Mercury offers a defensive driving discount in 34 states and the District of Columbia for seniors who complete an approved defensive driving course. Specific age requirements vary, and the discount is only available in states that legally mandate it.
Even if Mercury doesn't offer a mature driver discount in your state, there are still other ways for you to lower your premium. For example, Mercury offers a good driver discount, which gives a discount to drivers who have avoided accidents and moving violations for a certain period of time.
Mercury does not advertise a marriage discount, though married drivers do pay less for Mercury car insurance than single drivers, on average. For example, in California, a 45-year-old married driver with a good record on the road pays around 16% less for Mercury coverage than the same driver without a spouse. Married people may also qualify for more Mercury discounts, like the multi-vehicle and multi-policy discounts.
Yes, Mercury offers a defensive driving course discount, but only in states that legally mandate it. Thirty-four states and the District of Columbia require insurance companies to provide a defensive driving discount to eligible drivers, though exact discount amounts and requirements vary.
If Mercury does not offer a defensive driving discount in your state, you should still consider taking a course. By going to traffic school, you can learn how to better avoid at-fault accidents and...
You can lower your Mercury car insurance costs by taking advantage of Mercury discounts, opting for a higher deductible, and reducing your coverage, among other things. Mercury considers a variety of factors when calculating your premium, though some – like your age and location – are out of your control. Fortunately, you can take steps to influence other factors in order to lower your rate.
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