Recent posts
August 06, 2020
Drop the score by 2025
Root Insurance is committed to removing credit scoring from our car insurance pricing model by 2025. Read more
March 06, 2020
What happens if your car insurance lapses?
When you have a lapse in coverage, you’ll be penalized by paying more for insurance later, no matter your insurance provider or whether the lapse was intentional or accidental. Read more
February 19, 2020
Car insurance for college students
Some insurance carriers charge young drivers more for insurance because of their age. Here’s what parents and students should know about having a car on campus, insuring it, and having car insurance during school and after graduation. Read more
February 11, 2020
How no-fault insurance works
Some states use no-fault laws for car insurance. If you’ve recently moved from an at-fault state or are new to no-fault insurance, learn more about no-fault requirements, and what it means if you’re in an accident. Read more
Car insurance basics
May 18, 2018
Why your car insurance rate changed
Knowing the most common reasons why your car insurance rate fluctuates can help you prepare. Read more
November 07, 2018
How much coverage do you really need?
The Root insurance app can help you figure out your needs and understand coverage types, so you can decide which ones are right for you. Read more
December 31, 2019
How to choose a car insurance deductible
Your car insurance deductible is one factor that puts you in control of how much you pay for car insurance. Here are some tips for choosing a deductible that’s right for you. Read more
February 18, 2019
5 tips for switching car insurance companies
Changing your car insurance company is not as complicated as you might think, and switching could amount to big savings that are worth a small hassle. Read more
Root 101
February 28, 2019
Top 3 questions about Root’s test drive
At Root Insurance, your car insurance rate is based primarily on how well you drive. Really. The better you drive, the more you could save. Read more
January 29, 2018
Driver or passenger? It’s all in your test drive data.
One of the most common questions we get asked is “How does Root Insurance know whether I’m the driver or passenger during the test drive?” Read more
December 04, 2018
Navigating your Root insurance quote
Now that you’ve received a Root car insurance quote, how do you know the coverage options that best fit your needs? Our app makes choosing easy. Read more
October 30, 2018
Roadside Assistance included in every Root policy
Root includes Roadside Assistance with every policy at no extra charge—not as an add-on expense. Any service under $100 is covered for vehicles on your policy. Read more
Safe driving
March 16, 2017
Free Lyft ride credits for Root Insurance customers
At Root, safe driving is important to us. That’s why we offer our customers free Lyft ride credits on St. Patrick’s Day, Independence Day, and New Year’s Eve. Read more
April 25, 2019
13 tips for focused driving
People admit to spending 13 minutes a day on their phones while driving. Here are 13 tips to help you give your full attention to focused driving. Read more
November 26, 2019
Giving up distracted driving: expert tips for ignoring your phone
We’ve all heard stories and seen the sobering statistics. Distracted driving is dangerous, and not doing it can save lives. Read more
October 24, 2018
What’s the Root test drive—and how can it help good drivers save more?
It’s easy. You drive your car like you always do. While you’re driving, our app measures things like braking, turning, and the time of day you’re behind the wheel. The better you drive, the more you could save. Read more