Every UK motorist is required to have some kind of car insurance when they buy and drive a car. Even when the car is not being used, the law requires that the car be insured. Therefore it is important to know what kinds of insurance are most appropriate for you.
Firstly, you can choose from three different types of insurance: third party, third party fire and theft, and comprehensive cover.
The most basic insurance that is available to you is the third party only insurance. This insurance covers the damage of other cars (third parties) in the event of an accident that is your fault. They will, however, not cover your own damage. This cover is usually more appropriate for cars that are not on the road and very old vehicles with low market values. Generally this type of insurance is also considered the cheapest type of insurance. However it is always wise to compare the premium of the policy with that of one of the other types of cover.
The next level of insurance is third party fire and theft. This policy will cover the damage of third parties in the event of an accident where you are at fault. It will also cover you in the event that your car is damaged in a fire or stolen. These policies are generally a little more expensive than the Third Party only policies, but well worth it for older model cars.
Your third option is usually the most expensive option. Comprehensive cover is about cover for your damage, as well as the damage of the third party – no matter who is at fault. The cover also offers several optional extras that could make your life easier in the case of an accident or when your car has been stolen. These options could be anything from courtesy car hire, extra stereo insurance, car content cover, handbag cover etc. The more optional extras that you choose, the higher your premium will be.
Whether you drive an older model car or a brand new car, the likelihood of an accident is quite high. With so many vehicles on the road there is always a good chance of a mishap occurring. You need to be protected from the cost that may occur due to an accident or even the theft of your car and that is where your insurance comes in.
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