down, But More Drivers Engage in the Riskiest Distractions

Using or just moving a mobile phone spikes crash risks by 240%, report says.
By Evelyn Pimplaskar|April 15, 2025
Minnesota Considers ‘Lifeline’ Car Insurance Program for Low-Income Drivers

Minnesota Considers ‘Lifeline’ Car Insurance Program for Low-Income Drivers

The program would provide bare-bones coverage for eligible Minnesotans.
By Julia Taliesin|April 14, 2025
10 Car Models With the Fastest-Rising Insurance Costs Between 2024 and 2025

10 Car Models With the Fastest-Rising Insurance Costs Between 2024 and 2025

Average insurance costs for three Tesla models increased by more than double the national rate, Insurify data revealed.
By Cassie Sheets|April 9, 2025
Average Car Insurance Rates as of April 2025 | Insurify

Average Car Insurance Rates as of April 2025

The overall national average cost of car insurance rose slightly in March to $150 per month.
By Chris Schafer|April 8, 2025
Tariffs on Auto Imports and More Would Raise Car Insurance Rates 280% Faster

Tariffs on Auto Imports and More Would Raise Car Insurance Rates 280% Faster

Insurify projects the average annual cost of full-coverage car insurance will climb 19% by the end of 2025, hitting $2,759. Tariffs will contribute to the bulk of the price hike.
By Matt Brannon|April 3, 2025