{"id":638,"date":"2022-04-19T19:41:31","date_gmt":"2022-04-19T19:41:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/?p=638"},"modified":"2025-08-22T14:39:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T14:39:17","slug":"reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-ga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/auto-insurance\/reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-ga\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reduce or Pause Your Car Insurance in Georgia\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"c-section\">\n    <div class=\"c-article\">\n        <div class=\"o-wrapper o-wrapper--small\">\n                                                            <picture class=\"c-article__pic\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article__img\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"160\">\n                <\/picture>\n                                        <div class=\"c-article__content\">\n                <div class=\"s-cms-content\">\n                    <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After the Covid-19 pandemic hit, many people switched to working remotely. Now that pandemic-era restrictions are easing, your employer has decided you can continue to work remotely. Not having to commute daily will save you money on gas. Do you need to continue carrying <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/auto-insurance\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">car insurance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Canceling your insurance policy should be your last resort because doing so can result in expensive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/auto-insurance\/did-your-georgia-car-insurance-lapse\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">reinstatement fees<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> when you get coverage in the future. In Georgia, there are better options for reducing or pausing your car insurance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">When Should You<\/span><\/b> Reduce<b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Your Car Insurance in Georgia?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019re probably still using your car to get around and do things like run errands, visit friends, and go to the gym. And, if you lost your job due to the pandemic, you\u2019ll still need your car to go to interviews. Therefore, you\u2019ll need to have at least the minimum liability insurance coverage required by Georgia state law.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All drivers in Georgia are required to carry a minimum in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/auto-insurance\/liability\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">liability insurance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to cover expenses for injuries or property damages incurred after they cause an accident:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$25,000 bodily injury per person,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:36,&quot;335559739&quot;:36}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$50,000 bodily injury per accident<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:36,&quot;335559739&quot;:36}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$25,000 property damage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:36,&quot;335559739&quot;:36}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have more car insurance coverage than required by law, you could consider cutting back on your insurance, even temporarily, if you aren\u2019t driving as much. Reducing your car insurance will save you some money and will prevent your coverage from lapsing completely, which may increase your rates later on.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/auto-insurance\/the-costs-of-opting-out-of-additional-coverage\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">comprehensive and collision coverage<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are good to have, you aren\u2019t required by Georgia law to carry them. However, if you are still making payments on a car loan or you lease a vehicle, you may be required by the lender or the dealership to carry the additional coverage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comprehensive insurance also comes in handy even if you aren\u2019t using your car because it covers damage that happens when your car is just parked in the driveway. For example, thefts of vehicle catalytic converters are on the rise. If your vehicle\u2019s catalytic converter gets stolen while it\u2019s parked, comprehensive insurance will most likely cover the damages and replace the part.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">When Should You Pause Your<\/span><\/b> Car<b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Insurance in GA?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019ve fallen on hard times financially and paying your car insurance is a struggle, you might consider talking to your insurance provider about pausing your coverage for a limited time. Not all companies offer this option, but it doesn\u2019t hurt to ask.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pausing your car insurance is better than canceling the policy for both you and the insurance company. By putting your policy on hold, you avoid expensive reinstatement fees in the future. On the flip side, the insurance company keeps you as a customer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep in mind that insurance companies question unexplained lengths of time in which you were uninsured. It could impact how much you pay for auto insurance in the future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Also, you won\u2019t be able to drive your vehicle legally if you pause your coverage, so you will have to arrange for other transportation options. You can also cancel your vehicle registration in Georgia if you aren\u2019t driving your car. The state <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dor.georgia.gov\/motor-vehicles\/insurance\/cancellation-and-reinstatement-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Department of Revenue<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> recommends that you cancel your vehicle registration before you take any action to pause or cancel your insurance coverage. Otherwise, you may have to pay fines and penalties for not having insurance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-639 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia.jpg\" alt=\"african american man standing outside of car smiling\" width=\"587\" height=\"397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia-768x519.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia-600x406.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia-960x649.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia-241x163.jpg 241w, https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/how-to-reduce-or-pause-your-car-insurance-in-georgia-285x193.jpg 285w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 587px) 100vw, 587px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">When Should I<\/span><\/b> Cancel<b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> My Car Insurance in GA?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/auto-insurance\/mistakes-that-will-raise-your-car-insurance\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Canceling your car insurance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> should only be an option, however, when you have no other choices available. It\u2019s illegal to drive in Georgia without having at least the minimum liability insurance coverage. Even if you just use your car for a quick trip to the grocery store, if you get pulled over and don\u2019t have insurance coverage, you could be charged with a misdemeanor. The penalties for driving without coverage can leave you with fines ranging from $200 to $1,000. You may also have your driver\u2019s license suspended for up to 90 days.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The costs can be even higher if you get in a little fender bender while uninsured, especially if the other driver sues you. These days<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.org\/fact-statistic\/facts-statistics-auto-insurance?msclkid=be437fb8b4e011ecbefcda2b194742c8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">, costs for property damage and personal injury average $25,000<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for one serious car crash, according to the Insurance Information Institute.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After you\u2019ve canceled a policy, getting car insurance will also cost you a pretty penny. In Georgia, if you go ten or more days without insurance, it is considered a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernharvestinsurance.com\/blog\/auto-insurance\/did-your-georgia-car-insurance-lapse\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">lapse<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in coverage, and that lapse can cost you fines and penalties. Plus, according to a study by insurance analysis firm Quadrant Information Services, any lapse in car insurance coverage could mean you\u2019ll pay at least 12 percent more for insurance premiums when you try to get a new policy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:180,&quot;335559739&quot;:180}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-section c-more-options\">\n    <div class=\"o-wrapper o-wrapper--small\">\n        <h2 class=\"c-more-options__title\">Looking For Cheap Online Auto Insurance in Georgia? <\/h2>\n\n        <div class=\"c-more-options__content\">\n            <div class=\"s-cms-content\">\n                <p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s understandable for you to want to reduce what you\u2019re paying for car insurance if you aren\u2019t driving as much. In that case, you should look at ways to reduce or pause your insurance coverage before even considering canceling it. 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