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Welcome to the Automobile.com research center, your source for exclusive car insurance articles and industry studies. Our goal is to make it easy for you to find the best coverage at the lowest price.

Most importantly, we are an independent resource that is not affiliated with any insurance company. This ensures you receive unbiased reviews and articles that can help you make informed decisions concerning car insurance policies.

Latest Article

Do Men Truly Pay More for Coverage?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 12/14/2012

You may have heard theories about auto insurance cost disparity between the genders, but is there any truth to any of them? See the results of our latest commissioned survey comparing the amount paid by male and female drivers on a yearly basis, divided into several age groups. Read more.

Recent Articles

Does Your Commute Affect Your Annual Premium?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 12/07/2012

Have you ever wondered if the amount you drive has anything to do with the amount you pay each year for coverage? Read the results of our latest survey comparing different commute lengths among drivers and see if you are paying too much for protection. Read more.

How Your Age Group Affects Your Annual Premium

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 11/30/2012

We compared the cost to insure vehicle across three distinct age groups to determine any specific trends worth noting. Additionally, we examined the most popular vehicle makes associated with each age group in the latest Automobile.com commissioned survey. Read more.

Examining Tort and No-Fault Systems in the US

Exclusive Feature | 11/16/2012

Our exclusive feature examines the differences between tort and no-fault systems in the US in addition to aspects such as qualitative thresholds. Learn more about how different states are subject to unique laws and regulations, depending on the system they adopt. Read more.

Comparing the Cost to Insure Popular Luxury Sedans

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 11/02/2012

Our latest study examines the cost of covering luxury sedans that are enjoying solid sales numbers early in the holiday shopping season. See which models perform the best and are associated with the lowest annual coverage costs in our new survey. Read more.

Comparing Popular Minivans and SUV Insurance Costs

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 10/26/2012

As gas prices and the economy continue to be unpredictable heading into the holiday season, those in the market for a new vehicle should consider associated insurance costs. We compare the cost to insure popular sports utility vehicles and minivans. Read more.

Compact and Subcompact Vehicle Sales Continue to Rise

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 10/12/2012

Small car sales continue to grow as consumers favor fuel efficient models that are easier on the wallet. See the average cost to insure several popular compact and subcompact models in the latest cost comparison survey. Read more.

Are Smaller Vehicles More Costly to Insure?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 9/28/2012

Automobile.com compared the cost to insure smaller vehicles in the most recent annual premium analysis. For the purpose of the study, we included the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Toyota Yaris, Chevrolet Aveo, Nissan Versa and Mitsubishi Lancer. Read more.

Comparing the Cost to Insure Prominent Hybrids

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 9/14/2012

Hybrid vehicle sales continue to grow as gas prices rise. Automobile.com compares the annual cost to insure three popular models (Toyota Prius, Ford Escape Hybrid and Toyota Corolla Hybrid) based on a commissioned survey. Read more.

Automobile.com Introduces Brand New Car Insurance Resource

By Andrew Evans | Site Features | 9/07/2012

Automobile.com recently introduced a new insurance resource section entitled "Everything You Need to Know About Car Insurance" covering topics ranging from finding the cheapest quotes to filing a claim in addition to state-by-state insurance requirements and answers to common traffic law questions. Read more.

Ford Achieves High Safety Ratings with Taurus, Explorer

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 8/24/2012

Ford achieves high safety ratings with the 2013 editions of the Taurus and Explorer but falls short with the Escape. We compared the cost to insure each model using Automobile.com consumer responses to a commissioned survey. Read more.

Toyota Camry attracting younger buyers, budget-conscious consumers

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 8/16/2012

Toyota continues to lead in U.S. auto sales this summer with the redesigned 2012 Camry. Automobile.com examines the increasingly younger demographic that is drawn to this model using recent survey results in the latest cost comparison feature. Read more.

Automobile.com Introduces Car Insurance Comparison Features

By Andrew Evans | Site Features | 7/27/2012

Automobile.com recently introduced new features that allow consumers to compare the cost to insure almost any make and model. Additionally, users can browse customer statistics and the demographics associated with each carmaker. These new features make it easy to learn more about expected insurance costs. Read more.

Despite Slowing Auto Sales, Certain U.S. Cars Rank Among the Highest

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 7/20/2012

Recent underwhelming economic news seems to be translating into a slowdown in U.S. auto sales despite some cars receiving high ratings. Discover the average reported cost to insure these models based on our latest commissioned survey. Read more.

Comparing Infiniti, Lexus and Acura: Which is the cheapest to insure?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 7/13/2012

Lexus, Infiniti and Acura make up the three most popular Japanese luxury carmakers. Each features a strong following and competitive models. See which brand costs the most to insure, and which ones were cheaper. Read more.

Hyundai versus Kia: Which South Korean brand is cheaper to insure?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 7/05/2012

Hyundai and Kia are the most popular carmakers based in South Korea. See which brand is cheaper to insure based on user responses. Read more.

Allstate versus State Farm: Which company is cheaper?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 6/29/2012

Allstate and State Farm both claim to offer unbeatable rates. See the results of our study comparing the two companies directly. Read more.

Lincoln versus Cadillac: Which luxury brand is cheaper to insure?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 6/22/2012

Lincoln and Cadillac compete directly in the domestic luxury market. Both have loyal followings and dedicated fan networks. See which brand is cheaper to insure in our study. Read more.

Comparing the big three U.S. automakers

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 6/15/2012

Ford, Chrysler and Chevrolet (General Motors) lead the way in domestic car sales. Each features a strong following and devoted enthusiasts. See how the three companies compare when it comes time to insure. Read more.

Nissan versus Toyota: Who wins the cost comparison?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 6/08/2012

Nissan and Toyota are two highly successful Japanese carmakers. We compared the cost to insure each brand to determine who leads the way when it comes to low insurance premiums. Read more.

BMW versus Mercedes-Benz

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 6/01/2012

Bavarian Motor Works (BMW) and Mercedes-Benz are two German luxury automakers with strong followings and massive appeal. See which automaker produces vehicles that are cheaper to insure. Read more.

Progressive versus GEICO: Who is cheaper?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 5/22/2012

Progressive and GEICO are big names in the value insurance market, but which company is cheaper to insure? We look past the catchy advertising slogans and commercials to give you an answer. Read more.

Chevrolet versus Toyota: Which is cheaper to insure?

By Andrew Evans | Cost Comparison | 5/18/2012

General Motors and Toyota are currently the two top selling automakers in the world. See how Chevrolet stacks up against their Japanese rival. Read more.

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