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Importance of Zero Depreciation Cover in Commercial Vehicle Insurance Policy

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Ritu Roy

Depreciation is the loss of an asset's value over time due to causes such as wear and tear, age, and obsolescence. Vehicles, like anything else, depreciate with time. A new car, for example, is worth more than an older automobile. Similarly, practically all of the elements used in the construction of the car, such as glass, metal, and plastic, are subject to depreciation. Each material, however, depreciates at a different rate.

If your commercial vehicle is damaged in an accident, you may not be able to recover all of the costs associated with replacing its parts. After calculating the amount of depreciation, most commercial vehicle insurance policies pay for the replacement parts of the vehicle. As a result, the policyholder is responsible for the difference between the market value of the replaced new part and the depreciated part of the vehicle in this situation.

Hence, choosing a zero depreciation policy for your commercial vehicle is always an excellent idea. With zero depreciation coverage, you'll receive the highest possible payout at the time of a claim, allowing you to get the most out of your commercial vehicle insurance policy.

Advantages of Zero Depreciation Cover for Commercial Vehicles

The following are some of the advantages and benefits of having a zero depreciation insurance policy:

  • The majority of commercial vehicle disputes involving insured parts are simply resolved without taking depreciation into account.
  • Because the cost of depreciation is not taken into account when filing a claim for settlement, this add on helps you reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
  • This coverage adds value to your basic commercial vehicle insurance policy and ensures you don't have to pay anything if your commercial vehicle is damaged or stolen.
  • You can rest easy knowing that you are covered by this insurance policy. Furthermore, almost all of the major insurance companies now offer zero depreciation add-on for commercial vehicles, and for a small additional price, you may save yourself a lot of trouble.

The Final Words!

In general, zero depreciation coverage for automobiles is thought to be acceptable for new commercial vehicles and novice drivers, as they are more susceptible to vehicle damage. However, this should not be regarded as a norm because there have been numerous instances where competent drivers have been involved in terrible occurrences as a result of the negligence of other drivers.

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