Car Insurance Articles

Articles, tips, questions, and information about car insurance in Australia.

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

How do you file a car insurance claim?

If you are involved in an accident, your priority, whether or not you’re responsible, is to collect as much information as possible, including when and where the incident occurred and details of the other car and driver. These details must then be reported to your insurer.

Car Insurance

16 Jan, 2023

7 min read

Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Can you claim insurance for car dents?

Car insurance covers you for some of the costs of repairing damage to your car. But is it worth claiming car insurance for a dent?

Car Insurance

13 Jan, 2023

3 min read

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What are the types of car warranties?

When you buy a new car, it’ll come with one of the types of car warranties that protect you from technical, design or mechanical issues caused by the manufacturer.

Car Insurance

11 Jan, 2023

5 min read

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

How much does car insurance cost in Australia?

The amount you'll pay in car insurance costs can depend on the level of coverage you want as well as the car you drive, your age and and driving history.

Car Insurance

11 Jan, 2023

5 min read

How much does car insurance cost in Australia?

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Car insurance claim tips you must know

A car accident can happen anytime to anyone, and it’s helpful to know some car insurance claim tips to help you get through the claim when feeling stressed.

Car Insurance

10 Jan, 2023

6 min read

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

How can I check if my car insurance policy is active?

Driving a car with an expired insurance policy can result in hefty fines. Consider checking the expiry date on your car registration details or policy documents and comparing new car insurance quotes.

Car Insurance

10 Jan, 2023

5 min read

How can I check if my car insurance policy is active?

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Backpackers’ car insurance guide

If you’re backpacking around Australia for more than three months, it may be helpful to have a car. You’ll also want to get car insurance for backpackers.

Car Insurance

23 Dec, 2022

6 min read

Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Can you register and insure a car without a licence?

It is possible to buy, register and insure a car without a driver’s licence in Australia, though most states and territories handle this process slightly differently from one another. However, it is important to note that you won’t be covered if you’re illegally driving the car without a licence and are involved in an accident.

Car Insurance

16 Dec, 2022

3 min read

Can you register and insure a car without a licence?

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

Can I get car insurance after an accident?

You are able to get car insurance after an accident. However, the policy you purchase will only cover you for future accidents, not for the accident you were just involved in. In this instance, if you were the at-fault driver you'll be responsible for all related damages.

Car Insurance

13 Dec, 2022

3 min read

Can I get car insurance after an accident?

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

Can I drive a new car without insurance?

In most states, you’re required to have your compulsory third party insurance completed and paid for before you drive the car off the dealership’s lot. The only time you can possibly legally drive an uninsured car is when you have to get the vehicle registered.

Car Insurance

05 Dec, 2022

3 min read

Can I drive a new car without insurance?

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Everything you need to know about rideshare car insurance

If you want to become a rideshare driver for companies such as Uber, Ola, etc., you’ll need car insurance for rideshare drivers.

Car Insurance

30 Nov, 2022

4 min read

Everything you need to know about rideshare car insurance

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Your guide to car registration in Queensland

How do you register a car in Queensland when you’re buying a new or used vehicle or transferring one from another state? Collect the documents you’ll need and see the steps involved.

Car Insurance

18 Nov, 2022

3 min read