Why do you need Car Key Insurance?

Bidvest Insurance outlines why you need Car Key Insurance.

What is Car Key Insurance?

Car Key Insurance is a type of insurance that covers the cost of replacing lost or stolen car keys. Car Key Insurance can help protect you from the high costs of replacing car keys. Car Key Insurance is often not included in most car insurance products. Car keys can cost as much as R10,000, even more for exotic cars. This is why it is worthwhile purchasing Car Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance.

How does Car Key Insurance work?

Car Key Insurance is designed to protect your car keys. Car Key Insurance provides cover in the event your keys are lost or stolen. You don’t factor the possibility of losing your car keys in your budget. You could land up having to spend thousands of Rands. You don’t want this, and neither do we. If you own a car in South Africa, you need Car Key Insurance. 

Why do I need Car Key Insurance?

There’s nothing more annoying than losing your car keys, especially when you’re in a rush.

Have you ever lost your keys? It’s a terrible feeling. You start to feel panicked and your heart beats fast. You try your best to search for them, but they’re gone. Now you have to deal with the joys of losing your keys. This includes dealing with things like:

  • How will I get home?
  • How will I get my car to a safe place?
  • How will I get around if I don’t have a car?
  • How much will all this cost?

With Key Insurance, there is no reason to worry.

The unanticipated expense of replacing keys can be expensive. In the event your car keys are lost or stolen, having Key Insurance will protect your wallet. Don’t wait until it’s too late. You need Key Insurance.

Why is Car Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance unique?

Key Angel our Car Key Insurance product. It’s the first insurance policy of its kind in South Africa. We designed it with the customer in mind. Through Key Angel, we lessen the financial effects of lost keys. Car Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance provides many benefits.

What does Car Key Insurance cover?

The benefits of Car Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance include:

Replacement of Car Keys: Your keys go missing? We have you covered. We know replacing a car key does not come cheap. If you have Key Insurance, you won’t have to shell out thousands Rands for a replacement key. Replacement car keys are covered up to R10,000 by our Key Insurance policy.

Vehicle Lock Set Replacement: What if you can’t get a replacement key? We’ve got you covered. We cover lock set replacements up to the value of R10,000. You don’t need to worry about a thing. 

Key, lock and remote replacement for your home: Do you keep your house keys with your car keys? Your car keys go missing, what does that mean for your house keys? We often bundle our keys all together because it makes our lives easier. We cover key, lock and remote replacement for your home up to R1,000.

Key, lock and remote replacement for your office: The same goes for your office key. If you’re like most people, you also keep your office keys with your car key. You lose your car key, and your office keys are gone too. We cover key, lock and remote replacement for your office up to R1,000.

Locksmith for your car: You managed to lock your keys inside your car. Don’t try DIY it, we’ve got you covered. The benefits of Key Insurance include locksmith services for your vehicle. It doesn’t matter where in South Africa you are. You’re covered. We ensure that you’re never locked out of your car. We give you up to R1,500 for locksmith services for your car.

Locksmith for your home/office: You’ve lost your home or office keys. How will you get back inside? There’s no need to break a window, we’ve got you covered. The benefits of Key Insurance include locksmith services for your home or office. We give you up to R1,000 for locksmith services for your home or office.

Car hire: We will get you where you need to be, even if you don’t have your keys. If your keys can’t be replaced within a reasonable timeframe,  we’ll get you where you need to be. You won’t need to worry about not having a car or being left stranded. Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance covers your car hire for up to R1,000.

Courtesy transport: We keep you moving. You need to be somewhere, but you’re locked out of your car. You can’t be late for that important meeting. We provide you with courtesy transport to make sure  you get to where you need to be. We take the worry and stress out of losing your keys.

Towing service on a flatbed: And what about your car? If you don’t have a key, how will you get your car back home? You can’t leave your car in the parking lot overnight. We ensure your car is transported to a secure location while you wait for your new key.

Zero excess: With Key Insurance, you pay zero excess. We help you save money. Key Insurance helps you save money. With Key Insurance, you won’t need to claim from your Comprehensive Car Insurance policy. 

What are the benefits of Car Key Insurance?

Car key Insurance has many benefits. The main benefit is that it provides coverage for replacing lost or stolen keys. This is significant, as the cost of replacing a car key can be high. This is especially true if you have a newer model car.

Other benefits of Car Key Insurance include:

  • Convenience: Key Insurance can make it easier to replace your keys. If you don’t have Key Insurance, you may have to turn to credit to buy a new key. Or, if you don’t have credit, you will have to save up. This could take time. Having Key Insurance helps you get your new keys as soon as possible.
  • Savings: Key Insurance saves you money. By having Key Insurance, you won’t have to pay for your lost or stolen car key. You can get a new key for free from your Key Insurance.  
  • Peace of mind: You’re covered, and that means you have peace of mind. Knowing that you have coverage for your keys will help you feel more secure when using your car. You never have to worry about losing your car keys again.

Is Car Key Insurance expensive?

No, Car Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance is not expensive. The key to Bidvest Insurance policies is affordability. Car Key Insurance is no different with an initial, once-off payment of R195. Car Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance keeps you covered from only R95 per month.

How do I claim from Key Insurance?

Claiming from your Car Key Insurance is easy. You can email keyclaims@bidvestinsurance.co.za to notify us of the incident. Our claims assessor will then guide you through the claims process.

Remember:

  • You must notify us of the claim within 30 days of the incident.
  • You must report your Lost or Stolen Keys to the SAPS within 48 hours of the incident.

Car Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance provides necessary protection for your keys. Key Insurance is the life saver you never knew you needed. Key Insurance stops those nasty surprises from ruining your budget. Don’t worry about your keys, they’re covered.

Protect your budget with Key Insurance from Bidvest Insurance. Get Key Insurance now.

Cover for you and for your car.

Bidvest Insurance offers a wide range of insurance products to meet both your personal and vehicular needs.

Insurance options for you:

  • Cyber Rescue
  • Panic Alert
  • Legal Angel
  • Personal Accident Insurance

Insurance options for your car:

  • Scratch and Dent
  • Tyre Angel
  • Theftbuster Plus
  • Warranty
  • Driver Assist
  • Key Angel

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