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 ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

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Did you know there are eight types of car insurance? Some are required by law and vary depending on where you live, while others are optional. We’ll break down each type to help you figure out which ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Collision insurance is auto coverage that reimburses the insured for damage sustained to ...

A collision damage waiver (CDW) covers rental car damage or theft and is available from the rental agency, your credit card, or your personal car insurance.

If you’re in a car accident, the last thing you want to worry about is how you’ll pay for repairs. Collision insurance offers peace of mind by covering the cost of damages to your vehicle after a ...