Is Your Teen Ready to Take the Wheel?

Our teen driver discount offers peace of mind and savings for your family. Newly licensed drivers may qualify for a discount by completing our Simply Drive course.

Full-time students with at least a B grade point average or college graduates could save.

You could save if your teen successfully completes a state-approved driver’s education and/or a motor vehicle defensive driving course. This discount isn’t available in all states, so check with your rep to make sure it’s offered in your area.  

Visit our discounts page to see all the ways we can help you save on your car insurance.

Pro tip: Don’t skimp on liability coverage when you have an inexperienced driver. Young drivers are more likely to have accidents. Lowering your liability limits could leave you paying thousands of dollars in expenses if your child is at fault for hitting another car or injuring someone. 

Discounts aren’t the only way to save on your teen’s car insurance. 

Here are some other tips to help lower your bill. 

Buy an older car 

The cost of a car helps determine the cost of your insurance, so get your teen an older, less expensive car. Older cars that are paid in full give you the option to drop collision and comprehensive insurance and carry only liability protection. While this would not cover the cost to repair or replace that older car, it can help reduce your rate. It’s important that you speak with your rep before you drop any coverage to ensure you have the protection you need.  

Keep a clean record

Avoid insurance claims for minor damage such as bent fenders and encourage your teen to follow driving rules to avoid traffic tickets. Both insurance claims and traffic tickets will increase your rates.  On the flip side, if your teen’s record stays perfect, your rates may come down over time.

Pro tip: It’s never too early to teach your teen safe-driving habits.

Let us insure your home 

Make the most of our multi-policy discount by adding your home insurance.

Raise your deductibles 

Lower your premiums by raising your comprehensive and collision deductibles to at least $1,000. Just remember, this means you take on more risk and you’ll pay more out of pocket if you file a claim.

How old does my teen need to be to get their own policy? 

Your teen needs to be at least 19 years old to get their own policy. If they’re under 19, they can only get their own auto policy with us if their parents insure their cars with COUNTRY. 

Should I add my child to my policy or have them get their own? 

Ask your rep! They can provide you with a quote for either scenario. That way, you can compare the quotes and make the choice that works best for you and your family. 

Who pays for damage if my child’s friend borrows their car and gets in an accident? 

Encourage your teen not to hand over their keys to a friend. If they do and an accident happens, the liability may fall under your policy, depending on the circumstances of the claim.