Having adequate auto insurance and determining what coverages are needed are fundamental for avoiding financial difficulties. Consumer Action (www.consumer-action.org) offers a variety of materials related to shopping for auto insurance, managing auto insurance costs, and obtaining assistance when encountering trouble when filing a claim.
These resources includes downloadable publications on the basics of auto insurance in English, Spanish, Korean, and Vietnamese. Also available are PowerPoint slides and lessons plans.
For additional information on auto insurance resources, click here.
Teaching Suggestions
- Have students develop actions that can reduce the cost of auto insurance.
- Have students create a video that demonstrates financial problems associated with not having adequate auto insurance.
Discussion Questions
- What are information sources that might be used to become better informed on auto insurance?
- How might a person reduce the cost of auto insurance?
Melissa Hart
Focus on Personal Finance, 7e 