McKayla Girardin, Car Insurance Writer
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Yes, GEICO DriveEasy does track speed using a smartphone app. DriveEasy also raises rates for poor driving, so drivers who have a habit of speeding may want to reconsider using this telematics program.
What GEICO DriveEasy Tracks
- Speed
- Hard braking
- Cornering
- Mileage
In addition to raising your rates for speeding and engaging in other risky behaviors while using DriveEasy, GEICO will increase your premiums for things like speeding tickets, at-fault accidents and moving violations since these activities are reported on your driving record and could classify you as high-risk. As a result, practicing safe driving is the best way to keep your premiums low.
To learn more, check out WalletHub’s full review of GEICO DriveEasy.
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How much can you save with GEICO DriveEasy?
GEICO DriveEasy used to say that you can save up to 15% initially and then up to 25% depending on your driving habits, though these statistics are no longer listed on the DriveEasy site. DriveEasy monitors things like speed and hard braking to determine how much a driver is eligible to save.
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read full answer by McKayla Girardin, Car Insurance WriterCan GEICO DriveEasy raise your rates?
Yes, GEICO DriveEasy can raise your rates for poor driving habits, such as distracted driving or hard braking, when your policy renews. With good driving habits, however, you can save a lot of money on your premium each year by participating in DriveEasy.
What GEICO DriveEasy Monitors
- Speed
- Hard braking
- Cornering
- Smoothness
- Distracted driving
- Road type
- Weather conditions
- The time of day that you drive...
Why did GEICO raise my rates?
GEICO may have raised your rates because of changes to your policy or circumstances. Examples include adding a new type of coverage, becoming eligible for an additional type of discount, being involved in an accident, or buying a new car. Recent economic trends have also driven up auto insurance costs overall, and GEICO’s average premium has increased over the past few years.
Possible Reasons Why Your GEICO Insurance Went Up
- Changes in...
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