Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Importance Of Auto Insurance

By Justin McKenzie


When you're looking to buy auto insurance in Burlington, the different varieties of insurance available can be rather confusing. So much insurance jargon gets thrown around that it's difficult to know if you're getting the right deal or not. Learning a little bit about car insurance and the different types of coverage will allow you to make the best auto insurance decisions possible. One of the most commonly purchased auto insurance policies is comprehensive cover. Let's take a look at some of its features:

There are a variety of car insurance policies and levels of coverage to choose from. Here are some of the most common types of auto insurance policies to help you pick the best auto insurance policy possible:

Your car was a big financial commitment for you. If you were involved in an accident and you didn't have insurance, do you have enough spare cash to buy another car outright, for medical bills, for legal bills, and for reimbursing a third party? The cost of a collision can soar into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. An auto insurance policy is far cheaper overall than paying for these costs yourself, and depending on the type of policy and coverage you purchase, can protect you financially, legally and medically in case of an accident.

This is the most basic form of auto insurance policy offered by many car insurers. It means that if you are involved in an accident and it is proven to be your fault (liability) then your insurance provider will pay out a sum of money to the other person involved in the accident (third party) to cover bodily harm or property damage. The amount of cover and what will be paid out is agreed during the initial quote. Make sure you check what is included in third party cover and whether it is realistic enough for your needs.

What is Covered? There is usually quite an extensive list of scenarios and situations that are covered under comprehensive auto insurance policies:

- Liability coverage - covers property damage and injuries to others caused by your car when an accident was your fault.

Your insurer should payout whether the accident is your fault, or somebody else's. Your insurer will pay to have your vehicle repaired or pay the cash value of the vehicle if it cannot be repaired. Comprehensive cover provides protection for your car in the event of damage by fire, theft, weather or vandalism, too.

- Comprehensive coverage - pays out if you sustain damage to your vehicle in an event that wasn't a collision with another vehicle.

- Broken or cracked windows or windshield

- Damage done to your car by animals

- Under-insured motorist coverage - helps with expenses if you are involved in an accident with someone who doesn't have a sufficient level of insurance to cover the damage caused to your vehicle.

Rental Reimbursement, Towing and Labor

It is common practice for the person who was at fault to pay. If they have a car insurance policy their insurance company will pay for any damage caused. If they don't have adequate insurance, who pays depends on what level of coverage you have, such as under-insured/uninsured motorist cover. How Much Should You Pay?

There's a lot to consider when choosing the right car insurance coverage. However, if you drive considerable distances for work every day and often travel with passengers in your car, perhaps it's best to go with the top level of comprehensive insurance coverage.

When considering your deductible, remember that the top amount comprehensive car insurance coverage pays out in the event of a serious accident or damage is the total, current cash value of your car. Therefore, if your vehicle's cash value is a similar amount to your insurance deductible (your car may be old or worn out), comprehensive coverage might not be the best auto insurance policy for you.




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