South Dakota Auto Insurance Quotes

At HomeInsurance.com, our customers know that we are not just home insurance. We offer some of the most competitive auto insurance rates and home and auto insurance discounts available. Finally, finding competitive, low cost car insurance quotes in South Dakota does not have to be a chore. Fill out one form and our licensed agents will match you with the South Dakota auto insurance provider that offers the best rate for your vehicle and your drivers.

The average South Dakota car insurance rate in 2008 was $520.00. It appears that rates have increased over the past 3 years, so make sure you shop your South Dakota auto insurance policy today.

Since rates have increased in recent months, it’s important to continue to save money and find great coverage on South Dakota auto insurance. Be sure to ask your South Dakota car insurance agent about a Home-Auto Discount which can save you up to 25% or more on your home and auto insurance. Also, check your coverages on a regular basis to make sure you have enough auto insurance coverage in the event of a accident or other claim.

South Dakota Auto Insurance Coverage Requirements

Bodily Injury: South Dakota drivers are required by law to carry a minimum of $25,000 of bodily injury coverage with a maximum of $50,000 per accident. Bodily injury coverage provides for lost wages, funeral expenses and medical expenses in the event of an accident where injuries are sustained.

Property Damage: Drivers in South Dakota must carry a minimum of $25,000 in property damage liability coverage for every owned vehicle. This coverage protects drivers from damages caused to private and public property damaged in an accident.

South Dakota Recommended Coverages

• Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage- a type of insurance which pays for the damages caused by uninsured and underinsured drivers.
• Comprehensive and Collision Coverage- a type of insurance coverage which pays for damages caused by storms and other natural disasters

Another way to save money on South Dakota car insurance premiums is to take advantage of auto insurance discounts that can save you money in your area. Read more about the South Dakota Home-Auto Discount.

Auto Insurance Tools and Tips:

• Auto Insurance Quiz- Why do you really pay what you do for auto insurance? Quiz yourself!
• Teen Driver Contract- Download our free teen driver contract and start protecting your teens on the road today.
• Car Insurance RateReport: See how your premiums add up against other drivers in the country with our interactive RateReport map.

South Dakota Most Stolen Vehicles

Some specific vehicle models are known for being more commonly stolen than others. Owning one of these vehicles may affect your auto insurance rates. Check out the most commonly stolen vehicles in South Dakota:

The Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in South Dakota

Rank	Year	Vehicle
0	2000	Jeep Cherokee/Grand Cherokee
1	1992	Chevrolet Full Size C/K 1500 Pickup
2	1997	Ford F150 Series
3	1992	Chevrolet Blazer
4	2001	Ford Explorer
5	1993	Ford Taurus
6	1993	Dodge Caravan
7	1999	Pontiac Grand Am
8	1999	Dodge Ram Pickup
9	1992	Chevrolet Lumina (Passenger Car)

Source: © 2007 National Insurance Crime Bureau.

South Dakota Driver Licensing Rules/Regulations:

Laws about licensing new drivers vary per state and are unique in South Dakota. Drivers shopping for South Dakota teen auto insurance should review the laws regarding young drivers in their state. A summary of South Dakota young driver and driver licensing regulations are listed below, as per the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS):

To earn a South Dakota learners permit you must be of this minimum age:	14
Before getting a South Dakota drivers license you must have a learners permit for:	6 months (3 months with driver education)
Also, you must have this minimum amount of supervised driving time:	none
To earn a South Dakota driver's license you must be of the minimum age:	14, 6 months (14, 3 months with driver education)
During your restricted license stage, you are not allowed to drive between:	10 pm-6 am
Also, you are required to comply with the following passenger restrictions:	none
The minimum age at which your restricted nighttime hours may be lifted in South Dakota is:	16
The minimum age at which your passenger restrictions may be lifted in South Dakota is:	no

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For additional information about specific auto insurance laws in South Dakota, visit the South Dakota Division of Insurance website.