If you want flexible auto insurance, you could be interested in a short-term car insurance policy. Truth is, temporary car insurance is hard to come by for a few reasons.
Many large companies don't offer policies for less than six months. Since car insurance is required by law in most states, it can be risky to hop between policies. You also run the risk of having gaps in your insurance history if you swap policies often, resulting in more expensive rates down the road.
There's some good news: auto insurance policy terms typically last for just six months. This short duration allows auto insurance companies to re-rate — or re-price — your policy based on your updated driving record and personal info.
It also provides a great opportunity to reevaluate your policy by requesting quotes from other insurers. Comparing quotes online is painless, and there’s no penalty for trading insurance companies between policy terms — or even in the middle of your policy term, assuming you never let your insurance lapse.
The flexible nature of car insurance makes it easy to acquire quickly. If you need an insurance policy to take a new vehicle away, attempting to get insurance for a longer-term auto rental or seeking coverage on a car you don't own but drive often, think about purchasing a standard policy and ending the term as needed.
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Short-term auto insurance in Connecticut
See below average auto insurance rates in Connecticut, ordered by major car insurance companies and the most populous cities. If you’re paying substantially more than the rates listed below, consider other options.
SHORT-TERM CAR INSURANCE RATES IN CONNECTICUT — BY INSURER
| Insurance Company | Average 6-Month Rate | Average Monthly Rate |
| Connecticut State Average — All Companies | $848 | $141 |
| Unitrin | $545 | $91 |
| General Casualty | $557 | $93 |
| Utica National | $561 | $94 |
| USAA | $739 | $123 |
| State Farm | $806 | $134 |
The most budget-friendly option for short-term auto insurance in Connecticut is Unitrin, through which you can save $2 per month, compared to the next-cheapest choice, General Casualty. In Connecticut, the average monthly cost of car insurance is $141, or $848 over a six-month contract.
The place in which you live can have as great an impact on your auto insurance premiums as the insurance company you choose. Auto insurance companies consider the frequency of claims in a given area when assigning prices by ZIP code. Check out insurance rates in Connecticut's most populous cities and compare the amount you’re paying.
TEMPORARY CAR INSURANCE RATES IN CONNECTICUT — BY CITY
| City | Average 6-Month Rate | Average Monthly Rate |
| Bridgeport | $1,100 | $183 |
| New Haven | $1,125 | $188 |
| Hartford | $1,094 | $182 |
| Stamford | $883 | $123 |
| Waterbury | $1,041 | $174 |
Because of the myriad factors involved in setting insurance rates, your quotes may not match those displayed above. If your current premiums don't match those listed above, take some time to compare rates. The short-term duration of a car insurance policy adds to the importance of remaining in-the-know and willing to shop.
Find out more about temporary auto insurance or use The Zebra to compare insurance quotes for free online.
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