Insurance Options for Your Vehicle Loan
To keep your loan in good standing, your vehicle must stay protected at all times. You can do that in one of two ways: carry your own full coverage insurance, or use our CPI plan with liability insurance.
Questions About My Coverage?Option 1: Full Coverage Insurance
Provide your own insurance policy with:
- Comprehensive coverage
- Collision coverage
- Deductible of $500 to $1,000 maximum
If you maintain qualifying full coverage insurance, CPI is not added to your account.
Option 2: Liability Insurance + CPI
If you choose not to carry full coverage, we allow you to carry liability insurance and purchase our Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) plan instead.
For some customers, this can be a more affordable option than traditional full coverage insurance.
What Is Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI)?
CPI is coverage that protects the financed vehicle when qualifying full coverage insurance is not in place.
If qualifying full coverage is not maintained, CPI is required under the terms of the contract and may be added to your account.
This is not an optional add-on when full coverage is missing. It is part of the loan agreement.
How CPI Can Help
If the Vehicle Is Damaged
CPI may help cover eligible damage to the vehicle. If the coverage needs to be used, we can offer a $500 deductible to help repair the vehicle or help get you back on the road.
If the Vehicle Is Totaled or Stolen
CPI may also help reduce the remaining balance owed on the loan after a major loss, similar to how gap coverage works.
Important Things to Know
- You must still carry at least liability insurance
- CPI is used when you do not maintain qualifying full coverage
- CPI protects the financed vehicle
- CPI may also help in a total loss situation
- CPI is required by your contract if full coverage is not kept in place
When CPI May Be Added to My Account
- You do not provide proof of full coverage insurance
- Your insurance policy lapses
- Your deductible is higher than allowed
- Your policy does not meet the contract requirements
- We are unable to verify your qualifying coverage
Once acceptable proof of full coverage is provided, CPI can be removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why am I being charged for CPI?
Your contract requires the vehicle to be protected at all times. If qualifying full coverage is not in place, CPI is added.
Can I just carry liability insurance?
Yes, as long as CPI is also added to protect the financed vehicle.
Is CPI optional?
No. If qualifying full coverage is not maintained, CPI is required under the terms of the contract.
Does CPI replace liability insurance?
No. You still need liability insurance to legally drive the vehicle.
Can CPI help if my car is totaled?
Yes. CPI may help reduce the remaining balance after a covered total loss, similar to gap coverage.
Can I remove CPI later?
Yes. Once you provide proof of qualifying full coverage insurance, CPI can be removed.
Need Help Understanding Your Options?
We’re happy to explain your coverage options, help you understand CPI, and review whether your current policy meets the contract requirements.
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