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The influence of young drivers' age and experience on the price of compulsory car insurance: what is worth knowing?

In Lithuania, compulsory Motor third party liability insurance (MTPL) is mandatory for every driver. However, its price strongly depends on the policyholder’s profile – the driver’s age and driving experience are particularly influential. Young drivers are often surprised why their insurance is more expensive than, for example, that of their parents or older colleagues. In this article, we explain why this is the case and how you can save money.

Why is insurance more expensive for a young driver?

Insurance companies assess risk – the higher the probability of a traffic accident, the higher the insurance premium. Statistics show that drivers under the age of 25 are more likely to get into traffic accidents. The reasons for this are undeveloped reflexes, lack of experience, a greater tendency to take risks on the road or not assess the situation.

Therefore, even if a young driver drives carefully and responsibly, he or she is still classified as a “risk group.” Insurance companies often automatically assess this based on age and the date of obtaining a driver’s license.

Driving experience is an important factor

Even if a driver is over 25, driving experience can still matter. For example, if a person only got their license a year ago, they are still considered an “inexperienced driver,” which increases the cost of insurance.

When setting a price, insurance companies usually evaluate:

  • how many years have passed since the driver’s license was issued;
  • whether the driver was an insured (i.e. had concluded this type of contract) before;
  • whether there have been any previously registered traffic accidents.

If a driver has been driving for 5-7 years and has no claim history, the premium is significantly reduced – often up to 30-50%, compared to a novice driver.

How can young drivers reduce the cost of MTPL?

There are several practical tips to help reduce the cost of compulsory insurance:

  1. Choose a vehicle with a smaller engine capacity and power – more powerful cars are often considered riskier, especially when the driver does not have much experience.
  2. Carefully check the terms and conditions for other drivers – if you are the only one driving the car, the price may be better than if you choose to have others drive. This is especially important if it is stated that the other drivers will be younger or have less driving experience than the person signing the contract.
  3. Use price comparison – on the “Man Ramu” insurance platform you will see offers from several insurers in one place. Some companies are slightly more favorable to young drivers than others.
  4. Avoid a history of claims. Insurance companies pay close attention to the number of incidents – even minor incidents (e.g. a small scratch on another car’s bumper) can affect your insurance history. If you have 2 or more incidents within 12 months, your insurance price will increase significantly.
  5. Monitor offers during renewal. If the premium was high in the first year, it doesn’t mean it will be the same in the second – it’s important to compare offers again.

For young and inexperienced drivers, the price of compulsory car insurance will inevitably be higher, but driving experience, responsible behavior on the road and a favorable history over several years allow you to reduce your insurance premium. And using a platform like “I am calm”, you can quickly and easily find out which insurer offers the best price even for “green leaves”.

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