Collision Insurance
Updated: 03 December 2024
What Does Collision Insurance Mean?
Collision insurance is a type of automobile coverage that pays for damage to the insured’s vehicle, minus the deductible, when they are at fault in a collision with another vehicle or a stationary object, such as a tree. This coverage is typically added to enhance the protection provided by a basic auto insurance policy.
Insuranceopedia Explains Collision Insurance
Collision insurance does not cover damages to the other vehicle, losses due to theft, vandalism, acts of nature, or medical expenses for injuries resulting from the collision. These types of losses may be covered by other optional coverages included in the main policy.
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