What is collision coverage?
Collision coverage pays to fix or replace a car that's been damaged in a collision with another object, or if it rolls over.
How collision coverage works
In a covered accident, collision coverage may extend beyond your own vehicle to include temporary substitute cars, newly-acquired cars, and cars you're using, but aren't owned by anyone in your household.
- Limited to the actual cash value of the vehicle.
- Requires a deductible, which is the amount you'll need to pay before receiving benefits.
- Allows you to lower your premium with a higher deductible, which means more out of pocket if a loss occurs.1
What collision coverage doesn’t cover
Damage from sources like these aren't covered by collision insurance.
- Theft
- Falling or flying objects
- Flood
- Hail
- Fire
- Hitting or being hit by an animal
- Natural disasters
- Storms
- Vandalism
To insure against dangers like these, choose comprehensive coverage.
Why choose collision coverage?
Many people prefer to cover newer cars, but as cars get older, their values decrease, and you might consider omitting or dropping this coverage to save money on your auto insurance.
To determine if you should purchase collision coverage, estimate the approximate value of your vehicle through an online resource like Kelley Blue Book. A State Farm agent can help you determine the value of your vehicle along with how much extra you'd pay to add collision coverage.
Want more than collision coverage?
When it comes to car insurance, you've got plenty of policy options. State Farm can help you find the right coverage or how much auto insurance you might need. Coverage varies by state and your selection.
Talk to a State Farm agent
1 Higher deductibles lower your premium but increase the amount you must pay out of your own pocket if a loss occurs. Talk to your agent about how much you would be willing to pay on short notice in order to save on your premium.
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