Buying auto insurance online saves time, is easy to do and at the same time you will probably save money. The key to finding lower rates is to get rates from all companies so you can get the lowest priced insurance.

Shopping online for auto insurance is challenging if you are a beginner to online quoting. But don't be discouraged because there is an easy way to compare rates. Getting better is not rocket science. Just take time comparing rates online from several insurance companies. This can be accomplished by completing this short form.

What factors determine ?

Insurance rates on a 2008 can fluctuate considerably and are calculated by many factors. Taken into consideration are:

• Tickets increase premiums
• Credit rating impacts rates
• Male rates may be higher
• Low deductibles cost more
• Your vehicle's safety rating
• No claims lowers premiums
• Maintaining coverage lowers rates
• Whether you rent or own your home

One last important factor that helps determine the rate you pay on your is the year of manufacture. New vehicles cost more so the costs to repair may result in higher rates. But newer vehicles may have options including adaptive headlights, sideview assist mirrors, automatic crash notification, and pedestrian detection which may give discounted rates.

Liability coverage - This can cover damages or injuries you inflict on people or other property in an accident. Liability can pay for things such as emergency aid, pain and suffering, and medical services. It is cheap coverage so purchase as high a limit as you can afford.

Collision coverage - Collision insurance covers damage to your resulting from a collision with an object or car. A deductible applies then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company. Collision coverage for your 2008 can be pricey, so analyze the benefit of dropping coverage from vehicles that are 8 years or older. It's also possible to choose a higher deductible to save money on collision insurance.

Comprehensive coverage - This coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage that is not covered by collision coverage. You first must pay your deductible then the remaining damage will be covered by your comprehensive coverage. The most you can receive from a comprehensive claim is the cash value of the vehicle, so if the vehicle's value is low it's probably time to drop comprehensive insurance.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage - This protects you and your vehicle when the "other guys" either are underinsured or have no liability coverage at all. Since many drivers have only the minimum liability required by law, their limits can quickly be used up. For this reason, having high UM/UIM coverages is very important.

Medical payments coverage and PIP - Coverage for medical payments and/or PIP kick in for expenses for things like doctor visits, EMT expenses, and X-ray expenses. They are used in conjunction with a health insurance program or if there is no health insurance coverage. PIP coverage is not an option in every state but it provides additional coverages not offered by medical payments coverage.