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Insurance for your vehicle

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Motor Insurance

Motor insurance is a financial safeguard that provides coverage for your vehicle in case of accidents, theft, or damage. It also includes liability protection for potential harm to others, ensuring legal compliance and peace of mind while driving. Having motor insurance is often a legal requirement in many places and helps mitigate the financial risks associated with car ownership.


Motor Insurance - Comprehensive policy for private passenger cars


  • Financial Protection

    This covers the insured vehicle against damages due to accidents, including collisions, overturning, and damage from natural calamities like earthquakes, floods, and storms..

  • Theft Protection

    If the insured car is stolen, the policy reimburses the policyholder for the insured value of the vehicle. Some policies also cover accessories and parts stolen with the car.

  • Natural Calamities

    Comprehensive policies often include coverage for natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, landslides, and storms, ensuring the vehicle is protected in adverse weather conditions.

  • Transit Damage

    At times, vehicle is transported from one location to another via railways, surface transport and over river. In case the vehicle is damaged in transit, the comprehensive motor insurance policy will help take care of the cost of repairs

  • Third-Party Liability Coverage

    Mandatory by law in India, this covers legal liabilities arising from injuries or property damage caused to a third party by the insured vehicle. It includes compensation for bodily injury, death, and property damage.

  • Personal Accident Cover

    Provides coverage for the policyholder and passengers for accidental injuries or death while traveling in the insured car. This typically includes coverage for medical expenses and compensation in case of death or disability.

  • Zero Dep

    This add-on covers the depreciation cost deducted from your car's parts during claims, excluding the first two claims from the depreciation deduction.

  • No Claim Bonus Protection

    With this add-on, you can file a fixed number of claims in a policy year without affecting your accumulated No Claim Bonus discount..

  • Roadside Assistance

    Provides help in case of a car breakdown in sparsely populated areas by arranging fuel supply, towing, or repairs.

  • Return to Invoice

    This covers the difference between the car's purchase price and compensation due to depreciation and may cover the gap for a new car of the same make and model.

  • Repair of Glass Fiber and Plastic Parts

    Covers damages to glass, fibre, and plastic parts without affecting the No Claim Bonus discount, with one claim allowed per policy year.

  • Emergency Transport and Hotel Expenses

    Offers financial support for overnight accommodation and commuting expenses if your car is damaged during a journey.

  • Engine Secure

    Covers repair or replacement costs for the engine if damaged by water, ideal for flood-prone areas.

  • Consumable Expenses

    Covers the cost of replenishing consumables like gearbox oil, nuts & bolts, oil filter, etc., during claims.

  • Loss of Personal Belongings

    Covers the loss of personal belongings such as CDs, audio and video tapes, and clothes in case of an accident. However, remember that certain exclusions may apply to specific add-ons, and coverage for personal belongings.

  1. Riot and Strike Damage: Covers damage to the insured car due to riots, strikes, or civil unrest.
  2. Towing Assistance: Provides reimbursement for the cost of towing the vehicle to the nearest garage or repair facility in case of a breakdown or accident.
  3. No Claim Bonus (NCB): Offers a discount on the premium for each claim-free year. The NCB can accumulate over time, reducing the policyholder's premium significantly.
  4. Coverage for Personal Belongings: Some policies may offer limited coverage for personal belongings kept in the insured car in case they are damaged or stolen.
  5. Geographical Coverage: Comprehensive policies typically cover the insured vehicle across India, ensuring protection during long-distance travels.
  6. Add-On Covers: Policyholders can enhance their coverage by adding optional riders or add-on covers, such as zero depreciation cover, engine protector, consumable expenses cover, and roadside assistance, among others.
  7. Deductibles: Policyholders can choose a voluntary deductible, which is an amount they agree to pay out of pocket during a claim. Opting for a higher deductible can lower the premium.
  8. Flexible Policy Term: Motor insurance policies can be purchased for one year, and policyholders have the option to renew annually.

It's essential for car owners in India to carefully review the terms and conditions of a Comprehensive Motor Insurance policy, including any exclusions and limitations, before purchasing coverage. Additionally, the premium amount may vary based on factors such as the car's make and model, the policyholder's age, and the location of the insured vehicle, among others.

  • Traffic Violations
  • Driving History
  • Accident Claims
  • Driving Experience

Glossary of common terms used in Motor Insurance in India:

  1. Policyholder (Insured): The person who owns the motor insurance policy.
  2. Premium: The amount of money paid by the policyholder to the insurance company for coverage.
  3. Deductible: The amount of money the policyholder agrees to pay out of pocket before the insurance coverage kicks in.
  4. Coverage: The protection provided by the insurance policy for specific risks or perils related to the vehicle.
  5. Policy: The formal written contract of insurance between the insurance company and the policyholder.
  6. Insurer (Insurance Company): The company providing the motor insurance coverage.
  7. Third-Party Liability: Coverage that protects the policyholder against legal liability arising from injuries or damages to third parties.
  8. Comprehensive Coverage: A type of motor insurance policy that provides coverage for both third-party liability and damage to the insured vehicle.
  9. Own Damage: Coverage for the damage or loss to the insured vehicle due to various perils like accident, theft, natural disasters, etc.
  10. No Claim Bonus (NCB): A discount provided by the insurer on the premium for each claim-free year.
  11. Endorsement: A written amendment or modification to the existing insurance policy terms and conditions.
  12. Claim: A request by the policyholder to the insurance company for compensation for a covered loss.
  13. Insured Declared Value (IDV): The current market value of the insured vehicle, which is used to determine the premium and coverage.
  14. Exclusion: Specific conditions or circumstances for which the policy will not provide coverage.
  15. Zero Depreciation Cover: An add-on cover that provides coverage for repair or replacement of parts without considering depreciation.
  16. Premium Loading: An additional premium charged by the insurer for providing certain benefits or coverage.
  17. Engine Protection Cover: An add-on cover that provides coverage for the repair or replacement of the engine and its parts.
  18. Anti-Theft Device: A security device installed in the vehicle to prevent theft, which may lead to a discount on the premium.
  19. Voluntary Deductible: An optional amount that the policyholder agrees to bear in case of a claim, in addition to the compulsory deductible.
  20. Total Loss: A situation where the cost of repairing the insured vehicle is higher than its insured declared value.
  21. Third-Party Premium: The premium paid for the third-party liability coverage, which is determined by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
  22. Inspection: An assessment of the vehicle's condition and value conducted by the insurer before issuing a policy.
  23. Claim Settlement Ratio: The ratio of the number of claims settled by the insurer to the total number of claims received.
  24. Anti-Theft Discount: A discount provided by the insurer for vehicles equipped with approved anti-theft devices.