What car insurance is required in Tennessee?
A car insurance policy with a minimum amount of liability coverage is required in Tennessee, as it is in almost all states. However, minimum coverage may not be the full extent of coverage you want. If you have a car loan or lease, your lender may require you to have additional coverage, such as collision and comprehensive.
As of March 2023, 25/50/25 liability coverage limits are the minimum required in Tennessee.
COVERAGE TYPE
TENNESSEE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bodily injury liability
$25,000 per person; $50,000 per accident
Property damage liability
$25,000 per accident
COVERAGE TYPE
Bodily injury liability
TENNESSEE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
$25,000 per person; $50,000 per accident
COVERAGE TYPE
Property damage liability
TENNESSEE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
$25,000 per accident
How much does car insurance generally cost in Tennessee?
Tennessee drivers paid an average of $987 a year for full coverage (liability, collision and comprehensive) in 2020, according to the most recent data available from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). That’s slightly lower than the national average of $1,176 per year for coverage, the NAIC report shows. Keep in mind that insurance premiums in most states have changed since then. Your cost will also depend on how much coverage you choose, as well as your driving history, the car you drive and other factors.
Does insurance follow the car or driver in Tennessee?
Typically, car insurance in Tennessee follows the car, not the driver, depending on the coverages in your policy. This is known as ownership liability, which means if you allow a family member or friend to drive your car, they may be covered by your insurance policy.
What does car insurance typically cover in Tennessee?
A typical car insurance policy in Tennessee includes coverage for bodily injury and property damage liability, as well as optional uninsured/underinsured motorist, collision and comprehensive coverage in case of covered damage or theft.
Farmers® also offers optional Rental or Rental Alternative coverage (for when your car is in the shop), Vehicle Replacement Plus (if your newer car is totaled), Enhanced Roadside and Ride Assistance and other coverages. Read more about coverage options in Tennessee with a Farmers Flex Personal Auto policy.
Tennessee car insurance discounts
Farmers offers a variety of discounts for drivers in Tennessee. For example:
- Welcome Discount
- Loyalty Discount
- Five-Year Accident-Free Discount
- Multi-Policy Discount
- Signal®, which can reward you with an initial discount when you use our Signal app
See more information about additional discounts that may be available in Tennessee.
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More coverage options in Tennessee
Tennessee home insurance
Learn more about what home insurance in Tennessee covers, available discounts and more.
View home insurance coverage details and discounts for Tennessee
Renters insurance
Renters insurance can help cover what your landlord’s insurance policy doesn’t, such as furniture, electronics and other personal belongings.
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What Is Uninsured Motorist Coverage?
If you have uninsured motorist coverage, your accident-related expenses can be covered. And if the other driver does have insurance, but it’s not sufficient to cover your costs (given today’s high medical bills), underinsured motorist coverage can help fill the gap.
