Collision Insurance: What It Covers and Who Needs It
Collision insurance sounds pretty straightforward, but it won’t cover every bill after a crash. Collision coverage pays to repair your own car’s damage when you hit another vehicle or object…
Lacie Glover
Lacie is an editor and writer specializing in all types of insurance matters and is NerdWallet's authority on auto insurance. She has written for U.S. News & World Report, Time and USA Today, and occasionally shares her expertise on radio. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading or optimizing her own personal finances, from small purchases to travel plans. Email her at [email protected]
Posts by Lacie Glover:
Understanding Comprehensive and Collision Insurance
Collision and comprehensive insurance are two of the most important types of car insurance to understand. They’re not legally required by any state, but they can come to the rescue in a…
Cheapest Auto Insurance in Houston for 2020
Finding cheap auto insurance in Houston can be a challenge. Car insurance prices in Houston run about $20 a month higher than the average in Texas, NerdWallet’s 2020 rates analysis…
Getting Cheap Car Insurance for New Drivers
Most new drivers are young people getting behind the wheel for the first time, but to car insurance companies, anyone without a recent driving record represents the same risk. So…
How to Get a Car Loan
To get the best interest rate on an auto loan it’s essential to shop around for the best lenders and get a preapproved loan before you go to the dealership.…
Does Getting Insurance Quotes Affect Your Credit Score?
Car insurance quotes and credit history are connected, but not how you might expect. There’s no “hard credit pull” for auto insurance quotes. That means that your credit score won’t…
Elephant Insurance Review 2020
Elephant Insurance is a small company, currently available in seven states: Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Tennessee, Texas, Ohio and Virginia. Founded in 2009, Elephant only writes auto insurance policies. However, it…
Non-Owner Car Insurance: Where to Buy and What It Covers
Non-owner car insurance provides liability coverage when you don’t have a car and drive one that isn’t yours. Liability coverage pays for injuries and property damage you cause to others…
Chubb Insurance Review 2020
Chubb specializes in auto and home insurance for well-to-do customers. The company’s suite of products features generous coverage options and perks that aren’t usually available from other insurers. Chubb auto…
Think Twice Before Paying for Accident Forgiveness
If you pay extra for accident forgiveness with your car insurance, you might think your premium won’t go up if you cause a crash. But don’t bet on it —…
