Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is calling for changes in how auto insurance is calculated in the state. During a press conference Wednesday, Giannoulias introduced the “Driving Change” ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- If your auto insurance rate has skyrocketed, you're not alone. The ABC7 I-Team has received calls from several consumers whose policies have gone up hundreds of dollars, and they're ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

Here’s an appalling fact: The cost of your car insurance in Illinois isn’t based on your driving record — it’s based on things such as the neighborhood where you live and your credit score. This is ...

Car insurance is required to drive in Illinois, but the Illinois Secretary of State's office said so many people can't afford the insurance that they're risking driving without any coverage these days ...

Minimum liability and full coverage are the two primary types of auto insurance on the market. Most insurers also offer add-on coverages and customization options to help you tailor your chosen policy ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WLS) -- The cost of auto insurance spiking, an ongoing issue for consumers since the pandemic. New proposed Illinois legislation could provide drivers with some relief. There are ...

Like everywhere else, the cost of car insurance in Illinois has gone up: Annual full coverage premiums in the state averaged about $2,376 in 2025, or just under $200 a month. CNBC Select reviewed ...

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Around 8.5 million drivers are registered in Illinois, according to Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias's office. By law, all vehicle owners in the state are required to carry auto insurance.

With car insurance rates soaring in recent years, drivers are looking for ways to save on their premiums. Many insurers offer safe driving discounts that incorporate telematics programs, also known as ...