Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...

Auto collision insurance covers your car's repair or replacement costs after an accident. Learn what it includes, how it works and if it's right for you. Written By Written by Insurance Senior Editor, ...

Collision insurance pays for repairs to your vehicle if you hit another car or object, such as a tree or guard rail. Comprehensive insurance pays for car theft and damage to your car caused by ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

Auto insurance coverage comes in many forms, and what you'll pay — both for your premium and if you need to file a claim — will rely heavily on the coverages you choose. Two of the primary types ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Marguerita is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor ...

Rear-end collisions are common, especially in areas where heavy traffic is an everyday occurrence. Even vigilant drivers sometimes lose focus, so automakers have stepped in with a technology that ...

Our team looked at over 100 of the top auto insurance providers in the U.S., from national providers like USAA, Travelers, and State Farm to regional providers like Erie Insurance. 8,500 Data Points ...

Collision and comprehensive insurance are two types of auto insurance coverages. They are not legally required by any state, but your lender will require them if you have a loan or lease. These ...