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Car insurance news and articles

A collection of car related articles to help you maintain your car, driving safety tips, and finding the best insurance for you and your vehicle's needs.

Read up on the latest car related trends, guides, and news.

At Youi, we aim to keep you up to date with all the latest trends in car insurance and important news events that may affect the way you drive. We also help you learn about handy ways in which you can save on your vehicle’s insurance with guides that step you through vehicle maintenance, car safety for on an off the road, and ways in which you can reduce your insurance premiums.

Car insurance claim

8 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making a Car Insurance Claim and Tips for Getting It Right

Everyone wants their car insurance claim to go smoothly. We share common mistakes Aussies make, plus some auto insurance claim tips to help you get it right.
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New for Old Car Insurance: Your Guide to New Car Replacement Cover

New for old car insurance might replace your car with a brand new one if it’s written off. Learn how it works and how it compares to Market Value cover.
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Does Comprehensive Insurance Include CTP?

CTP vs comprehensive insurance – discover the differences, if CTP is included in comprehensive insurance, and what to consider to decide whether you need both.
Driving with a dash cam

Things You Should Know About Dash Cams for Cars: Insurance Claims, Buying Tips And Set-Up

Does a dash cam lower car insurance? Discover how dash cams can support a claim, some recommended dash cam features and how to correctly install a dash cam.
Car insurance estimates

How to Get an Accurate Car Insurance Estimate

Here’s how to get an accurate car insurance estimate, with tips to understand cost factors, compare your options, and get a reliable quote.
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Love in the Time of High Fuel Prices: How Far Will Aussies Drive for a Date Now?

First dates have always been a balancing act.
Vehicle driving on rural road

Rural Driving: Why Country Roads Require Extra Care

Many Australians have experienced rural and regional driving at some point in their life – whether for their daily commute, visiting family, or heading away for a break.
Car emergency kit

What to Keep in Your Car Emergency Kit

Find out what to keep in your car emergency kit and stay ready on the road with this helpful guide to auto emergency essentials, from tools to safety gear.
Car insurance for P platers

Car Insurance for P-Platers in Australia: Understanding Road Rules and Restriction

Just got your Ps? Find out about car insurance for P-platers, how much cover may cost, licence conditions that apply and which cars are P-plate legal.
Hit and run accident

How to Handle a Hit-and-Run Accident in Australia

Involved in a hit-and-run? Learn what to do at the scene, if your car insurance covers the damage and how to make a claim without the other driver’s details.
Car vehicle insurance check

How to Check a Car’s Registration Status

When you’re buying a car, a vehicle insurance check can verify whether it is registered and has CTP insurance. Learn how to run a motor insurance check online.
Are contents covered by car insurance

Are Contents Covered by Car Insurance?

Learn how car and contents insurance covers your vehicle and belongings. Compare coverage options and see if car contents insurance suits your needs.
Wildlife road toll

Australia’s Wildlife Toll: What Aussies See, Do, and Don’t Know on Our Roads

Australia’s roads are shared with some very special locals – from kangaroos and koalas to snakes and possums – and for many of us it’s a regular sighting on urban and rural roads.
Are trailers covered by car insurance

Are Trailers Covered by Car Insurance?

From taking the boat out to moving house, Aussies use trailers every day. But are trailers covered by car insurance, or do you need car trailer insurance?
Are car keys covered under insurance

Are Car Keys Covered Under Insurance?

Learn when lost or stolen car keys are covered under insurance, what’s excluded, and how key fob replacement claims work.
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