Formula
New premium ≈ Base premium × (1.5 to 2.0) − applicable teen discounts (good student, driver's ed, telematics).
How to use it
- Start with your current annual premium
- Multiply by 1.5 for a female teen, 1.8–2.0 for a male teen
- Subtract 10–25% for good student discount
- Subtract 5–10% for driver's ed completion
- Assign teen to the lowest-value vehicle to minimize the increase
Worked example
Current premium $1,800. Adding 16-year-old son: 1.9× = $3,420. Good student (−15%) and driver's ed (−7%) = $2,668.
Frequently asked questions
When must I add my teen?
As soon as they hold a learner's permit and drive your vehicles.
Does it cost less if my teen is at college without a car?
Yes – the 'student away at school' discount can cut their portion 15–30%.
Guides and coverage behind this calculator
Affordable options for adding a new driver to your policy.
What it costs, when to add them, and the discounts most parents miss.
Graduated licensing, parental responsibility, and the disclosure rules every El Paso family needs to know before handing over the keys.
When to add them, what discounts apply, and how to keep the premium increase manageable.
If your student is heading to UT, A&M, or out of state, here's how to handle the policy.
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