Meredith Dietz is Lifehacker’s Senior Staff Writer. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English and Communications from Northeastern University, where she graduated as valedictorian of her college.

Understanding car insurance terms like deductible, premium, liability, comprehensive, and collision coverage is crucial for ...

Car insurance isn't something that is nice to have. In most states, it's a requirement for drivers to obtain minimum liability coverage. And if you're financing your vehicle, specifically, the lender ...

Major insurers typically do not sell temporary car insurance. The level of coverage provided by short-term car insurance may not be adequate. If you’re borrowing a car, consider non-owner or rental ...