Third Party Fire and Theft Car Insurance
Third Party Fire and Theft insurance (also known as TPFT insurance) is one of three types of optional insurance available to Australian car owners. While it’s non-compulsory, taking out a vehicle insurance policy on top of your Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance can save you a significant amount of money if you find yourself in […]
Car Rental Insurance
If you’ve hired a car, it may not factor into your thinking that you could get stung by your rental company if the car is damaged or stolen. Taking on a hire car brings with it the responsibility of ensuring its safety at all costs, which is the same as owning your own car. If […]
Pay As You Drive Car Insurance
PAYD insurance – also known as pay as you go, pay per kilometre and usage-based car insurance – is a type of car insurance that calculates premiums based on the actual distance driven, charging drivers for the number of kilometres they travel. Designed for cars driven less than the average amount per year (usually under […]
Car Insurance for P-Platers
Getting the best car insurance for your needs as a P-plater in Australia is all about knowing where to look. Even if new drivers are perceived as a greater risk due to less experience on the road, it’s still crucial to compare a variety of offers before signing up to an insurance policy. By comparing […]
High-Risk Car Insurance
If you’re considered a high-risk driver in Australia, finding affordable car insurance can be tricky. Whether it’s because of past accidents, traffic offences or limited experience behind the wheel, insurers will see you as a greater risk to cover and adjust their quotes to reflect this. But that doesn’t mean you’re out of options – while […]
No-Claim Bonus in Car Insurance
In the market for a new car insurance policy? Insurance is a critical part of owning a car, and it’s essential to have the right coverage to protect yourself, your vehicle and your finances in case of an incident on the road. However, with so many options available, finding the best car insurance isn’t as […]
Aussies Flock Online To Research Their Next Car Purchase
As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into consumer habits and sentiments, we survey Australians on their research practice as they prepare to purchase a new (or new to them) car. 72% of Australians say automotive review sites influence them most when researching new cars Almost three-quarters (74%) of Australians are indifferent to AI’s usefulness when […]
Car Theft Statistics in Australia – 2023 Report
Savvy looks at the latest data to learn about car theft in different states and territories around Australia. Approximately one passenger/light commercial vehicle is stolen every 11 minutes in Australia. Queensland had the highest number of individual car thefts in 2021, with over 11,000 cases. The Northern Territory had the highest rate of car thefts, […]
Road Rage Statistics Australia
As our roads become increasingly congested and stressful, incidents of road rage are on the rise, posing significant risks to drivers, passengers and pedestrians alike. That’s why it’s crucial to be aware of some of the triggers for road rage and how to deal with it, both as a victim and perpetrator. Budget Direct, one […]
Short-Term Car Insurance
Insurance companies in Australia don’t offer specific short-term car insurance products. However, if you’re looking for a week or a month’s worth of cover, there are options available that may offer you the same benefits as short-term car insurance. Normal insurance for a vehicle extends for a period of 12 months. However, you may only […]
Compare Car Insurance
In the market for a new car insurance policy? Insurance is a critical part of owning a car, and it’s essential to have the right coverage to protect yourself, your vehicle and your finances in case of an incident on the road. However, with so many options available, finding the best car insurance isn’t as […]
