Insurance - liability, hull and recourse

Insurance basics - mandatory liability, optional hull and when recourse applies.

Liability is mandatory; hull and extras cover your own car. Recourse can apply if you breach duties.

Liability vs hull

CoverWhat it pays
LiabilityDamages you cause to others
HullDamage to your own vehicle

Recourse examples

  • Driving under influence
  • Gross negligence
  • Incorrect load securing

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