Get the best young drivers car insurance (aged 16-24) in Canada

Q: Does car insurance go down at age 25?

Yes, if you have a long, clean driving record and have a history of insurance, then car insurance should go down more dramatically once you hit age 25. Drivers under 25 are typically seen as high-risk. But, also know that if you're just starting to drive at age 25 you will be listed as a first-time driver and will pay more for car insurance than other more experienced 25 year-old drivers.

Q: How much is car insurance for young drivers?

A young driver's car insurance can be 4-5 times as much as a driver with more experience. But car insurance is made up of many factors that affect your premium other than your age, including the car you drive and where you live.

Q: What is the cheapest car insurance company for young drivers?

The cheapest companies are likely the ones that offer usage-based insurance, including Allstate, Belair, CAA, Desjardins, Intact, Onlia, and TD insurance.

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How car insurance for young drivers works in Canada

Matt Hands, VP, Insurance and MoneySense

September 20, 2023

Young drivers (people aged 16-24) pay more for car insurance because insurance companies view them as high-risk. But there are many ways to get the best car insurance for new drivers under 25. The easiest way is to compare car insurance quotes for young drivers to ensure you’re paying the best price. You can do that now, for free, by entering your postal code into our car insurance estimator.

Insurance companies use historical data and statistics to give you your rate. Young drivers account for only 10% of drivers on the road, but conversely they’re involved in roughly 25% of collisions. Based on statistics alone you can see why insurance may be higher for young drivers. But, fear not, there are many tips and tricks you can use even before and after this process to make sure you're paying the cheapest car insurance rate.

Ways to lower car insurance for young drivers

There are a number of ways a young driver can attempt to lower the price they pay for car insurance. We recommend investigating the following tactics:

Take a young driver training course

Obey the rules of the road

More safe driving experience yields better rates

Consider usage-based insurance

Good grades pays

Alumni discounts

Get the right coverage

Bundle your policies

Buy the right car

Get the right gear

Pay your insurance on time (or ahead of time)

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As a young driver paying for car insurance can be expensive. Why not take a few minutes to compare quotes from multiple providers to see if you're getting the cheapest rate available.

Comparing the cost of Ontario car insurance by driver age

This table shows estimated costs for Ontario car insurance only, based on a clean driving record, a male driver driving an owned 2015 Chevy Colorado EXT CAB 2WD, living in Ottawa, Ontario, parking in a driveway. The truck has winter tires, an anti-theft device, and is used to commute about 10,000 km per year.

The key takeaway is that auto insurance is very expensive for young drivers. Even though this example is based on Ontario rates, a similar rate variation would be seen across Canada. The older and more experience you gain as a driver, the cheaper you car insurance rates will be - assuming you maintain a clean driving record.

Age	Average car insurance rate (annual)
18 year-old	$502
20 year-old	$408
21 year-old	$242
22 year-old	$221
25 year-old	$130
30 year-old	$109

FAQs on young driver's car insurance

Does car insurance go down at age 25?

How much is car insurance for young drivers?

How to get cheap insurance for young drivers?

If you can, use your parent's policy to pay the least amount of money for insurance. Otherwise, customize your policy to suit your needs, such as increasing the deductible, lowering your third-party liability insurance, or dropping comprehensive or collision insurance coverage. Be sure to understand your risks before reducing your coverage. Ask for discounts, try usage-based insurance, and definitely take a driver's ed course.

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Matt Hands, Business Director of Insurance

With 6+ years of experience at Ratehub.ca, Matt’s focus has been on growing its newest business unit, Insurance. He is a thought leader and a valuable resource to respected publications across Canada. read full bio

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