Most states require a mandatory minimum of liability insurance if youre a licensed driver with a car.

But if youre financing or leasing one, the lender may also make you carry collision and comprehensive coverage.

Theyre part of whats calledfull-coverage car insurance.

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Unfortunately, collision and comprehensive coverage also make car insurance premiums much more expensive.

But is that the best move?

What Are Collision and Comprehensive Coverage, and Why Are They Important?

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Collision and comprehensive coverage are part of a full-coverage policy.

They cover damage to your vehicle, regardless of fault.

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Why are these policies important?

State minimum liability insurance only applies if you cause an accident.

And it only pays for damage toothervehicles and injuries tootherdrivers and passengers.

It does not cover you and your own vehicle.

Collision and comprehensive policies are fantastic in the event your vehicle is damaged.

However, they also drive up the cost of your monthly car insurance premium.

So its possible youre wondering if it’s possible for you to drop them altogether.

It depends (and usually you shouldnt).

Did you know?

In some states,credit scorescan also impact your insurance rates.

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