Car Insurance - April 14th Can I Use My NZ Driver Licence in Australia? KEY POINTS: If you have a full NZ driver licence, you are able to drive for up to six months when visiting Australia, depending on the state/territory you are visiting. NZ drivers with restricted licences …
Car Insurance - January 9th What is the Road User Charge? What are road user charges? Anyone using New Zealand’s roads contributes towards their upkeep through taxes. Petrol vehicle users pay through levies on petrol, while drivers of heavy vehicles (over 3.5 tonnes gross laden weight) and all …
Car Insurance - October 17th Car Insurance Premiums: Why do They Go Up? KEY POINTS The price of car insurance is based on a wide range of market factors. Therefore, even as your car’s value depreciates, your premiums can still rise. But there are steps you can take …
Car Insurance - August 19th FMG: Kiwi Consumers’ No. 1 Choice for Car Insurance It's clear that the reassurance offered by comprehensive car insurance is important for Kiwi motorists. Canstar's research for its Most Satisfied Customers | Car Insurance Award reveals that 87% of insured drivers have comprehensive cover. But …
Car Insurance - April 29th Simple Guide to Car Insurance In many countries, if you drive your vehicle on the road, it's compulsory to have some level of car insurance. However, it's not a legal requirement in New Zealand. But should you still consider taking …
Car Insurance - April 11th What to Do if Your Car Gets Towed It can be a scary, and confusing, situation if you return to where you last left your car and discover it's no longer there. Has it been stolen, or towed away? Canstar looks at the …
Car Insurance - April 8th Caravan Insurance: What’s on Offer? Car insurance covers your whole car, from the front bumper to the rear tow bar … but that's where it stops. If you own a caravan, you'll need to arrange separate caravan insurance to protect …
Car Insurance - March 26th How to Make a Car Insurance Claim What does car insurance cover? Your level of cover depends on what type of insurance you have. The most common levels of insurance are: Third Party: this is the lowest tier of car insurance, and focuses on …
Car Insurance - March 18th Can You Drive a Car With no Insurance? Is it legal to drive without insurance? In New Zealand, unlike many other countries, there is no legal requirement to have car insurance. While it's strongly recommended to have insurance coverage for protection against accidents and …
Car Insurance - February 12th Buying a Car: Cash or Finance? What does it mean to buy with "cash"? Buying a car with cash means paying for the entire cost of the vehicle upfront using your own funds, typically in the form of physical cash, with a …