--- title: Massachusetts Insurance Blog | Haberman Insurance Group | Car Insurance description: Car Insurance | Our blog is the thought leader for everything that has to do with insurance in Massachusetts and beyond! --- [File a Claim](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/massachusetts-insurance-service-center) [Make a Payment](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/massachusetts-insurance-service-center) [CSR 24](https://portal.csr24.com/mvc/7817000) [Request a Quote](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/contact) [(413) 781-7000](tel:1-413-781-7000) [![Haberman-Insurance-Marsh-McLennan-Agency-Combined-Logo-White](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Haberman-Insurance-Marsh-McLennan-Agency-Combined-Logo-White.png?width=612&height=87&name=Haberman-Insurance-Marsh-McLennan-Agency-Combined-Logo-White.png "Haberman-Insurance-Marsh-McLennan-Agency-Combined-Logo-White")](https://www.habermaninsurance.com) Call Us: (413) 781-7000 ![resources-bg.jpg](https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/d95wwpmpizyqgrd/blog-header.jpg "resources-bg.jpg") # Insurance Education ## [When Should I Review My Car Insurance Policy?](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/when-should-i-review-my-car-insurance-policy) By [Edward J. Adamczyk](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/author/edward-j-adamczyk) on Jan 31, 2020 12:00:00 PM [![](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/hubfs/Car_Insurance_Body1_HBI_Blog.jpg) ](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/when-should-i-review-my-car-insurance-policy) Conducting periodic reviews of your [car insurance policy](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/car-insurance-massachusetts) helps make sure you’re properly covered and are getting a fair rate for the policy you have. The Following are a few times when you should talk with an independent insurance agent in Massachusetts about your current auto insurance policy and other insurers’ policy offerings. Topics: [Car Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/car-insurance) [Personal Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/personal-insurance) [Auto Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/auto-insurance) [Continue Reading](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/when-should-i-review-my-car-insurance-policy) ## [What Factors Affect Massachusetts Car Insurance Rates?](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/what-factors-affect-massachusetts-car-insurance-rates) By [Edward J. Adamczyk](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/author/edward-j-adamczyk) on Nov 1, 2019 10:19:00 AM [![](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/Untitled%20design%20(3).png) ](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/what-factors-affect-massachusetts-car-insurance-rates) There are many factors that impact how much drivers in Massachusetts pay for c[ar insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/car-insurance-massachusetts). There are also things that drivers sometimes think affect their premiums but don’t actually have any impact. If you own a vehicle in the state, here’s a look at some of the factors that are likely affecting your auto insurance premiums -- and some that probably aren’t. Topics: [Car Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/car-insurance) [Life Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/life-insurance) [Personal Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/personal-insurance) [Health Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/health-insurance) [Continue Reading](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/what-factors-affect-massachusetts-car-insurance-rates) ## [Your Massachusetts Car Insurance Premiums are Increasing. But Why?](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/car-insurance-massachusetts-premiums-increase) By [Edward J. Adamczyk](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/author/edward-j-adamczyk) on May 31, 2017 3:30:45 PM [![](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_519688546.jpg) ](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/car-insurance-massachusetts-premiums-increase) Drivers across Massachusetts are getting an unhappy surprise: [auto insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/car-insurance-massachusetts) rates are on the rise again, affecting even drivers with no recent accidents. With rates rising between 6 and 9 percent in 2016, they’re set to go up another 3-6% in 2017 (according to the [Boston Globe](https://www.boston.com/cars/news-and-reviews/2016/07/08/why-car-insurance-rates-are-spiking-in-massachusetts)), making many drivers question why. The answer comes down to one thing: technology. Topics: [Car Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/car-insurance) [Massachusetts Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/massachusetts-insurance) [Continue Reading](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/car-insurance-massachusetts-premiums-increase) ## [Car Insurance for West Springfield Residents: Credit Score Impact](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/car-insurance-west-springfield-credit) By [Edward J. Adamczyk](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/author/edward-j-adamczyk) on Nov 14, 2016 6:58:06 PM [![](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_184855364.jpg) ](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/car-insurance-west-springfield-credit) Many drivers are surprised to learn that their credit score can possibly have an impact on [car insurance rates](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/car-insurance-massachusetts). In most states across the nation, insurers take into account drivers’ credit scores when calculating premiums. Drivers in West Springfield, however, don’t have to worry about their credit score when they request auto insurance quotes. Topics: [Car Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/car-insurance) [West Springfield](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/west-springfield) [Massachusetts](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/massachusetts) [Continue Reading](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/car-insurance-west-springfield-credit) ## [Get The Best New Car Advice From Springfield Insurance Pros](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/springfield-insurance-first-car-advice) By [Edward J. Adamczyk](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/author/edward-j-adamczyk) on Jan 13, 2016 3:19:48 PM [![](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_276982391-003470-edited.jpg) ](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/springfield-insurance-first-car-advice) It’s your first new car, and you want to protect it. Liability insurance, which protects you and other people on the road, offers the greatest protection when working with Springfield insurance experts. You may also want to obtain collision and comprehensive coverage, which will help you ensure that your vehicle receives the repairs it needs after an accident. Topics: [Car Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/car-insurance) [Springfield Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/topic/springfield-insurance) [Continue Reading](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/springfield-insurance-first-car-advice) ## [5 Situations Where an Insurance Service Center Can Help With Short-Term Car Insurance](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/blog/insurance-service-center-car-insurance) By [Edward J. Adamczyk](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/author/edward-j-adamczyk) on Jan 4, 2016 4:30:00 AM [![](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_159616337-691060-edited.jpg) ](https://www.habermaninsurance.com/blog/blog/insurance-service-center-car-insurance) Life can be hectic, and you're bound to have times when you'll need to borrow a car or drive someone else's car. When these situations come up, you should consider a short-term car insurance policy. 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