The Danger of Aquaplaning

Terakhir Diubah : 08:11:29 - Wednesday, 02 March 2022

Ever heard of Aquaplaning?
Aquaplaning is a condition in which a vehicle loses control where the main cause is puddles of water, such as rain and flooding. Water that is too large will make it difficult for the car to move or even slip. The main cause of aquaplaning is not only rainwater puddles, but can also be caused by water from other vehicles passing by. When the car passes through a slippery road due to water, it will be dangerous if you are not careful. Car tires will be difficult to control and can result in a collision or accident.
What are the characteristics of aquaplaning?
The first characteristic that can be felt is the sudden sound of the engine sounds louder than usual. This is because the engine that is exposed to the puddle too hard will become hot enough to make a sound.
Sudden change of clutch in gears. Though, you didn't. This condition will make the speed of the vehicle becomes faster so that it is out of control. The next characteristic is, the car feels lighter. This is due to the greater water pressure that can lift and float the car.
In addition, the back of the car on the sides will feel floating. This condition is called fishtailing.

When this happens, slow down slowly and straighten the steering wheel. Do not brake suddenly, find a safe place to stop to avoid an accident.
Contact Sahabat Insurance for information about vehicle protection at 021-50508080.

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FAQ

How to buy insurance?
You can come to the nearest Sahabat Insurance office or contact the Sahabat Insurance call center at 021-50508080 via telephone/WhatsApp by informing the insurance company of the type of assets and collateral you want. The marketing staff will inform you about the payment and documents to be prepared.

What is the difference between Comprehensive and TLO ?
Comprehensive covers damage caused by impact, collision, overturning, slipping, malicious acts, theft and fire, both for partial loss and total loss, as long as the coverage is stated in the policy and is not included in the insurance policy exceptions.
Total Loss Only (TLO) guarantees damage or loss whose repair value is equal to or more than 75% of the insurance price and total loss due to theft.

What documents need to be prepared if I want to buy car insurance?
The documents required to purchase insurance are: STNK (vehicle registration), KTP and SPPA form or contact us via telephone/WhatsApp call center Sahabat Insurance at 021-50508080.

When do I get my policy documents?
Car insurance policies can be issued within 1-2 working days and home / property insurance can be issued within 3 working days, if the documents are complete.

When will my insurance be active and can be used?
After your insurance application is approved by the insurance company, the policy will be issued. Furthermore, the premium must be paid immediately within the time period stated in the policy. The policy will be active automatically.

What should I do if I want to claim car insurance?
Contact Sahabat Insurance call center at 021-50508080 via telephone/WhatsApp before 5 (five) working days, state your insurance policy number, fill out a claim form and prepare important documents such as a copy of the insurance policy, driver's license, STNK and other appropriate complementary documents. claim to be submitted. If the documents are complete, our surveyor will immediately be assigned to inspect your vehicle.

How do I renew my insurance policy?
Contact your marketing or Sahabat Insurance at 021-50508080 via telephone/WhatsApp during operational hours: Monday-Friday, 08.30-17.30 WIB (except holidays) before your insurance policy period ends.

How Do I Find Out My Car Insurance Expiry Date?
You can find it in your insurance policy. Apart from that, you can also contact Sahabat Insurance marketing or contact the Sahabat Insurance call center at 021-50508080 by providing the policy number or vehicle plate number.

What if my insurance policy is lost?
You can contact Sahabat Insurance marketing or call 021-50508080 to get a reprint of a copy of your insurance policy.

How Do Add-ons Enhance Car Insurance?
You can inform your car insurance marketing or call/WhatsApp Sahabat Insurance call center at 021-50508080.

How do I find my Car Insurance Authorized Workshops?
You can visit www.sahabatinsurance.id, select Daftar Bengkel menu or contact the Sahabat Insurance call center at 021-50508080 via telephone/WhatsApp during operational hours: Monday-Friday, 08.30-17.30 WIB (except holidays).

Can I get an estimate of insurance premium?
Contact your marketing or Sahabat Insurance call center at 021-50508080 via telephone/WhatsApp.
Send an email to [email protected] along with details of the assets you own and your telephone number where you can be contacted.

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Car Insurance Protection

We really never know about things that might happen in the future. For that, it is also important that you have protection from various risks, in this case regarding the car, such as the risk of damage to loss. Pity your expensive car is damaged? Moreover, because there is no protection, you also have to pay dearly for the cost of repairing it.

Vehicle insurance is useful to protect you from losses due to accidents. What are some examples of vehicle insurance benefits and protections?

In general, examples of types of car insurance consist of total loss only (TLO) car insurance and all risk (comprehensive) car insurance.

1. Total Loss Only Car Insurance Benefits (Total Loss/TLO Car Insurance)
As the name implies, total loss only (TLO) car insurance offers car insurance benefits in the form of claims that can only be made if there is a total loss. The total loss in question is damage that occurs above 75% or loss due to theft or confiscation. The amount of damage of 75% is used as a benchmark because the car will certainly not be able to be used again.

2. All Risk (Comprehensive) Car Insurance Benefits
All risk insurance is a long-term and comprehensive protection insurance, it protects the vehicle from losses, for example from accidents, other people's evil deeds, fire, and others.

Ask us about vehicle insurance via the WhatsApp chat application or contact us at the Sahabat Insurance call center 021 - 50508080

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Fire Insurance (FLEXAS)

Property Insurance (FLEXAS) provides a warranty to your properties for the damages as resulted from any possible risks such as fire, lightning, explosion, aircraft falling and smoke.

Fire (fire)
Fire caused by a short circuit or electrical short circuit or due to the spread of fire from other objects, neighboring houses, tree fires and others or fire due to your own negligence or lack of care, your servant or other people such as fires due to stoves, exploding gas leaks, or cigarette butts and others.

Lightning (Lightning Strike)
Property insurance also guarantees the risk of fire caused by electric machinery, electrical or electronic equipment, and electrical installations that are burned because lightning also enters into account.

Explosion
What is meant by an explosion here is the sudden release of energy due to the expansion of steam or gas. For example, steam boiler pipes or explode until leaving open rips. Terms and conditions apply.

Aircraft Impact (Fall of Airplanes)
In the unfortunate event of an aircraft crash on or near the insured property, a comprehensive fire insurance policy typically covers the resulting damage. This can include structural damage to buildings, loss of personal property, and any other destruction caused by the impact.

Smoke (Smoke)
Smoke arising from the fire of insured property. So if the smoke caused by a fire causes damage to the house or other property insured, property insurance will guarantee the loss due to the damage. (asuransiku)

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What is Own Risk?

Hi, Sahabat! If you have vehicle insurance, you must recognize some insurance terms so as not to get confused.

When purchasing a vehicle insurance product, you will be introduced to the term Own Risk (OR). Own risk can be interpreted as payment of compensation costs made by the vehicle owner or the insured for any loss and or damage that occurs when submitting a claim. If you do this, it means that you already know your responsibilities as a vehicle owner. As a form of your sense of responsibility to always be careful when driving. The standard, in accordance with OJK Letter No. 6 of 2017 stipulates that the current OR fee is a minimum of IDR 300,000 per incident.

Please note, standard car insurance policies actually only cover loss or damage caused by accident, collision, impact, overturning, slipping, or falling; evil deeds; theft; as well as fire and all risks covered by the motor vehicle insurance policy. However, if due to a disaster caused by natural disasters such as rain, flood, tsunami, hurricane, hail, tsunami, a product is provided in the form of an extension to protect your car from the causes mentioned above.

If you want to get further explanation regarding self-risk calculation or car insurance closing procedure through Sahabat Insurance Customer Service Online, we are happy to answer your questions via our hotline at 021-50508080 or Whatsapp at 021-50508080.

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