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EVs are expensive but economical on the long run; they are likely to become more popular as charging infra improves

Between 2011 and 2020, more than 300,000 vehicles were stolen in the national capital

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To safeguard your vehicle against a cyclone, supplement a comprehensive motor policy with a couple of add-ons

The National Commission observed that possession of a vehicle cannot be given legally without also handing over the registration and insurance documents

Older policies of three and five years will continue till expiry

However, it said specific cases would be considered on merit

With motor insurance premiums set to rise, opting for a voluntary deductible will reduce costs

The idea behind such policies seems to be - lower the mileage, lower is the probability of an accident

Insurance companies expect the new regulations to bridge the gap between insured and un-insured vehicles significantly

The insurance transaction process often includes reliance on third-party service providers, making insurance companies highly susceptible to fraud within and along its value chain

Since the firm did not pay registration fee on time, driving the car was construed as an illegal act

Add-on covers like return to invoice, zero depreciation will cut your out-of-pocket expenses

Before buying, compare premiums online, and opt only for those add-ons that you need

Since policies sold by car dealers are expensive, you can cut your cost considerably by renewing your cover online

It was pointed out that the vehicle was insured as a commercial vehicle

The new motor insurance regulations to take effect from Saturday would, fear officials at automobile companies, impel those wishing to buy cars or two-wheelers to postpone purchasing.Car dealers have been flooded with calls from buyers who had booked new vehicles in the past fortnight. The new regulation mandates buyers of cars and two-wheelers to purchase upfront insurance cover for at least three and five years, respectively. On August 20, the Supreme Court directed insurers to offer long-term third-party covers. Insurance is mandatory for all road-worthy vehicles in India but owners tend to skip renewing the policies after these lapse. A longer tenure and upfront payment of the premium would save buyers the trouble of annual renewals but would proportionately raise the initial outgo on new vehicles, pushing up the on-road prices."There is a lot of confusion in the market," said a Maruti Suzuki India dealer. "This is being done without any prior intimation. Customers who booked a ...

Though you may have an insurance policy as a safety net, there can be occasions when your insurance claim can get rejected. Here's how you can avoid this from happening

Engine protection cover is a must for those who drive through low-lying areas that tend to get waterlogged during the rains

Owners of high-end vehicles should explore more options such as engine protection, invoice cover and plans that cover accessories