CAR INSURANCE

VinFast, the EV arm of Vietnam's biggest conglomerate Vingroup, is expected to launch its first locally assembled car during the 2025 festive season. It is likely to sell its vehicles in the ₹25-30 lakh range, placing them in the premium affordable ...

ACKO, the Bengaluru-based insurtech firm, is expanding into car servicing and repair with its ACKO Drive Service Centres, targeting cars out of warranty. Initially launched in Bengaluru, plans include centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Ahmed...

Car owners are advised to drive responsibly to save on insurance premiums and claim settlements. The concept of zero depreciation insurance ensures full invoice value payment during claims. This add-on is beneficial for new, luxury, or frequently-dr...

Passenger vehicle makers seek a 90-day credit cycle extension from auto financiers due to pressure in retail and sales channels amid slowing sales.

Motor Insurance New Rules by IRDAI: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has updated the master circular clarifying important rules for motor insurance policyholders. The regulator has proposed the implementation of st...

State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest lender, is set to link the commission it pays to car dealers for sourcing loans to sales, aiming to reduce costs and improve profitability. The revised payout structure will be applicable for all sour...

The US is witnessing an increasing menace of catalytic converter thefts from vehicles. This has once again hogged the spotlight after the murder of actor Johnny Wactor in Los Angeles.

Mygate app, in partnership with Acko General Insurance, received an aggregator licence from IRDAI to distribute insurance policies, offering exclusive pricing and expanding product range.

Social media trends on stealing cars have led to a surge of stolen Hyundai and Kia vehicles, according to the latest reports.

The facility, a former assembly plant and engine factory, had been a joint venture of a Chinese company and Hyundai, the South Korean giant. The complex opened in 2017 with robots and other equipment to make gasoline-powered cars. Hyundai sold the c...

Indian car owners are increasingly modifying their vehicles, but it's crucial to inform insurers about any changes to avoid potential issues with insurance coverage in India.

Renew car insurance promptly to comply with the law, avoid financial burdens, and maintain benefits like no-claim bonuses. Online services simplify the process, ensuring continuous coverage and hassle-free renewals.

Electric car sales in the UK face challenges due to a shortage of trained technicians for complex EV repairs. The scarcity of repair technicians poses a threat to exacerbate this situation, particularly in the UK, where consumer adoption has remaine...

Choosing the right vehicle insurance in India involves understanding liability coverage, comprehensive plans, and exclusions. ACKO provides tailored coverage, add-ons, and competitive pricing for comprehensive protection and peace of mind.

Do you know how good is your insurer is in settling claims and how long it takes for your health or general insurer to settle claims? Or how many claims did they reject last year? It is important to keep track of the claim settlement performance of ...

Insurance lessons are learnt and lost quickly. Many view insurance as a payment that offers no benefit. No one seemed to have comprehensive insurance for their cars, homes and durables. Many admitted to buying insurance after the 2015 floods and dis...

Since tyres play a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth and safe driving experience, the decision to opt for nitrogen or stick with air involves important considerations. Read to know which you should select for your tyres

As the festive season approaches, whether you're welcoming a new vehicle into your life or your motor insurance renewal is due, don't delay this prudent decision.

It is important to consider a few things when it comes to filling the motor insurance claim form.