Last updated: April 9, 2026

Auto Insurance Research & Data Hub

Explore our latest data-driven research on car insurance, driving behavior, vehicle trends, and road safety. Our studies combine national datasets, expert analysis, and proprietary surveys to help drivers better understand risks, costs, and opportunities to save.

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Maya Afilalo holds over 10 years of professional experience in writing, communications, and research, which she leverages to provide accurate and reliable information to empower consumers. In addition to overseeing content production, Maya has herself written many articles on auto insurance costs, company comparisons, state laws and requirements, and other topics. She is committed to helping consumers navigate the complex world of car insurance with clarity and confidence. Maya holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a master’s from North Carolina State University.

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We dedicate thousands of hours to analyzing the insurance market so you don't have to. Our editorial team comprised of dynamic writers, editors, journalists, and researchers, holds years of experience creating high-quality auto insurance content. Our work has been featured in USA Today, MSN, Yahoo, CBS News, and other local and national publications.

20: Years of Industry Knowledge
1,000+: Research & Analysis Hours
2M+: Customer Transaction Data Points
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At AutoInsurance.com, we are dedicated to providing valuable information and resources for helping you make informed decisions about your auto insurance needs. That said, it’s important for us to be transparent about our business model and how we operate, while also ensuring our commitment to editorial independence.

We make money through our partnerships with select auto insurance providers. Whenever anyone signs up for an auto insurance policy through our services, the provider compensates us at no cost to the customer. This compensation is on a per-lead basis, so it’s not based on transactional data, which we do not receive. Heres a list of our partners.

Driving Safety & Accident Data

This section features the latest data on car crashes, distracted and drunk driving, and seasonal accident patterns across the U.S.

Insurance Trends & Cost Insights

Explore data on rising insurance premiums, the impact of driver risk factors, and how industry changes are shaping costs nationwide. These studies provide context for stories on affordability, inflation, and the evolving insurance landscape, with statistics that explain what’s driving rate increases.

Driver Demographics & Behavior

These reports examine how different groups—such as teens, seniors, and married drivers—approach driving and insurance.

Vehicle Trends & Ownership

From electric vehicle adoption to ridesharing and car affordability, this section highlights how Americans are changing the way they own and use cars.

Vehicle Risks, Damage & Reliability

This section covers the most common risks facing vehicles today, including theft, recalls, and infrastructure-related damage like potholes. These insights can support reporting on consumer costs, vehicle safety, and everyday risks drivers face.