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About Car Insurance

What you need to know.

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The four types of car insurance in Australia

CTP (Compulsory Third Party / Green Slip) is required by law as a condition of registration and covers personal injury to others — but not vehicle damage. Third party property covers damage you cause to other people's vehicles or property. Third party fire & theft adds cover for fire damage and theft of your own vehicle. Comprehensive provides the most complete protection, covering all of the above plus damage to your own vehicle.

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How your premium is calculated

Car insurance premiums are assessed based on your age, driving history, the vehicle's make, model, age and value, and where it is kept overnight. Young drivers and those with recent claims history typically pay higher premiums. Paying annually rather than monthly usually reduces the cost by around 10–15%.

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Agreed value vs market value

With agreed value, you and the insurer agree on a fixed payout amount if your car is written off — providing certainty. With market value, the insurer pays what your car was worth at the time of the claim, which may be less as the vehicle depreciates. Agreed value is generally preferable for newer or higher-value vehicles.

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions.

The excess is the amount you pay out of pocket when you make a claim before the insurer covers the rest. A higher voluntary excess reduces your premium; a lower excess means less out-of-pocket cost if you need to claim. Some policies also impose an age excess for drivers under 25, regardless of the standard excess.
Yes, typically. Making a claim can reduce or eliminate your no-claim bonus/discount and result in a higher premium at renewal. For minor damage, it can sometimes be more cost-effective to pay out of pocket and protect your no-claim bonus. Your insurer can advise on your specific policy.
Some policies offer "choice of repairer," allowing you to use a workshop you trust. Others require you to use the insurer's preferred repairer network. If you have a preferred workshop, this is a feature worth checking before you purchase.
No. CTP (known as a Green Slip in NSW) is purchased separately and is a legal requirement as part of vehicle registration. It covers personal injury to others involved in an accident. Your comprehensive car insurance covers vehicle damage and other scenarios separately.

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