Car owners know that maintenance and repairs of their vehicles are sometimes inevitable. And when it comes to car tires, the costs of replacement can be significant. But here arises the question: are car tires covered under your auto insurance? The answer is, as with many things in the insurance world, that it depends on several factors.
Firstly, we need to look at the two main types of coverage that are relevant to car tires:liability coverage and comprehensive coverage.
Let's look at some examples:
But there are also situations where car tires are not covered under your auto insurance,even with comprehensive coverage:
It is important to read your policy carefully and understand what is and isn't covered regarding your car tires. If in doubt, contact your insurance company for clarification.
In the Netherlands, every car owner is required by law to have at least third-party liability insurance. But why is this type of insurance mandatory? This blog explains the importance of third-party liability insurance and how it protects both drivers and society.