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Can I have out of state car insurance in California?
No, you need to have car insurance in the state where you live. If you move, you need to update your insurance company with your new address as soon as you can.
Can I insure a car not in my name in Texas?
Texas does not legally require the name on a car's registration to match the name on its insurance policy. You're specifically allowed to have insurance in your name and the car's title in your spouse's name if your spouse is also a listed driver on the insurance policy.
Does your car insurance and registration have to be under the same name in NJ?
Does Your Car Insurance and Registration Have to Be Under the Same Name in New Jersey? The name on the registration and the insurance usually match, but the law doesn't require it. There may be instances when the insurance card doesn't name a driver because the card only lists primary policyholders.
Can a snowbird register a car in Florida?
Florida will allow you to use your driver's license from your home state in order to register your car. Even snowbirds from Canada can use their licenses unless directed otherwise.
Can you insure cars in different states?
No, there's no such thing as a separate multi-state car insurance policy since a standard car insurance policy generally provides "out-of-state" coverage in all 50 states. There's also no such thing as a multi-state car insurance policy that originates from two or more states.
Does insurance follow the car or the driver in California?
In California, insurance typically follows the car, however not all cases are the same. If you're planning to lend your car to a family member or friend, or borrow one from someone else, remember that it's wise to review both of your insurance policies first.
Can someone insure a car that is not in their name?
In most scenarios, you cannot purchase car insurance on a vehicle that is not in your name. What that means is that if you drive a friend or family member's vehicle, or are gifted a vehicle that's in someone else's name, the legal owner is responsible for insuring it.
Can you insure someone else’s vehicle in Texas?
You can use your non-owner auto liability insurance as secondary coverage if you drive someone else's vehicle and get into an accident. The auto insurance policy of the car owner will serve as the primary coverage. It's a good idea to carry this type of insurance if you regularly need to borrow a car.
Does the insurance have to be in your name to register it in Texas?
Texas does not legally require the name on a car's registration to match the name on its insurance policy. You're specifically allowed to have insurance in your name and the car's title in your spouse's name if your spouse is also a listed driver on the insurance policy.
Can I insure a car if I am not the owner?
The policyholder should be the registered owner of the vehicle – we cannot insure you if you are not the owner of the car.