My Car Quest

January 3, 2026

Why Vehicle Type and Usage Should Affect Your Auto Insurance Decision

Got a sports car sitting in the garage you drive once a week? Or a daily commuter vehicle that racks up the mileage? You need insurance for both, but you don’t need the same insurance. Your car and the way you use it directly affect how an insurer … [Read more...]

Renewing Car Insurance This Year? 6 Things to Check Before You Click “Proceed”

A quick click can lock in a whole year of cover, yet many motorists renew out of habit and overlook crucial details. Before confirming car insurance online, pause for a short, methodical review. Doing so helps align the policy with current needs, … [Read more...]

Caught in a Crash Without Insurance—Now What?

It is stressful to experience a car accident, but to be left uninsured is a whole other scenario to deal with. Here we look at practical things you can do if you find yourself in this position. Assessing the Situation After a not at fault car … [Read more...]

Tesla’s Accident Repair Cost Learning Curve

by Mike Gulett - One of the advantages of being an established car manufacturer like General Motors, Ford or Mercedes-Benz (and many others) is that they know how to build in lowering the cost of repair and thus reduced insurance premiums into … [Read more...]

Do You Need Extra Insurance When Renting a Car?

Taking a trip to Orange County can be a lot of fun but getting in an accident with a rental car is the last thing you want to deal with on your vacation. When you rent a vehicle, you sign a contract agreeing to return the vehicle in the same … [Read more...]

Unplanned Car Repairs Can Lead to Financial Problems

If you're like most people, your car is one of your biggest investments. It's important to take care of it and make sure that any necessary repairs are made as soon as possible. Unfortunately, many people wait until their car is in a state of … [Read more...]