Dealer resource center

Resources you can use at the dealership.

Find floor-plan financing companies, licensing resources and practical answers about test drives, inventory and customer paperwork.

A smoother application

What to have ready for your dealer insurance quote

You do not need to know every insurance term before you apply. Start with the facts about your business and the coverage you already have.

Read the guide Prepare before you open

Getting your used dealer license

Your state, license category and business location determine the process. Use this checklist to organize the work, then follow the official instructions for your dealership.

Read the guide Before the keys change hands

Test drives, dealer plates and take-home cars

Who is driving, why they are driving and which vehicle they use all matter. Discuss your actual test-drive and vehicle-use practices before relying on a dealer policy.

Read the guide Your lender and your lot

Insurance for floor-planned inventory

Financing inventory adds another set of insurance requirements. Get the lender’s written requirements before deciding what coverage to buy.

Read the guide Make the numbers mean something

How to compare dealer insurance quotes

A lower premium is useful when you understand what you are buying. Put the coverage, deductible and payment schedule next to the price before deciding.

Read the guide Tools for the next deal

Useful disclosure and vehicle-check resources

Keep current official guidance close at hand. These resources help used dealers check vehicle history, prepare disclosures and understand common compliance questions.

Read the guide Inventory financing