Details matter - ever been in the situation where you just had to settle with less than what you deserved? This definitely should not be the case in the event of an accident that was not your fault! But what do we mean?
We mean that after an accident that was not your fault, you shouldn’t be inconvenienced. Imagine not being able to run your errands while your car is being repaired - or needing to pay for the damage and losses caused, out of your own pocket! Being not at fault means that you are entitled to a like for like accident replacement vehicle.
Here are a few other details that set us a part in accident replacement vehicles in Australia - not my fault
Similar, like for like, accident replacement vehicles
Clients who have been in an accident that was not their fault (those who qualify for an accident replacement vehicle) will receive a similar car to their own vehicle. So if you drive an automatic SUV, a similar accident replacement vehicle will be delivered to you!
Zero upfront costs
Did you know that if you’re not at fault, then the costs needed for your rental car are covered under your claim against the at fault driver/their insurance company.
We’ll deliver your accident replacement vehicle directly to you!
Our team will deliver your like for like accident replacement vehicle to you! We can meet you at a place that is most convenient to you - such as your home or directly at the repairer. Within hours, you will be driving off in your new rental - it really is that easy.
In need of an accident replacement vehicle in Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane or even Melbourne? We’ll help you!
For too long, the process of hiring a car has been long, difficult and generally inconvenient. The most difficult hurdle to any car rental has been going to collect and return the car. Let alone hiring a rental after a car accident that wasn’t even your fault - that’s where Carbiz can help you!
Our team has taken the time to figure out ways to make things easier for you. We understand that you’re busy, here are just a few things that we do to save you time!
Paperwork that won’t have you writing for days!
We are on hand at all times to help you with your car accident, accident replacement vehicle or general support. Just give us a call on our dedicated accident support line. Our team offers accident replacement vehicles in Brisbane, Sydney,Melbourne and Adelaide.
You read right! Our team is based here, locally and ready to help you.
Our team prides themselves on providing you with amazing customer service, every time. We’re here to help you.
If you’re not at fault, then you don’t deserve to be inconvenienced and out of pocket. Did you know that if you’re not at fault, then you’re entitled to hire a similar vehicle to the one you own? The costs are covered in your claim - ask us to find out more!
Accident replacement vehicles are rentals that can help you after a car accident. Our team at Carbiz is here to assist you at every step of the way, including dropping your rental car off at a location that is convenient for you.
In need of an accident replacement vehicle in Sydney? We’ll help you!
Car accidents, or even just the thought of a potential car accident, can frighten or cause worry about possible injury - we all have those moments of fear. This fear can help you make the best decisions about how to handle your own injuries if they happen as a result of a car accident. And this preplanning can help you to be sure that you will be taken care of if something happens. If you haven’t already put together a plan of what you would do in a car accident, then this one's for you!
Some questions to ask yourself - and to keep in mind should the worst ever occur.
Who will be driving your car? Who will be driving the other car? Will there be witnesses to the accident?
Of course, if you believe that you are not at fault for the accident, you will want to see records of the other driver's behaviour - be sure to reach out to witnesses around the accident scene. Even better - install a dashcam before any accidents happen! If you are not at fault, then call our team at Carbiz as soon as possible.
Who will help you secure an accident replacement vehicle and manage your accident claim?
This is such a great question to ask yourself! Who will help you if you were not at fault? With so many more cars on the road, it’s very likely that an accident will occur at some point - and you may not even be at fault! Save our number onto your phone now - 1300 889 256 - That way you’re able to call us immediately following an accident. If you’re thinking that this was “not my fault” then give us a call - our team is here to help you. We offer accident replacement vehicles in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.
How are you feeling physically, emotionally, and socially?
For many people who are involved in a car accident, the event can cause mental trauma, as well as physical trauma. If you are injured, it may be difficult to find any kind of routine physical activity, let alone a social life.
How are you planning to pick up the children if you are involved in an accident, or even run errands?
Let’s be honest - cars get damaged in accidents. Even minor accidents can leave your car in the repair shop for weeks. And many of us are so dependent on our cars to get to work, pick up our kids or just to run simple errands like picking up a few groceries. An accident replacement vehicle may be your only option for getting back to normal life.
Do you have a way to get home after your accident? If you are unable to move your vehicle after the accident, you may need a tow truck to get you to a repair shop. Did you know that Carbiz can help you with this as well?
Car accidents have a wide array of devastating effects. They not only directly affect the vehicles of those involved, but they also directly affect their friends and families. The long-term effects of vehicle accidents on anyone can be devastating and devastating for their social lives. But there are things you can do to guard yourself against such unfortunate accidents.
Car accidents can be complicated - sometimes it’s more than one driver who is at fault for the accident. What happens in this situation?
There is one driver who is at fault - and it was not you
In this case it’s generally a simple open and close case - the driver at fault will be liable for the costs associated with the accident, such as the cost of damage repair, cost of accident replacement car hire and cost of towing.
What happens if you are partly at fault?
Sometimes, more than one driver is at fault. This can happen, for instance, if you and another driver hit each other while simultaneously changing lanes. Depending on the exact circumstance and the evidence that you are able to provide, it may be proven that you are both deemed negligent. Determining the extent of ‘contributory negligence’ is subjective and dependent on the evidence - this is where the experts in this field can help you. Depending on how your negotiation goes, you will be liable for a percentage-of-fault split that is mutually agreed upon. All costs are then proportionately split between you and the other driver.
How to handle an accident that was not your fault?
As inconvenient as accidents are, you are in good hands with the team at Carbiz. As the driver who is not at fault, we’ll help you. It’s best to call us as soon as possible on our dedicated accident support line - we’ll be able to help you on the scene as well as organise towing of your damaged vehicle to the repair shop. We will even meet you there with your like for like accident replacement vehicle - yes it is that simple! If you aren’t at fault, then you shouldn't be left out of pocket or inconvenienced.
Call our team, we’ll help you ?1300 889 256
Have you ever had an accident and been faced with a large insurance excess bill at the end of it? Here’s a bit more about your car insurance excess.
Car insurance excess is the fixed amount you pay towards your accident claim - this amount is set out in your insurance certificate. Depending on the type of incident and your insurance terms, you could be liable to pay more than one excess.
Some examples of types of excess include your basic excess and driver age excess, amongst others. Basic excess would be the minimum amount you’d be required to pay if you put through an insurance claim where you’re at fault. The actual amount of your basic excess will depend on the state or territory and your specific premium.
So what's the purpose of your insurance excess?
Your car insurance excess is designed to eliminate small claims with high administrative cost relative to the cost of the claim - or rather, to eliminate smaller claims. Paying an excess relates to each and every incident that results in an insurance claim.
Car excess is usually paid in one lump sum - and not in instalments. It’s important to keep this in mind!
It matters who was at fault!
You won’t have to pay an excess if the accident is deemed a no-fault accident. Not at fault and need help? Contact our team as soon as possible!
Not sure who was at fault?
Before making your claim, it’s important to have a clear understanding of who was at fault. This is sometimes not clear and help is needed. Working with Carbiz, we can help you with your claim. As the driver involved in the accident, you will need to provide enough evidence from your car accident. Evidence includes the other driver’s details, photos from the accident scene, witness statements as well as gathering a few other important details. We’ve outlined these in a previous post.
While car accidents take mere seconds to happen, the aftermath can take ages to fix and sort out - especially if you were not at fault, but it doesn't have to be! With the right team on your side, an accident that was not your fault doesn’t need to leave you out of pocket and without a car. We’ll help you, just give us a call!
So how should you make that claim if it was not your fault?
When it comes to car accidents, one of the most essential questions is who’s at fault - this is because the driver who caused the accident is liable for the costs to repair the resulting damage. Such costs can include towing, repair and the cost of an accident replacement vehicle.
The first and most crucial step - regardless of who you’re working with to help you with your claim - is to make sure you collect enough evidence while on the scene. If you’re unsure about what to do at the accident scene, you can give our 24/7 accident support line a call.
Besides getting pictures, it’s also a great idea to gather the following information
The next step is where things can get a bit tricky - an insurance claim needs to be made. But as the driver not at fault, who do you contact? Your insurance, the at fault driver’s insurance? Neither? Your best step is to call us as soon as possible - our team are experts in handling these types of claims to get you the best deal, not the insurer!
We’ll help you tow your car from the accident scene, get a like for like accident replacement vehicle and manage your insurance claim until your vehicle is repaired and handed back to you.
Give our team a call, we’ll help you ?1300 889 256
With over 3 million electric cars operating globally, where do we stand here at home? EV’s only make up about 0.2% of the total vehicle fleet here in Australia, so let's investigate how we are tracking.
While there are several options on the market to have you driving away in an electric vehicle, it would seem that a large part of the market is reluctant to make the switch - the good news is that it’s slowly changing! And it’s now expected by 2040 that 70% of new vehicle sales will be for EV’s.
By state the picture is quite varied. Victoria has the highest electric vehicle ownership with 1324 EVs bought between 2011 and 2017 - but NSWs is close behind!
Australia is currently ranks quite low internationally when comparing the total percentage of EVs on the road compared to the overall number of cars. The global leaders include Norway and USA.
So why is this? Well there are a couple of reasons. One of the reasons for the slow adoption of EVs in Australia can be linked to the low incentives to do so. The lack of government policies and financial incentives compared to other countries is notable.
Another reason for the slow uptake has a lot to do with pressure points around the current infrastructure. By far people's biggest concern when purchasing an electric vehicle is whether there is enough infrastructure to support an increase in electric vehicles. But the good news is that there is a lot of optimism - and the future looks bright!
Carbiz is expanding its own range of Tesla accident replacement vehicles. Need help? Contact us! ?1300 889 256
Have you ever driven up to an intersection and had a sudden doubt about who’s right of way it is? Knowing who should give way in every situation can be tricky - especially for new drivers!
Here are a couple of scenarios and the best way to handle them.
Roundabouts - did you know? You should give way to all drivers already in a roundabout. If two cars stop at the same time to enter the roundabout, the driver to the right has right of way.
At an uncontrolled crossroad, or one without signs, you should give right of way to any vehicle travelling in the opposite direction, straight across or turning left.
If you find yourself driving on a road that ends in a T-intersection, then you are required to give way to everyone travelling through the intersection.
Intersections with stop and yield signs - it’s important to remember that as a driver arriving at the intersection, you must give way to all vehicles on the road first before giving way to each other. If you are facing a yield sign and a driver is turning right across your path, then they have right of way.
Did you know that if the speed limit is 70km/h or less, you must give way to a bus that has a give way sign on the back of it? Such instances include when the bus is re-entering traffic from a stop or from the side of the road.
If you’re parked and are looking to re-enter traffic, you need to give way to all other moving traffic and signal for a minimum of 5 seconds before entering or merging.
So if you’re caught in an accident that was not your fault or you’re not sure who was at fault, then give our team a call. As experts we’ll be able to help you.?1300 889 256