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RE: Which Roadside Help Would You Trust More: AAA or Your Insurance Company?
I get the frustration, but honestly, I’ve had better luck with insurance roadside than AAA. Maybe it’s just my area, but the last couple times I needed help, my insurance sent someone out way faster than AAA ever did. On...
RE: Finding decent car insurance deals on the islands - my step-by-step
I hear you on that. I’ve gone back and forth myself. There was a stretch where I skipped roadside to save a few bucks, and of course that’s when my battery died at the worst possible time - middle of a rainstorm, no less...
RE: Finding decent car insurance in Delaware without losing your mind
Totally agree about the local shops being more chill. I’ve had a small agent just waive a random admin fee when I asked about it, but the big guys wouldn’t budge. Has anyone actually had luck negotiating rates or is it j...
RE: What happens if your rideshare app is between trips and you get into an accident?
Honestly, I get the frustration, but I don’t think it’s *all* on the insurance companies. There’s just so many new ways people use their cars now - rideshare, delivery, whatever - that it’s gotta be tough for them to kee...
RE: Letting friends drive your car in MN: better to add them or rely on permissive use?
Yeah, I’m with you - permissive use is pretty much built for those random times a friend needs your car. Never had an issue with insurance questioning a claim, either. Had my brother borrow mine once after his broke down...
RE: What happens if your rideshare app is between trips and you get into an accident?
That’s rough. I’ve heard similar stories - seems like a lot of folks don’t realize that just being “online” with the app can put you in a weird insurance limbo. The rideshare company usually has some coverage during that...
RE: WHEN DOES PAYING EXTRA FOR MEDICAL COVERAGE ON AUTO POLICIES MAKE SENSE?
WHEN DOES PAYING EXTRA FOR MEDICAL COVERAGE ON AUTO POLICIES MAKE SENSE? I totally get where you’re coming from. I used to think the med pay was just another way for the insurance company to squeeze a few more bucks out...
RE: Are those price-checker sites actually reliable?
Yeah, those price-checkers are handy, but I’ve learned not to trust them blindly. I once thought I was getting a steal on a Corolla - until my mechanic found rust in places I didn’t even know existed. Sometimes you gotta...
RE: lent my car to a friend, insurance got messy real quick
Had a similar thing happen when my brother borrowed my car and dinged someone's bumper. Insurance got involved, and it was a bit messy at first, but surprisingly they sorted it out pretty smoothly once they confirmed he ...
RE: Insurance tips for my vintage ride needed
Had a similar experience with my old Beetle. Insurance was chill until I needed a tow... then suddenly it felt like an IRS audit, lol. You're totally right about documentation - seems tedious at first, but it's worth it ...
RE: Finally figured out how car insurance works in no-fault states
I've had mine plugged into the cigarette lighter for months now, and honestly, clutter hasn't been a huge issue for me. But I do get what you're saying about accidentally unplugging it - happened to me once when I was fu...
RE: Hypothetical Car Accident: How Does PIP Insurance Actually Work?
Yeah, that's solid advice. Had a similar thing happen to me a couple years back - felt totally fine right after the accident, but woke up sore as heck two days later. Luckily, I'd already mentioned feeling a bit off to t...
RE: Hypothetical Car Accident: How Does PIP Insurance Actually Work?
Had a similar experience once, but honestly... alignment issues can creep up over time from regular potholes or rough roads too. Maybe insurers have a point being cautious about delayed claims? Just a thought.
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
Yeah, I noticed something similar after renewing with AAA this year. The app took days to update my policy details... kinda frustrating when you're relying on it. But honestly, I think you're right - most insurance apps ...
RE: saving cash on insurance when you're young and broke
Totally get that. Convenience is definitely underrated, especially when you're juggling work, bills, and life in general. I tried splitting my policies once too - ended up missing a payment and scrambling to fix it. But ...