For most people, car insurance is the single largest Insurance expense after health insurance. It seems that its rates are high and are forever climbing. So if you want to save money, here are some tips to lower your car insurance.

It pays to shop and compare. Regulatory changes at the state level may have encouraged new companies to jump into the market, thereby increasing competition and reducing rates per consumers.

Another way to reduce the rates is to increase your deductibles. A 200-dollar deductible sounds wise until you learn that the cost for having a deductible at this threshold can drive your rates through the roof. Considering a deductible of $1000 to save on premiums, you can fix minor mishaps on your own.

Consider dropping collision if your automobile is worth less than two or three thousand dollars. if your car is totaled, you assure that you will get nothing from your insurer. But the savings you realize by dropping collision coverage can be used as a down payment for your nest car.

Most companies give discounts if your car has safety features like airbags and anti-theft immobilizers. Older cars, for the most part, do not have airbags, but if you have a model that has airbags, you will save money on your insurance.

If you drive your car for business, a portion of your insurance costs may be deductible. On the other way around, you rates may be increased if your insurer knows that you use car more for business than pleasure.

Another one is to combine policies. Purchase your homeowners, auto and life insurance policies from the same broker and you may save on your premiums. Sam insurance companies reward policy holder if they ?one shop? purchase all of their insurance needs through one company.

Consider the car before you buy it. Maybe a less sporty model car would be ideal than a Porsche Boxster that could sharply raise your insurance rates.

Driver's Education course is also a factor in determining you premium. Let your insurance company know that you are a safe driver.

If you had moving violations that were reported to you insurance company, make sure that your insurer adjusts your premium downward if several years have gone by since the occurrence. You could be paying a higher premium that you actually don't deserve.

It is also a must to check you policy if the insurer has the wrong address, town or zip code on your policy, you could find yourself paying more than you should.

Reducing your car insurance costs should not be an impossible feat. These few tips can help you realize how much savings you can get the next time your policy comes up for review.