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Third party EV insurance
General information about third party motor insurance considerations for electric vehicle owners.
Understanding third party property damage cover
Third party property damage insurance is generally designed to cover your legal liability for damage to another person's vehicle or property, subject to the policy wording, exclusions and limits. It generally does not provide the same level of cover for damage to your own vehicle as comprehensive insurance.
- Damage to another vehicle
- Damage to another person's property
- Policy limits and exclusions
- How damage to your own EV is treated
Review what is and is not covered
Third party products vary. Review the relevant PDS and policy wording to understand the cover, exclusions, limits and optional benefits that apply.
Separate property damage, fire and theft, and CTP
Third party property damage insurance concerns liability for damage to other people’s property. Products with fire and theft may add specified protection for the insured vehicle. CTP concerns injury liability, with arrangements varying by jurisdiction.
Ask what, if anything, the product covers for your own EV. Do not assume that a limited benefit for one situation provides the same protection as comprehensive cover.
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Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to common questions.
Why can EV insurance be different?
Electric vehicles use battery systems, high-voltage components and vehicle-specific technology that can affect assessment and repair considerations. The significance of those factors varies by vehicle, damage and insurer.
What does EV insurance cover?
Cover depends on the insurer, policy wording, selected options, exclusions, limits and eligibility. Read the applicable product documentation before acquiring cover.
Where should I confirm current insurance terms?
Confirm current pricing, eligibility, cover, exclusions and limits directly with an appropriately licensed insurance provider and read the documents it supplies before deciding whether to acquire a product.
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