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With very few exceptions, nearly every individual and family in the U.S. is facing higher-than-normal increases to their auto insurance premiums. \u00a0According to Bankrate<\/a>, an independent publisher and comparison service, auto insurance in the U.S. costs an average of $2,014 per year, an increase of 13.72% between 2022 and 2023.<\/p>\n

While individual rates will vary based on each individual\u2019s circumstances and history, there are some general trends that are leading to these increases.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Increased Volume and Cost of Auto Claims<\/h5>\n

Your personal auto insurance is designed to pay for the costs that may be incurred due to an accident (property damage\/repairs, medical costs).\u00a0 Therefore, if the costs associated with an accident increase, insurance premiums will follow suit.\u00a0 The following factors are leading to higher claims costs:<\/p>\n