Now that I have experience driving as a safe driver I must admit I do enjoy the fact that I have a lower premium when it comes to my

auto insurance.

I do remember when it was much higher, but then again that was when I was just a teenager.

However, I also became aware of some useful tips to saving money on auto insurance that every driver should know regardless of age.

The first tip to saving money on your insurance policy is to drive less.

When an insurance carrier is determining your premium they consider the fact that driving more equals a higher chance of you

getting into an accident.

The next tip is to drive safer.

Driving defensively and/or taking a defensive driving course can save drivers on policy premiums when they are shopping for the

best policy.

Some ways to drive safer include driving less at night time or when road conditions aren’t ideal.

Another way to save money on your policy may be to combine policies that you already have with your carrier.

Most carriers will offer insurers a discount if they have multiple policies or multiple vehicles on a policy.

The next tip should be considered before you even buy a vehicle.

When considering the costs of insurance think of the kind of vehicle that you want to buy.

Premiums on a 4-door vehicle typically are cheaper than the sports car that you may be eyeing.

Other than just the vehicles risk the cost of the vehicle will also be taken into consideration.

Again, the sedan is usually less expensive than the Corvette, and so a lower premium will be needed to cover the car.

Let’s talk about coverage options on an auto insurance policy.

Drivers should always consider the age of their vehicle and how much they value it.

For example a driver will usually want more coverage on a new vehicle, but may only want liability on an older vehicle.

This can make a difference in premium costs.

There is also the deductible to consider.

Drivers must consider what they are comfortable paying if they need to use their coverage.

If drivers are more financially comfortable paying a higher deductible then they can save money on their insurance premium.

The final tip that I will discuss for saving money on auto insurance is to pit insurance companies against each other.

By comparing multiple insurance agencies a driver’s options remain open.