Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Collision insurance is auto coverage that reimburses the insured for damage sustained to ...

Collision insurance pays to repair or replace your car after a crash, but it may not be worth it if you drive an old car. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Collision insurance covers repair or replacement costs for your car after an accident, regardless of fault. It's typically required if you lease or finance your vehicle. Understanding your deductible ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

Collision vs comprehensive car insurance: which do you need? While collision and comprehensive car insurance are optional in every state, they’re required by lenders if you are financing or leasing ...

Progressive, Travelers and Geico are among the best car insurance companies in our analysis. We conducted an extensive ...

One caveat is colliding with an animal, such as a deer. That type of damage is covered by comprehensive coverage. If you are not at fault for an accident, the other driver’s property damage liability ...