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Instances Not Covered in Car Insurance

Car insurance excludes intentional damage, racing incidents, and wear and tear. It doesn’t cover uninsured drivers or unauthorized modifications. Understanding these exclusions helps ensure comprehensive protection.

  • 08 Apr 2025
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Car insurance plays a vital role in financially safeguarding drivers against accidents or vehicle theft. However, it's important to note that not all situations are covered by our car insurance policy. This article will explore ten scenarios that may not fall under car insurance coverage, shedding light on what comprehensive car insurance does not include. By understanding these exceptions, we can better prepare for challenges and ensure that we have the necessary protection for our specific driving circumstances.

What does Car Insurance not cover?

Here are some of the car insurance exclusions`:

  • Intentional Damage

Car insurance typically does not cover damages intentionally caused by the policyholder. This includes situations such as crashing the vehicle out of anger or frustration.

  • Racing and Speed Contests

Accidents occurring during participation in racing or speed contests are generally excluded from coverage.

  • Driving Under the Influence

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is not only against the law but also violates most car insurance policies. If we're involved in an accident while impaired, our insurance might not cover damages to our vehicle or any third-party liabilities.

  • Uninsured Drivers

It's worth noting that not all drivers on the road carry insurance. In situations where an uninsured driver causes an accident, our coverage may not fully compensate for our losses.

  • Non-listed or Unauthorised Drivers

If someone who is not listed on our policy or without our permission drives our car and an accident occurs there might be limitations in coverage.

  • Normal Wear and Mechanical Failures

Car insurance generally doesn't cover the wear and tear of our vehicle or mechanical failures.

  • Commercial Use of Personal Vehicle

If we use our vehicle for business purposes without coverage, any accidents related to those activities may not be covered.

  • Acts of Nature

Comprehensive car insurance typically provides coverage for accidents, thefts, or vandalism. However, it often excludes damage caused by disasters, like floods, earthquakes and hurricanes. To safeguard against these events, we may need to obtain another coverage.

  • Customisations and High-Value Accessories

Aftermarket customisations or valuable accessories added to our car may not be fully covered unless we purchase additional coverage options.

  • Unapproved Vehicle Modifications

Modifying our vehicle in ways that are not approved by our insurance company could lead to denied claims. It is important to let our insurer know about any changes to our vehicle so that we can ensure continued coverage.

Conclusion

It is crucial to understand the exclusions and limitations of our car insurance policy to make informed decisions about our coverage. If some concerns or requirements are not addressed by our policy it would be wise to discuss them with our insurance provider and explore car insurance add-ons that can fill any gaps in protection. We should always carefully review the policy documents and maintain communication with the insurance provider for a comprehensive understanding of the coverage we have.


 

Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only. It may contain outdated data and information regarding the Insurance industry and products. It is advised to verify the currency and relevance of the data and information before taking any major steps. ICICI Lombard is not liable for any inaccuracies or consequences resulting from the use of this outdated information.

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