Car Insurance Humour

Disregard for the law contributing to many road crashes!!

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No Number Plates

It was Hellen Zille who said that those who tend not to obey the Rules of the Road might also be less law abiding in other areas as well! This further justifies the need for increased traffic enforcement to arrest those transporting drugs , arms etc.

I could not resist sharing this pic of a motorcyclist driving without number plates! These transgressions of the Rules of the Road might be deemed as small offences, but the transgressors might also be speeding, skipping traffic lights and endangering the lives of not only their passengers but also other road users!

For motorcycle safety and riding pillion also view:

Motorbike Safety and Children as Pillion

For Motorbike Safety, we would like to urge all our bikers to view the following sections:

For more information about how much it will cost to insure a motorbike, call MiWay today on 0860 200 55 8 or visit http://www.miway.co.za/motorcycle-insurance

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Where is the fun in parking tickets?

Written on April 18th, 2011 by jonckie@arrivealive.co.za
Categories: Car Insurance Humour

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A visitor to the Arrive Alive website thought we might need to bring some fun to the issuing of parking tickets! The sample provided asks the question – “Do you feel lucky?”

On a more serious note – There is a reason why parking is prohibited in specific areas. Parking fines are not meant to be a money making initiative – but should also be punishment for parking at places where such parking could be a threat to the safety of others. This is especially true where parking might delay or prevent the emergency services from performing their life saving activities!

Also view:

  1. What do car insurers regard as secured parking?
  2. Parking with caution can prevent vehicle theft
  3. What does the law say about ‘Storing’ vehicles by parking on a public road
  4. Car Insurer finds women fear parallel parking!
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Wear clean underwear in the event that your vehicle breaks down!!

Written on April 9th, 2011 by jonckie@arrivealive.co.za
Categories: Car Insurance Humour

did_you_knowAlways wear clean underwear in public, especially when working under your vehicle. From the Daily News comes this story of a Leicester couple who drove their car to ASDA, only to have their car break down in the car park.

The man told his wife to carry on with the shopping while he fixed the car.

The wife returned later to see a small group of people near the car. On closer inspection, she saw a pair of hairy legs protruding from under
the chassis. Unfortunately, although the man was in shorts, his lack of underpants turned his private parts into glaringly public ones.

Unable to stand the embarrassment, she dutifully stepped forward, quickly put her hand UP his shorts, and tucked everything back into place.

On regaining her feet, she looked across the bonnet and found herself staring at her husband who was standing idly by watching.

The AA mechanic, however, had to have three stitches in his forehead.

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Vehicle Recovery and Road Safety

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The taxi driver and the short journey

Written on February 12th, 2011 by jonckie@arrivealive.co.za
Categories: Car Insurance Humour

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Three men were very drunk and they stopped a taxi…..the taxi driver figured that they were not in their right minds……so, he just switched on the engine for a few minutes and switched it off and told them : “we have arrived”……

The first man gave him money…..the second one thanked him…..but the third one….slapped the taxi driver…..

The taxi driver thought to himself that the third man must realized that the taxi didn’t move an inch…..so, he asked the third man : “what was that for?”

The third man replied: “control your speed next time……you almost killed us…..”

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Car Insurance should cover those unexpected moments!!

SnipImage(16)Only insurance fraudsters plan for accidents – and even then these events should be descibed as crashes rather than accidents.

The Wikipedia definition of an accident:

“An accident is a specific, unexpected, unusual and unintended external action which occurs in a particular time and place, with no apparent and deliberate cause but with marked effects.

It implies a generally negative outcome which may have been avoided or prevented had circumstances leading up to the accident been recognized, and acted upon, prior to its occurrence.”

Everyday citizens try to keep away from physical harm and accidents. We do not plan to be involved in an accident and have no desire to witness accidents either.  Every now and then we are unfortunately caught in an accident.

We would like to share a video of a “close call”. If ever anyone needed a reminder to check their car insurance cover as well as life and disability cover – the lady in this video most certainly did!!

Also view for more insights on Insurance:

Insurance Chat

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Better eyesight could reduce car insurance claims

Eyechart for older menWhen driving it is important to have clear comfortable vision. You need to be able to judge distances, read road signs and traffic lights and respond to changes in your environment quickly and efficiently. If you are not able to see well you will not be able to respond quickly when needed. This can be dangerous to both you and other road users.

Many motor vehicle accidents are caused by drivers’ poor vision.

According to most parties involved in an accident, the other driver “must have been blind”.

Let’s look at some of the possible causes of these accidents:

* The driver’s vision is below the recommended standard. He could have a visual deficiency such as nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism. Cataracts could also affect the driver’s vision.
* Failure to wear spectacles or contact lenses where they have been prescribed for distance use.
* Low visibility due to darkness or adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat.
* Driving too fast. The normal field of vision is 180°. At 95 km/h the field of vision is only a quarter of its normal size. This means that the faster you drive, the less you see to the side.
* Glare in the driver’s eyes.
* A dirty windscreen.
* Distraction of driver from either inside or outside the vehicle.
* Reduced mental alertness because of fatigue, alcohol, drugs, boredom or general physical condition.

We would like to urge vehicle owners to attend regularly not only to the maintenance of their own vehicles – but also to the fitness of drivers!!

Have your eyes examined by an optometrist once a year!

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A mechanic with a G-String could be a driver distraction!!

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A friend on Facebook shared the above photo taken in the Western Cape as she stopped behind a rather gruesome sight …and potential road risk!!

Bikers are known for following the acronymn – ATGATT – All The Gear All The Time – but this most definately is not ALL the Gear!!

We would like to congratulate our photographer for keeping calm behind the wheel and not crashing with laughter into the guy/ gentleman etc… Avoid distractions that could lead to car insurance claims!!

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ATGATT and Road Safety

Avoiding Distractions while Driving

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Car Insurer joins the fight against pothole claims with Pothole Brigade

Frustration over Potholes

Frustration over Potholes

It appears that car insurers are joing the fight to reduce the frustrations caused by potholes across South Africa!

Potholes are not only a safety hazard, but they also pose danger to the wheel alignment and suspension of your car – that’s if the short- term danger of a flat tyre doesn’t get you first.

Many have tried to curb the problem, but there are still an increasing number of potholes in South Africa, which are growing in size and stature as fast as they are multiplying.

In the spirit of ‘less yada yada, more ching ching’ and in the interest of public safety and urban pride, Dial Direct and Trafficare, in association with the Gauteng Provincial Department of Roads and Transport (GPDRT), have joined forces in an effort to assist in the fight against potholes in Gauteng. Dial Direct will begin a Pilot Project by proactively filling potholes on selected roads in Gauteng, under the jurisdiction of GPDRT.

In keeping with Dial Directs techno-savvy brand positioning, the initiative will be using cutting edge, internationally acclaimed technology to repair the potholes. The Jetpatcher will be making its South African debut with the Dial Direct Pothole Brigade project.

Dial Direct spokesperson Bradley du Chenne said: “We would like to increase the scope of brigade activity over time and as such we have approached the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) with a view to repairing roads that fall under their jurisdiction.

Earlier today LeadSA and Dial Direct launched an initiative to allow the public the opportunity to report potholes in their area via Potholebrigade.co.za and join the fight against road damage caused by potholes!

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Can I claim for Pothole Damage?

Potholes and Car Insurance

Potholebrigade.co.za

Pothole Brigade

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No Parking sign means NO Parking!

Written on January 15th, 2011 by jonckie@arrivealive.co.za
Categories: Car Insurance Humour

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A regular visitor to the Arrive Alive website emailed a photo which is worth sharing! The photo is part funny -part tragic! It reveals how traffic authorities will enforce the letter of the law  – whether you are alive… or even dead!!

For information about parked car vehicle damage and car insurance, also view:

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Is your bike sufficiently protected with motorbike insurance?

image003On the Arrive Alive website we have shared safety advice on safe motorbike riding. We advise young bikers to improve their skills with the bike on the track and pleaded for greater safety awareness. We have urged them to wear protective gear all the time and also shared advice on riding pillion!

But what about the bike?…. accidents do happen  – and we need to protect our bikes from harm!!

Motorbike insurance can be regarded as “specialized” insurance – most insurance companies might provide such insurance – but might not have the expertise and know-how to provide the best rates and advice and assist in the swift and effective repair of the bike!

There are however insurance companies who have equipped themselves with the expertise to provide competitive rates and quality advice on the repair of damaged bikes. It might be well worth the effort to put a bit more attention into finding the best insurance company to protect your bike!!

We would like to advise bikers with the following on tips on motorbike insurance:

  • Ask other bikers where they are insured and why they are insured at those companies.
  • Ask them whether they have a claims history with that company. What has the experience been like?
  • Also enquire more info from the motorbike retailer and ask for suggestions on where to insure.
  • Shop around at several insurance companies –you should at least be able to compare three different quotes.
  • Cheapest is not always the best – enquire about the financial sustainability of the company if it is not a well known brand.

I could not resist sharing the photos on this Blog post from an email received, titled “Don’t leave your bike with granny!!”

Robert might have his bike well protected -but he will still need motorbike insurance!!

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