Gap insurance can pay out if the balance on your car loan is larger than the amount your insurance company will pay if your car is totaled Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

Guaranteed asset protection (GAP) insurance is a type of auto insurance coverage that is most commonly available for newer vehicles. New cars can depreciate quickly, so carrying standard coverage ...

Gap insurance is specifically designed for drivers with outstanding loan balances on their vehicles. It is typically only available for brand-new vehicles or for models that are less than three years ...