Penny is an expert on insurance procedures, rates, policies and claims. She has extensive knowledge of all major insurance lines -- auto, homeowners, life and health insurance. She has been answering consumers’ questions as an analyst for more than 15 years and has been featured in numerous major media outlets, including the Washington Post and Kiplinger’s. Read full bio >>
Michelle, the former editorial director, insurance, at QuinStreet, is a writer, editor and expert on car insurance and personal finance. Prior to joining QuinStreet, she reported and edited articles on technology, lifestyle, education and government for magazines, websites and major newspapers, including the New York Daily News. Read full bio >>
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The Auto Club of Southern California, a AAA affiliate, was founded in 1900 and has grown to become one of California’s largest auto insurers. It is headquartered in Los Angeles and is an advocate for auto safety by working to improve roads and traffic laws.
Covering many of the most densely populated areas in California is no easy feat. Auto Club of Southern California serves the following California counties: Inyo, Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Mono, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare, and Ventura.
While there are a number of nationwide carriers who can provide you the coverages you need, if you are a SoCal resident, this insurer offers the opportunity to cash in on the host of benefits and discounts of being a AAA member, many of which are exclusive to Southern California. The site also offers a number of resources such as car-buying guides, and full-service travel planning. AAA also provides variety of mobile apps to make trip-planning easier and access to AAA-certified car-repair shops.
Penny is an expert on insurance procedures, rates, policies and claims. She has extensive knowledge of all major insurance lines -- auto, homeowners, life and health insurance. She has been answering consumers’ questions as an analyst for more than 15 years and has been featured in numerous major media outlets, including the Washington Post and Kiplinger’s.