What is third party only Insurance cover on a vehicle?

Answer 1

Third party insurance, is also called liability insurance. This type of insurance does not cover you per say, but it covers others. When you are involved in an auto accident for which you are at fault, your liability or third party insurance will cover injuries and damages you cause to others, up to your liability limit. For example if you run a stop sign and hit another car, your third party insurance would cover the injuries, medical expenses, and property damage of the car you hit. You have a limit of third party insurance which is outlined by your policy and determines how much you pay for insurance. Each state and province has their own laws, but most require that you have a minimum amount of liability insurance. This is to protect all drivers because if the damages of an accident exceed your liability amount, you will be required to pay the difference, which can end up being several thousand dollars. Therefore it is recommended that you increase your third party liability above the state minimums. If you want your vehicle covered, you need to get comprehensive or collision coverage.