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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 Texas does not have to be a chore. Fill out one form and our licensed agents will match you with the Texas auto insurance provider that offers the best rate for your vehicle and your drivers.

Did you know? The average Texas auto insurance premium in September 2011 was $1,442.00 for a 12-month policy. It appears that rates have increased since August 2011 when average rates in Texas were around $1,411.00 for a 12-month policy.

Average Premiums for Auto Insurance In Texas
Sep 2011Aug 2011Jul 2011Jun 2011May 2011
$1442.00$1411.00$1407.00$1363.00$1376.00

Since rates have increased in recent months, it’s important to continue to save money and find great coverage on Texas auto insurance. Be sure to ask your Texas 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.

Texas Auto Insurance Coverage Requirements

Bodily Injury: Texas drivers are required by law to carry a minimum of $20,000 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 Texas 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.

Texas 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 Texas car insurance premiums is to take advantage of auto insurance discounts that can save you money in your area. Read more about the Texas 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.

Texas 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 Texas:

The Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Texas

Rank
Year
Vehicle
1
2004
Dodge Ram Pickup
2
1994
Chevrolet Full Size C/K 1500 Pickup
3
1997
Ford F150 Series
4
1996
Honda Accord
5
2000
Honda Civic
6
2004
Ford F250 Series
7
1994
Chevrolet Suburban
8
1997
Ford Taurus
9
2006
Ford F350 Series
10
2001
Chevrolet Tahoe

Source: © 2007 National Insurance Crime Bureau.

Texas Driver Licensing Rules/Regulations:

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

To earn a Texas learners permit you must be of this minimum age: 15
Before getting a Texas drivers license you must have a learners permit for: 6 months
Also, you must have this minimum amount of supervised driving time:20 hours, 10 of which must be at night
To earn a Texas driver's license you must be of the minimum age:16
During your restricted license stage, you are not allowed to drive between:midnight-5 am secondary enforcement
Also, you are required to comply with the following passenger restrictions:no more than 1 passenger younger than 21 secondary enforcement
The minimum age at which your restricted nighttime hours may be lifted in Texas is:17
The minimum age at which your passenger restrictions may be lifted in Texas is:17
Source: ©2010 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute

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