Anyone who is looking for auto insurance in Phoenix will want to shop carefully. The wrong choice can be not only costly in terms of premiums but may not give the customer the right coverage.
Full coverage or PL/PD?
Policies fall into to two basic categories. Full coverage is the more robust package. It covers damage to the driver’s car in addition to the car of the other party. This kind is a requirement if the car is a fairly expensive or newer one as well as if the car is being financed. This protects the lender’s investment so that the car loan is paid off if the car is totaled.
PLPD is public liability and property damage. People with older cars or ones that are paid for often choose this option. This results in a lower overall premium but it does not cover repairs to the vehicle. This is something that the owner will have to pay for separately or send the car out to the junkyard.
What features should a policy have?
People will want to make sure that they have the right amount of coverage to repair their cars if an accident occurs but also to pay for the other car. There should be consideration for medical coverage as well for all parties involved. Talking with an insurance broker about the amounts is often the best way to
get clarity about the numbers, as they will know what the most common and appropriate figures will be.
One handy feature to have is towing. Every insurance company doesn’t offer this, but it is something that people frequently need. This can get the car off the freeway or road if it becomes disabled because of an accident or breakdown. Some policies have emergency breakdown services such as battery charging or changing flat tires. For most people, this can be a welcome feature.
Who to contact?
Calling an individual company about policies may not give people the best result. There can be a considerable amount of difference between companies and features. Working with a broker is often the best way to go. A broker will be able to look at the customer’s needs and see which company is the best fit. Most brokers work with a variety of different companies and will be able to quickly determine which companies are not only the best in terms of pricing but also in terms of coverage.
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