Best Car Insurance without External Inspection

Digitization has changed the way car owners and insurance companies used to interact with each other especially for a car inspection.

Inspection is the process of conducting a physical examination of the vehicle. It plays an integral role in the process of car insurance. A physical examination is done, firstly to ensure the existence of the insured vehicle and secondly to observe and record the present condition of the vehicle so that policyholders can ask for a claim in case of damage. An inspection can be done in two ways -

1. Self-inspection - Self-inspection is a process where the policyholder conveys the present condition of the insured vehicle with the help of videos and photographs. These videos are prepared according to the guidelines provided by the insurer.

2. External inspection - External inspection is a process where the car insurance company sends an agent to check on the present condition of the vehicle.

Advancing technology has eliminated the need for physical inspection by the surveyor.

When is Car Inspection Mandatory?

A car inspection is required in the following situations:

• If there is a difference between the expiration date of the policy and the due date of renewing the car policy, the policy generally lapses. In such cases inspection is required to renew the policy and claim for the damage.
• If the policyholder wishes to switch from a third party to a comprehensive insurance policy, the insurance provider asks for inspection.
• If the policyholder has sold his car and transferred the insurance policy in the name of other people, the insurance company asks for inspection.
• If the policyholder has got additional accessories such as CNG kit, anti-theft devices etc for the car and wishing to opt for cover for them then the inspection will be done.
• If the insured vehicle has met with an accident and undergone severe damages then the inspection will be done if the claim is not fabricated.

Top 3 Insurance Companies Providing Self-inspection facility As Per Claim Settlement Ratio

1. HDFC Ergo General Insurance
2. ICICI Lombard General Insurance
3. Reliance General Insurance