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auto insurance discounts and ways to save money

There are a variety of ways that you can save money on your auto insurance. Insurance companies offer specific discounts, provide account credits or consider a variety of preferential rating factors which you may or may not be eligible for that can reduce your auto insurance premium.

When considering discounts, it's important to remember that you need to look at the combined discounts for all your policies. With “managed competition,” simply qualfiying for a discount doesn't mean that it is the best solution for you. There are situations when you could realize more substantial savings or have better coverage through a carrier that doesn't provide the same discount structure. Our trusted associates provide you the guidance to evaluate a wide variety of options so that you can make informed decisions. Contact us for details about any of these discounts opportunities.

Some of the discount and rating factors considered by carriers include: 

auto and home package discount

You can often save up to 20% on your auto insurance when your auto and home (home, condo or renters) policies are with the same insurance company.  Most companies provide an additional discount on your home policy, so the savings can be substantial.

multi-car discounts

You can often qualify for a discount if you and/or your spouse/partner insure two or more cars and meet certain requirements.

AAA member or other motor club

Some insurance companies provide a discount if you are a member of a qualifying motor club such as AAA, Cross-Country, GM Motor Club, Onstar and others. If you are a member of one of these or another be sure to inform us.

anti-theft device

Many new vehicles come with factory installed anti-theft devices, and you can install additional devices. You can qualify for a 5%-35% anti-theft device discount on Comprehensive Coverage depending on what you have installed. Review the Anti-Theft Device Discount Verification for details on specific anti-theft devices and applicable discounts and talk to a trusted Murphy Insurance associate to make sure we are aware of anti-theft devices on your vehicles.

passive restraint discount

You'll receive a 25% discount on certain Personal Injury, Bodily Injury and Medical protection if your vehicle has air bags or automatic seat belts.

group discounts

The Mass Division of Insurance approves certain groups for special auto insurance discounts. Please take a moment to review the complete Group Discount Programs, and if you are a member of a qualified group, be sure sure to let us know so that we consider it as we compare auto insurance options for you. There's no way for us to know that you're eligible unless you tell us.

Two group discounts are available based on making a donation to the organization. Let us know if you already do or may consider making a discount.

  • Clear Path for Veterans of N.E. - $50 minimum donation required
  • Pan-Mass Challenge - $50 minimum donation required

low mileage discount

You can qualify for a low mileage discount if you drive your vehicle less than 5,000 miles per year. Some carriers will provide a low mileage discount if you drive 7,500 or 10,000. To receive this discount you must verify your low mileage by submitting an Annual Mileage Discount form.

good student discount

Some insurance carriers provide a discount on qualifying policies for a high school or college student, who maintains a grade average of "B" or 3.0 or better.

student away discount

In qualifying situations where there is a student residing in your home that is currently living away at school, some insurance companies may provide a discount because the student is driving a vehicle less.

loyalty discounts

Some companies reward customers with reduced rates or discounts depending on how long you have had your insurance with their company.

public transit

If you use public transportation to get to work on an ongoing basis, some companies provide you with a 10% discount on certain property damage and collision protections by providing proof of purchase. 

age 65 or older

After all other discounts and rating factors are applied; you can receive an additional 25% discount on all coverages. 

basic and advanced driver training course

New drivers may qualify for a discount if they have taken a basic driver training course. Also certain carriers provide a specific discount or consider it a preferential rating factor if you have completed a qualified advanced driver training program, i.e. In Control Advanced Driver Training

hybrid vehicles

Some companies offer discounts or preferential ratings if you drive a hybrid vehicle.

other miscellaneous

  • Pan-Mass Challenge Mapfre Partnership - Mapfre Insurance is the Official Auto Insurance Provider of the Pan-Mass Challenge. Donating to PMC can make you eligible for a discount on your auto policy. You must provide proof each year of a donation to maintain this discount. If you are a Mapfre Insured, please provide Murphy Insurance with proof of your donation. learn more and donate to qualify >
  • Mapfre Life Insurance - Mapfre offers Simple Issue Term Insurance, which in addition to helping protect your loved ones also provides a discount on your auto insurance.

 

 

NOTE: The discount information is only a general description of the available coverages and is not a statement of contract. All coverages are subject to all policy provisions and applicable endorsements. Some coverage may be subject to individual insureds meeting underwriting qualifications and to availability within a state. Discount options can change at any time. The information provided above is accurate as of January 1, 2017. For further information contact a Murphy Insurance Agency Associate.