Tesla announced lower cost Tesla Insurance to customers in California which can be cancelled at any time

Briefing

Tesla announced lower cost Tesla Insurance to customers in California which can be cancelled at any time

September 11, 2019

Briefing

  • Tesla Insurance – Car maker Tesla launched Tesla Insurance, which provides coverage for Tesla vehicles in California, on August 28, 2019, and could expand to more U.S. states in future
  • Lower Premiums – Offers premiums 20-30% lower than other insurance providers, charging from $1,913 per year for more affordable Model 3 to $2,963 per year for high-end Model S 90 D
  • Advantages – Tesla better understands its vehicles, technology, safety and repair costs, and eliminates fees charged by traditional insurance carriers
  • Availability – Existing owners can avail of policy through website while new customers can request quote upon linking vehicle identification number (VIN) to their Tesla account
  • Cancellation Policy – Insurance can be cancelled or changed at any time
  • Data Use Policy – Does not use data from vehicles, such as global positioning system (GPS) locations or camera footage, to price its insurance

Market Disruption

Business Model and Practices

Business Model
and Practices

Sector

Transportation and Logistics

Function

Customer Experience and Service

Organization

Tesla Motors Inc.

Source

Original Publication Date

August 28, 2019

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