It’s one thing to drive a classic car; it’s another thing entirely to own one. The folks over at Hagerty have shown over the years that their respect for classics comes not from just the business side of things, but also from a deep love and admiration for what classic cars mean to us drivers, providing service not just to clients, but to the community and future car-lovers as well.

Cody Kinney, a travel and events coordinator for Hagerty, gave us some compelling reasons for what makes the company one of the premier choices for protecting historical cars. For starters, they’re a leader in their field by numbers alone–over 700,000 vehicles and 10,000 boats, worth a total of $19 billion, are insured by Hagerty.

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The company also offers coverage for a guaranteed value, giving you peace of mind over your car’s worth, be it a ’32 Ford hot rod or a ’70 Plymouth Superbird. Hagerty even handles all of its claims in-house, reducing the hassle of filing a report and getting cash in hand that much faster.

Beyond all that, however, Hagerty is also dedicated to improving the lives of future enthusiasts with its nonprofit organization, the Collectors Foundation. Started in 2005, the foundation’s mission is to “support young people and the future of the collector community, [awarding] scholarships and educational grants to organizations that are committed to hands-on education.” 10% of the company’s revenue is directed to the foundation each year to support its ongoing good will.

What’s more, Hagerty gives back through other means, like having its employees devote at least 16 hours annually to community service. Whether it’s providing service to clients or the general public, Hagerty invites you to “Ride with the Leader” and reap the benefits of honest, reliable coverage. Find out more by visiting their website and liking them on Facebook.

Thanks to the Collectors Foundation, places like the Berks County Career Tech School (a student of which is shown here) can continue teaching kids about cars. Photo: Collectors Foundation