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Utah is a beautiful state filled with bluffs, deserts, mountains and plains. It is also home to the Great Salt Lake, the only large body of salt water in the country, aside from the oceans. Utah's name comes from the name of the Ute tribe that once inhabited it. The state has a rich history of pioneer travelers, explorers and even the Spanish conquistadors hiding massive treasures there. For many years, people have taken metal detectors into the caves and hills in search of the chests of dubloons that are said to be hidden there. The famous Mormon Settlement and Mormon Trail were located in Utah. Although settlers lived there, the territory belonged to Mexico until 1848, when it was officially signed over to the United States after the Mexican-American War. Today it is a great place to learn about Mormon history, ski or see the beautiful scenery.
With so many interesting places to see, Utah residents have plenty of options for entertainment. Driving is a necessity in this sparsely-populated state, so a good Utah auto insurance policy is also important. Although the word desert is often portrayed by cacti and heat, Utah is quite the opposite in the winter. Even desert regions reach low temperatures and see snow. Snow and ice in the winter are one of the leading causes of accidents. Heavy traffic in the larger cities also is a source for many auto accidents. Most accidents in the cities happen during the typical rush hour periods. Driving in the cities and in the open land outside of them is inevitable. Having a good Utah car insurance policy will ensure that all of these accidents will not result in excessive expense to the car owner.
Everyone is concerned about the cost of auto insurance and whether or not it is the best price for the coverage they need. Our job is to do that for you. We save you the hassle of independent research and wasted hours on the phone. Simply use our search tool on this page for a free Utah car insurance quote. We want you to find the best policy and price for the coverage you or your family needs. With the information on our site and the help of our team, you can learn everything you need to know about Utah car insurance and providers. Simply select your county from the drop-down menu for a free Utah auto insurance quote. A good insurance policy will give peace of mind, which is worth far more than a monthly premium payment.
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Statewide Economic Loss Due to Motor Vehicle Crashes
$1,530,000,000
*Statistics obtained from NHTSA and UDOT
Crashes in Utah 2008
56,187
Theft Rate in Utah
68min 04sec
*Statistics obtained from the FBI
Theft Instances in 2002
7,722
Average Insurance Payment
$67.30/mo
*Statistics obtained from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners
National Rank
22
January
5,031February
4,817March
4,593April
4,246May
4,471June
4,394July
4,131August
4,591September
4,632October
4,782November
4,964December
5,535The process of purchasing car insurance can be a difficult one due to the drastic variation in requirements when one is traveling from state to state. There are a few basic guidelines that are recommended for all those who are seeking to buy car insurance in Utah. Utah is a no fault state. This means that if two residents are involved in an auto accident each would be covered by their own insurance policy, regardless of which one was responsible. Because of this policy all drivers are required to purchase PIP, or Personal Injury Protection, insurance, which will provide aid with healthcare costs, lost wages and, if necessary, funeral expenses following an accident. Those with a good comprehensive health insurance policy may choose to purchase only a minimum PIP policy. There are many exceptions to the no fault policy which will result in a driver being held liable for the expenses of the other driver involved in the accident.
For this reason it is essential (and legally mandated) that all drivers carry at least the minimum in liability insurance. Liability minimums in Utah are twenty five thousand dollars for injuries suffered by a single driver, fifty thousand dollars for the combined medical expenses of all of the vehicle's occupants and fifteen thousand dollars for any resultant property damages, including but not limited to damage to public property and damages suffered by the victim's vehicle. If a UT driver is found to be liable for the other driver's expenses and they exceed the amounts set forth by their liability policy the insured will be held personally responsible. With the rapidly rising costs of healthcare and auto repair it can be very easy for damages to exceed these thresholds; as a result it is recommended that when purchasing a liability policy drivers select one with more than the minimum requirements.
While it is not required all drivers are urged to carry comprehensive and collision insurance as well. Comprehensive coverage will pay for damages to the vehicle of the insured following an accident for which they are responsible and an accident caused by factors over which they have no control, such as inclement weather or run-ins with the local wildlife. Also not required but strongly recommended is uninsured car insurance. Not all states require that their motorists carry a liability policy; should these drivers be responsible for an accident odds are that their victims would end up footing the bill and spending months or even years attempting to recoup their losses in court. Uninsured motorist insurance provides some aid for these people, as well as for those who have found themselves the victim of a hit and run.