{"id":23239,"date":"2025-10-26T14:44:33","date_gmt":"2025-10-26T18:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/blog\/home-insurance-in-quebec-2\/how-to-get-cheaper-car-insurance-in-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-07-02T20:37:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T00:37:52","slug":"how-to-get-cheaper-car-insurance-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/blog\/price-2\/how-to-get-cheaper-car-insurance-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Cheaper Car Insurance in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>#ez-toc-container{display:none!important}<\/style>\n\n\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;gap:40px;margin:24px 0 40px;flex-wrap:wrap;\">\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 42%;min-width:280px;\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/spcdn.shortpixel.ai\/spio\/ret_img,q_cdnize,to_auto,s_webp:avif\/www.assur360.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0001-obtenir-assurance-auto-moins-cher-en-2026.png\" alt=\"A smiling man and woman sit next to each other on a brown couch in front of a laptop screen. The man types while the woman leans over the screen, both looking happy and engaged as they search for car insurance options on their Apple laptops \" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:12px;display:block;\" loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n  <\/div>\n  <div style=\"flex:1 1 52%;min-width:280px;\">\n    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0d1f2d;font-family:'Sora',sans-serif;font-size:24px;font-weight:800;line-height:1.25;margin:0 0 14px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Compare-%E2%80%9Cclean%E2%80%9D-submissions-the-basics\"><\/span>1) Compare &#8220;clean&#8221; submissions (the basics)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n    <p style=\"color:#334155;font-size:15px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 12px;\">Insurers assess the same risk differently. For a real comparison:<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sets a <strong>single scenario<\/strong> : RCA ($2 million recommended), <strong>collision<\/strong>, <strong>no collision or upset<\/strong>, <strong>glass breakage<\/strong>, <strong>same deductible<\/strong> (e.g. $1,000), same <strong>endorsements<\/strong> (QEF 20\/27\/43 if necessary).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request <strong>\u2265 3 quotes<\/strong> and align all fields (amounts, options).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the <strong>best protection\/price ratio<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/blog\/price-2\/car-insurance-comparator-free-2\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4419\">not just the cheapest<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip<\/strong> : If you change vehicles, request a quote <strong>again before purchase<\/strong> \u2014 some models (specific SUVs\/pickup trucks) have a <strong>theft rating<\/strong> that makes the premium explode.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Font-settings-that-lower-the-premium\"><\/span>2) Font settings that lower the premium<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Deductible<\/strong>: Going from <strong>$500 \u2192 $1,000<\/strong> often reduces the premium (<strong>~8-15%).<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Useful amendments&#8230; but not in duplicate<\/strong> :\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>QEF 20<\/strong> (Loss of Use): Keep it if a courtesy vehicle is crucial.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>QEF 27<\/strong> (unowned vehicle): relevant if you rent\/borrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>QEF 43<\/strong> (replacement cost): useful on very recent vehicles; re-evaluates after a few years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glass breakage<\/strong> : depending on your windshield\/ADAS, compare <em>with\/without<\/em> or with <strong>a separate deductible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Discounts-to-be-activated-often-cumulative\"><\/span>3) Discounts to be activated (often cumulative)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Savings lever<\/th><th>Typical Gain*<\/th><th>How to get it<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Multi-policies<\/strong> (car + home\/renter)<\/td><td>5\u201315 %<\/td><td>Bundles with the same insurer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Deductible $1,000<\/strong> (vs. $500)<\/td><td>8\u201315 %<\/td><td>Adjusted in submission<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Telematics<\/strong> (Measured Driving)<\/td><td>5\u201320 %<\/td><td>Mobile app\/box; Ideal for smooth and urban driving<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Anti-theft \/ tracker<\/strong> (risky models)<\/td><td>5\u201315 %<\/td><td>Sometimes required for popular SUVs\/pickup trucks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Annual Mileage \u2193<\/strong> (Actual)<\/td><td>3\u201310 %<\/td><td>Declares realistic use (telecommuting, fewer journeys)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Secondary drivers<\/strong> (experienced profile)<\/td><td>variable<\/td><td>Adding a &#8220;clean&#8221; driver can help in some cases<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Annual payment \/ direct debit<\/strong><\/td><td>2\u20134 %<\/td><td>Avoids some monthly fees<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">* Indicative estimates; vary according to insurer and profile.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-File-vehicle-and-location-what-weighs-most\"><\/span>4) File, vehicle and location: what weighs most<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Model with a high theft rating<\/strong> : favor <strong>anti-theft\/approved tracker<\/strong>, secure parking, or even <strong>another model<\/strong> if you buy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Address &amp; parking<\/strong>: <strong>garage\/driveway<\/strong>&gt;, street parking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ADAS\/EV repairs<\/strong> : more expensive; Compensate with an adjusted <strong>deductible<\/strong> and telematics if you drive safely.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>History<\/strong> : avoid <strong>small claims<\/strong> (you then pay for several years).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Strategy-2026-by-profile\"><\/span>5) Strategy 2026 by profile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Young driver (16\u201324 years old)<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Telematics<\/strong> is almost essential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Become a <strong>secondary driver<\/strong> on a &#8220;clean&#8221; contract if possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid &#8220;risky&#8221; vehicles (theft\/power) for 1st car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Urban driver (Montreal, Laval, Longueuil)<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tracker<\/strong> on targeted SUVs\/pickup trucks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Off-street parking<\/strong> if possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compares several insurers: sensitivity to the neighborhood very variable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recent EV or SUV owner<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Checks the <strong>cost of parts<\/strong> and the availability of workshops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>QEF 20<\/strong> useful (repair times).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$1,000 deductible<\/strong> + telematics = winning combo if driving smoothly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Mistakes-to-avoid-which-are-expensive\"><\/span>6) Mistakes to avoid (which are expensive)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Compare apples and oranges<\/strong> (different deductibles\/amounts).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Under-declaring<\/strong> mileage or parking: risk of litigation in the event of a claim.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cancel too early<\/strong> without counting the <strong>costs<\/strong> (calculates the net).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Keep endorsements<\/strong> that are no longer necessary (e.g. replacement cost beyond the years covered).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Smart-Renewal-Checklist\"><\/span>7) Smart Renewal Checklist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review <strong>deductibles<\/strong> (aim for $1,000 if finances OK).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checking <strong>amendments<\/strong> (QEF 20\/27\/43): useful or to be adjusted?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Declare <strong>anti-theft\/tracker<\/strong> and <strong>garage<\/strong> if applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activate <strong>telematics<\/strong> if your driving is smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request <strong>3 identical quotes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep <strong>proof<\/strong> (anti-theft photos, invoices).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<details id=\"combien-coute-une-assurance-auto-au-quebec-en-2026\" class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>How much does car insurance cost in Quebec in 2026?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The average cost of car insurance in Quebec is between $600 and $2,000 per year. The price depends on your age, driving experience, type of vehicle, location and coverage chosen. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/car-insurance-quote-7-2\/\">Get your free quote<\/a> in minutes. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<details id=\"quelles-sont-les-protections-dassurance-auto-recommandees-au\" class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What are the recommended car insurance coverages in Quebec?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the mandatory civil liability, it is recommended to add collision, comprehensive perils (theft, vandalism, bad weather), replacement cost (recent vehicle), roadside assistance and the FAQ 43a endorsement for uninsured damage.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<details id=\"comment-reduire-le-cout-de-son-assurance-auto-au-quebec\" class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>How to reduce the cost of your car insurance in Quebec?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To pay less: compare at least 3 quotes, bundle car + home, increase the deductible, maintain a good driving record, and ask for available discounts (lock, winter tires, low mileage). A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/blog\/home-insurance-in-quebec-2\/my-insurance-broker-2\/\">broker<\/a> can trade for you. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 12px;background:#fff;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px;font-weight:600;color:#0d1f2d;list-style:none;background:#f8fafc;\">What&#8217;s the average car insurance price in Quebec?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;border-top:1px solid #e2e8f0;\">Annual auto insurance premiums in Quebec range widely: <strong>$650 to $1,200<\/strong> for experienced drivers with basic liability, and <strong>$950 to $1,800<\/strong> for full coverage. Young drivers pay more: <strong>$1,500 to $3,500+<\/strong>. Final pricing depends on driving record, vehicle, age, mileage and postal code. These are <strong>indicative<\/strong> \u2014 only a personalized quote reflects your situation.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 12px;background:#fff;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px;font-weight:600;color:#0d1f2d;list-style:none;background:#f8fafc;\">How can I lower my car insurance premium?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;border-top:1px solid #e2e8f0;\">The most effective levers: <strong>compare 9+ insurers<\/strong> via a comparator like Assur360, <strong>bundle auto + home<\/strong> (10-20% discount), <strong>raise your deductible<\/strong> to $1,000 (10-15% premium drop), <strong>maintain a clean driving record<\/strong> for 3-6 years, <strong>choose an anti-theft-equipped vehicle<\/strong>, <strong>pay annually<\/strong> (2-5% savings vs monthly).<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 12px;background:#fff;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px;font-weight:600;color:#0d1f2d;list-style:none;background:#f8fafc;\">What car insurance discounts are common in Quebec?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;border-top:1px solid #e2e8f0;\">Main discounts: <strong>multi-line<\/strong> (auto + home), <strong>multi-vehicle<\/strong>, <strong>good driver<\/strong> (0 claims in 6 years), <strong>low mileage<\/strong> (under 15,000 km\/year), <strong>anti-theft device<\/strong>, <strong>annual payment<\/strong>, <strong>telematics program<\/strong> (smart driving box). Combined savings can reach 25-40% for a favourable profile.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 12px;background:#fff;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px;font-weight:600;color:#0d1f2d;list-style:none;background:#f8fafc;\">How does the SAAQ interact with private auto insurance in Quebec?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;border-top:1px solid #e2e8f0;\">In Quebec, the <strong>SAAQ covers bodily injury<\/strong> (injuries, death) for all residents regardless of fault. <strong>Private auto insurance<\/strong> covers: 1) <strong>Physical damage to your vehicle<\/strong> (collision, theft, vandalism). 2) <strong>Civil liability<\/strong> for damage caused to others (vehicles, property). Both regimes are complementary.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 12px;background:#fff;\">\n<summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px;font-weight:600;color:#0d1f2d;list-style:none;background:#f8fafc;\">How to get an auto quote via Assur360?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#334155;line-height:1.7;border-top:1px solid #e2e8f0;\">Fill out the <strong>3-minute online form<\/strong>. An <strong>AMF-certified partner brokerage firm<\/strong> compares insurers and contacts you within <strong>24-48 business hours<\/strong> with a personalized quote. 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