Drivers may want to terminate their car insurance for various different reasons. Relocating or moving to a new state might be one reason. Getting rid of a car might be another. Sometimes it’s just a case of finding better coverage or lower premiums. Regardless of the reasons, it’s important to follow some basic guidelines and do it properly.

The “Standard Operating Procedure” for most insurer’s is that you can cancel your policy simply by sending written notice with your desired termination date. Keep in mind that your policy may not necessarily stop at the end of your term, it may have an auto-renew clause. You also shouldn’t assume that your policy gets canceled by simply not paying your next premium.

You also shouldn’t expect this to be clear on your policy. Most insurers will be quick to let you know that your coverage terminates at the end of the policy period if you don’t pay your premium, but they aren’t always so quick to let you know of the repercussions you may face for not providing formal notice of your policy termination.

Another thing to keep in mind is that if you cancel your policy improperly, you can get labeled as a high-risk applicant, which can impact your chances for getting the best policy in the future. You can avoid these problems altogether by simply making sure that you terminate your policy correctly and in a timely manner.

If you’ve decided you want to switch coverage to another insurer, and you plan on driving your car throughout the process, you’ll have to see that there is no lapse in your car insurance coverage. Make sure to coordinate the starting date of your new policy is effective on or before the termination date of your old policy.

If you go to the trouble and make the effort to notify your old insurance company when you want to cancel your auto policy, and follow their stated termination process, you won’t have to worry about any potential negative repercussions.

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