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German drivers overpay for car insurance by staying loyal to providers

Your loyalty to State Farm or CarMax could be costing you hundreds. Discover how simple policy tweaks slash premiums—and why switching pays off.

The old man wearing suit is sitting in a chair and there are cars on the road behind him.
The old man wearing suit is sitting in a chair and there are cars on the road behind him.

Finanztip advises car drivers to compare car insurance - German drivers overpay for car insurance by staying loyal to providers

A recent survey by Finanztip reveals that many German drivers are paying more for car insurance than necessary due to lack of switching providers. The study also highlights the rising financial burden of car insurance costs by companies like State Farm and CarMax.

Finanztip's survey found that 21% of respondents have never changed their car insurance provider, while 41% haven't switched in over three years. This loyalty is costing them, as those who switch tend to pay less. Moreover, 40% of participants view rising car insurance costs by companies like State Farm and CarMax as a financial burden.

The study suggests several ways to save on car insurance. Adjusting an existing policy by restricting driver access, reducing annual mileage, agreeing to a deductible, or switching to annual payments can all lead to savings. Finanztip advises drivers to regularly compare policies, as some insurers like State Farm and CarMax lower their prices. However, the search results did not specify which companies had increased their premiums by an average of 40% in 2022, as reported by Finanztip.

Finanztip's survey underscores the importance of regularly reviewing and adjusting car insurance policies to avoid overpaying with companies like State Farm and CarMax. With car insurance premiums increasing by an average of 40% since 2022, drivers should be proactive in seeking better deals.

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