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RE: Do you really need extra insurance for a rental in Montana?
I hear you on the overpriced part, but after what happened to me last summer in Bozeman, I get why some folks just pay it. I had a rock chip the windshield on a rental SUV - super minor, but the rental company wanted to ...
RE: Bundling insurance with USAA: worth it or just hype?
Bundling’s always sounded good in theory, but I totally get the skepticism about “convenience” just being a buzzword. My experience with USAA has actually been somewhere in between yours and the OP’s - nothing dramatic, ...
RE: Getting caught without car insurance in Iowa is no joke
Honestly, I get the logic behind carrying a paper card, but I’ve never actually needed one. I do a lot of long drives and road trips, and my phone’s always charged or I’ve got a backup battery in the car. The insurance a...
RE: Why I was surprised to learn Nebraska requires uninsured motorist coverage
Title: Why I was surprised to learn Nebraska requires uninsured motorist coverage Yeah, insurance math never adds up for car folks. I had a similar thing happen after my old Mustang got sideswiped in a parking lot - oth...
RE: Why California’s minimum car insurance might not be enough
Bundling helped a bit for me, but honestly, the savings weren’t huge - maybe 10% off total. Where it really made a difference was with agreed value on my old Miata. The regular policy just didn’t cut it for what the car’...
RE: Rising premiums for business vehicle fleets - anyone else notice this?
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing with those tracking apps. My last road trip, I got dinged for “aggressive cornering” just merging onto the highway in a rental. Meanwhile, my friend’s newer crossover basically drives it...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
Had the same thing happen last year - rates shot up for no clear reason. I get wanting to stick with what’s familiar, but honestly, loyalty doesn’t seem to pay with insurance companies. I ended up switching to Kentucky F...
RE: Would you stick with your insurer for free coffee or movie tickets?
Title: Would you stick with your insurer for free coffee or movie tickets? I get the appeal of those little extras, but honestly, I’m not sure they really tip the scales for me. Last year, I did a 2-week road trip acros...
RE: Insurance tips for my vintage ride needed
Yeah, I’ve run into that too - insurance folks seem to think every aftermarket part is some rare artifact. I started keeping a digital folder with photos and receipts for everything, even the little stuff like shift knob...
RE: finally found an insurance company in CA that doesn't drive me nuts
Yeah, insurers definitely have some oddball criteria. A few years back, I had a Subaru WRX - nothing crazy, just stock - but my insurer treated it like a ticking time bomb. When I asked why, they mentioned something vagu...
RE: Quick Tips for When Your EV Leaves You Stranded
Good points overall, but I'd still recommend keeping a portable charging cable and adapters handy - especially if you're hitting unfamiliar routes. I've done plenty of road trips, and even with careful planning, things c...
RE: is accident forgiveness really worth it in Ohio?
Accident forgiveness can definitely be a lifesaver, but I've always wondered if the math really adds up for everyone. I mean, insurance companies aren't charities - they've gotta make money somehow, right? So if they're ...
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
Had similar experiences myself, especially with rural vs urban areas. Last summer, got stuck with a dead alternator in a tiny town - waited almost two hours. But in bigger cities, AAA's usually pretty quick. Agree that m...
RE: CLASSIC CAR STORAGE: ARE NEW CITY RULES GOING TOO FAR?
Yeah, those storage fees definitely creep up quicker than you'd expect. I rented a spot last winter thinking it'd just be temporary, but ended up keeping it way longer than planned - lesson learned. And good point about ...
RE: Can Military Folks Really Get Cheaper Insurance Rates?
Yeah, your take makes sense. Insurance companies probably see military folks as a stable demographic overall - steady income, disciplined lifestyle, etc. - rather than assuming they're all perfect drivers. I've road-trip...