Southwest Florida

Car Insurance in Bonita Springs, Naples, Fort Myers and Estero

Florida's minimum required car insurance coverage may leave drivers exposed after a serious accident. We compare options from the carriers we work with, explain what personal injury protection (PIP) typically pays, and, when available, can review bundling auto with your home or mobile home policy. Savings vary and are not guaranteed.

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  1. 1 We compare your details with carriers that offer personal auto coverage.
  2. 2 We come back with your options, usually the same business day.
  3. 3 You decide. No obligation, and we do not sell your information.
Florida requirements

Florida's minimum car insurance requirements

Here is what Florida requires of most drivers, and what those minimums may not cover after a serious accident.

Required by Florida
  • $10,000 PIP (personal injury protection) Typically pays a portion of your own medical costs and lost wages, regardless of fault, subject to policy terms.
  • $10,000 Property Damage Liability Damage you cause to someone else's car or property, up to the limit.

These are the minimum required limits for most drivers. They do not include coverage for injuries you cause to others.

Optional coverages
  • Bodily Injury Liability Typically helps pay for injuries you cause to others, up to your limit. Without it, you may be personally responsible for those costs.
  • Uninsured Motorist (UM) Typically helps with your injuries when an at-fault driver has little or no insurance. Stacked UM, where available, may increase your limit.
  • Collision Typically covers damage to your car in a crash, subject to your deductible.
  • Comprehensive Typically covers theft, fire, falling trees and storm-related water damage, subject to your deductible.

Source FLHSMV insurance requirements (opens in a new tab)

What a car policy may cover

What a car policy may cover, and what it typically does not

Optional Coverages

  • Bodily Injury Liability. Limits chosen to fit your situation, subject to availability.
  • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist. Stacked UM may be available, subject to policy terms.
  • Collision and Comprehensive. Typically subject to your deductible.
  • Rental and Roadside. May be available on some policies, if added.
  • Medical Payments. Optional coverage that may help with costs beyond PIP.

Typically Not Covered

  • Business Use. May be excluded without an endorsement or commercial coverage.
  • Wear and Mechanical Breakdown. Maintenance and repair costs are typically excluded.
  • Belongings in Your Car. Typically addressed by a home or renters policy, subject to its terms.
  • Liability Above Limits. You may be personally responsible for amounts beyond your policy limits.

Rideshare or delivery driving may require a special endorsement or commercial coverage. Contact us before you start. Coverage varies by carrier and policy.

Umbrella insurance

This is a general overview, not a policy. Coverage depends on your policy's terms, limits, exclusions and the carrier.

Uninsured motorist

Uninsured motorist coverage in Florida

Bodily injury liability is not required in Florida, so an at-fault driver may carry little or no insurance. In that situation, their policy may pay little or nothing toward your injuries.

Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage may help with your injuries in that situation, subject to policy terms and limits. Drivers may consider it because Florida's required minimums are low.

Stacked or non-stacked
Stacked UM, where available, may multiply your limit by the number of vehicles on the policy. Non-stacked coverage typically costs less. We can quote both, subject to carrier availability.
It may follow you
UM coverage may also apply when you are a passenger or pedestrian, subject to policy terms.
Snowbirds and seasonal cars

Snowbird car insurance: bringing a car down for the season?

An out-of-state car may need Florida coverage, including PIP, once it has been in Florida for more than 90 days in a 365-day period. Those days do not have to be consecutive. Ask us how this applies to your situation.

A car left in Florida while you are away may be eligible for comprehensive-only coverage while it sits, depending on the carrier and your situation. Put full coverage back in place before anyone drives it.

Florida-registered?
If your car is registered in Florida, dropping required coverage without following the state's registration steps may lead to suspension and reinstatement fees. Check with FLHSMV (opens in a new tab) and talk to us before you change your coverage.
Two homes, two cars
Garaging address may affect your rate. Tell us where each car spends the year.
Planning your season

Tell us when your car arrives and when it leaves, and we can help you plan your coverage. If the car will be in Florida for more than 90 days in a 365-day period, you may need Florida coverage in place. Call (239) 495-0805 or start a quote.

Bundling

Bundling auto and home insurance, compared together

Some carriers price auto and home coverage together, so the lowest standalone car quote may not be the lowest combined cost. Bundling availability in Southwest Florida may be limited and varies by carrier, so we compare your options both bundled and separately, when available. Savings vary and are not guaranteed.

Storms can damage cars too. Flood and falling-tree damage to a vehicle may be covered by comprehensive coverage on an auto policy, rather than by a home or flood policy, subject to policy terms. We can help you review your coverage before hurricane season.

Golf carts and low-speed vehicles
Golf carts and low-speed vehicles may be treated differently from cars, and coverage depends on the vehicle and the carrier. A golf cart driven away from home may not be covered by your homeowners policy, so ask us to review your situation.
Already insure your home with us?
We can compare your auto options with the carrier on your home policy and show you the options and pricing available to us. Availability varies.

Related coverage

An umbrella policy may help with liability above your auto policy limits, subject to eligibility and underlying limits.

Possible discounts

Discounts worth asking about

  • Bundling auto and home Some carriers may offer a discount when you bundle, where available.
  • Multiple vehicles Some carriers may offer multi-car pricing on one policy.
  • Clean driving record A record free of tickets and at-fault crashes may qualify for a discount with some carriers.
  • Low or seasonal mileage Some carriers may offer credits for cars that are driven less or sit part of the year.
  • Paying in full Some carriers may offer a credit.
  • Anti-theft devices Some carriers may offer credits for alarms and tracking devices.

Discounts vary by carrier, and eligibility is subject to underwriting. Savings are not guaranteed. Rates change over time, so a periodic review may be worthwhile.

Before you start

What to have handy

  1. Driver's license numbers for everyone who drives
  2. Vehicle details: each car's VIN, or its year, make and model
  3. Current declarations page, if you have one
  4. Garaging information: where each car is kept, and for how many months a year
  5. Driving history: tickets, crashes or claims in the last five years
  6. Lender or lease details for financed cars

Don't have everything? Start anyway. We can discuss what else is needed.

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Common questions

Car insurance in Florida, answered

Is Florida a no-fault state?

Yes. Florida requires personal injury protection (PIP), which typically pays a portion of your own medical costs after a crash regardless of fault, up to your policy limits and subject to policy terms.

Is bodily injury liability required in Florida?

Not for most drivers. Bodily injury liability may become required after certain violations, and Florida may require higher limits after some convictions. Without it, you may be personally responsible for injuries you cause. Ask us about your options.

How much car insurance do I need?

Needs vary, and some drivers choose to carry more than the state minimum. Bodily injury limits, uninsured motorist coverage and an umbrella policy are options to discuss with an agent, depending on your situation. We can review your options with you.

How much is car insurance in Naples?

It depends on your drivers, vehicles, driving record, where the cars are kept and the coverage you choose. Rates vary by carrier, so we compare quotes from the carriers we work with. Quotes are not guaranteed and are subject to underwriting.

Can I keep my out-of-state car insurance in Florida?

Possibly for a limited time. An out-of-state car may need Florida coverage, including PIP, once it has been in Florida for more than 90 days in a 365-day period. Florida residents and Florida-registered vehicles have different requirements, so ask us before relying on an out-of-state policy.

What is stacked uninsured motorist coverage?

Stacked UM, where available, may multiply your uninsured motorist limit by the number of vehicles on your policy. Non-stacked coverage typically costs less and applies only the limit on the vehicle involved. Availability varies by carrier.

Does car insurance cover hurricane and flood damage?

Comprehensive coverage may cover storm-related damage to your vehicle, including flood and falling trees, subject to your deductible and policy terms. A liability-only policy typically does not pay for damage to your own car.

Ready to compare car insurance quotes?

Tell us about your drivers and cars, and we will compare options from the carriers we work with, including bundled with your home coverage when available.

Other coverage we offer

Umbrella & Liability Insurance

Extra liability coverage that may help if a covered claim or lawsuit exceeds your underlying home or auto limits. Standalone personal liability policies may also be an option with some carriers. Limits and eligibility vary by carrier.

Umbrella & Liability

Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners coverage for your property. We compare carriers for standard homes, and we may be able to find options for older roofs, non-renewals, and homes looking for an alternative to Citizens.

Homeowners Insurance

Manufactured Home Insurance

Manufactured and mobile homes: park or private land, tie-downs, roof age and occupancy can all affect which carriers will write your home. We work with carriers that insure these homes and compare your options.

Manufactured Home Insurance