Cars, SUVs, Trucks

The second largest purchase that most people will make in their lifetime is the purchase of a new vehicle. This falls directly behind purchasing and wning a house. The main difference is that statistics show that whilst people might change their house two or three times in a lifetime, the same owner will change vehicles at least ten times if not closer to twenty.

The law requires that every car on the road is insured. Basic insurance or compulsory insurance only covers any other cars for damage and repairs in an accident that is defined as your fault. If your car is also damaged, the costs will come out of your own pocket.

The law requires that every car on the road is insured, which leaves you no choice but to take out compulsory insurance unless you want to get fined or imprisoned heavily for ignoring the insurance. Compulsory insurance only covers the other vehicles involved in the accident if you are the one held responsible for the accident.

Buying a car for the first time is a big step in a man or woman’s life. However it also comes with some risk and more expenses.

Of course you do not. But people will refer to you as stupid if you go out, are involved in an accident, and now have no means to cover the damages. Now you are walking or biking to work.

However, if you have the common sense to take out comprehensive coverage, your vehicle is protected under several forms of damage and even theft.

That is why car insurance providers heavily recommend comprehensive coverage.

Insurance premiums are calculated on an annual basis, and should run at around 6% of the replacement value of your car. A lot of people will gladly cover that amount to insure much stronger protection from the insurance company.

If you are young you are going to pay a lot. Comprehensive car insurance also covers your vehicle in the unfortunate instance of a car theft.

Car theft happens all the time, as many robbers find radios, disc players, GPS systems, and other items in the car very desirable. Protect your goods with extensive coverage.

Graham McKenzie is the content Syndication Manager at Insurance123.co.za South Africans leading car insurance information portal