Learn how gap insurance protects you financially by covering the difference between your car's value and what you owe in case of total loss. Discover when to buy it.

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Collision insurance can help pay for repairs to your vehicle if it collides with an object, such as another vehicle or pole. If you have a loan or lease on your car, your lender likely requires ...