Does Insurance Cover Tire Damage Alone
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Tire damage alone is not covered by insurance. Here is relevant information about insurance claims: 1. Insurance categories: Generally, the types of insurance provided by 4S stores to customers include basic insurance and additional insurance. Basic insurance refers to third-party liability insurance and vehicle damage insurance. There are also six types of additional insurance: full vehicle theft insurance, passenger liability insurance, glass breakage insurance, spontaneous combustion loss insurance, no-deductible special insurance, and body scratch insurance. 2. Introduction to full coverage: Most car dealers provide so-called "full coverage" to car owners, which generally only includes third-party liability insurance and vehicle damage insurance.
I've been driving for twenty years, and insurance usually doesn't cover tire damage alone. Last summer, I had a tire blowout on the national highway when a sharp stone punctured it without any other body damage. When I filed a claim, I was told it wasn’t covered. The auto damage insurance clause states it only covers overall accident losses, such as tire damage caused by a collision, while standalone issues are considered normal wear and tear or accidents. I ended up paying out of pocket for a new tire, costing me six or seven hundred yuan. I learned that insurers design policies this way to prevent minor fraud and abuse, as claim costs often exceed replacement expenses, making it uneconomical. Some insurers offer optional add-ons specifically for standalone tire damage, but premiums are high and coverage may not include all scenarios. My advice is to pay more attention to tire maintenance, check tire pressure and tread before long trips, and choose durable brands to reduce the risk of standalone damage—it’s a real money and hassle saver.
