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Do you know you don’t have to pay premiums for the time your car is resting in the garage?

Pay-As-You-Drive insurance is a perfect solution for low-mileage and occasional car drivers. It allows you to only pay for the kilometres you drive, making it an affordable insurance option.

With Reliance Limit Sure Pay-as-you-drive insurance, you receive personalised insurance. The premium is based on your driving frequency and the total kilometres covered by your vehicle.

Whether you are an occasional driver or public transport user, Reliance Pay-As-You-Drive insurance gives you complete control over your premium.

Purchase Reliance Limit Sure car insurance add-on to enjoy:

Drive Less-Pay Less Up to 90% Discounts Top-Up Limit Carry Forward Limit Up to 125 Grace Kilometres
What is Pay As You Drive?

What is
Pay As You Drive Car Insurance?

Pay As You Drive auto insurance is a unique add-on for car insurance based on kilometres driven. It helps you save on premiums by paying only for the number of kilometres you opt to drive. It is a Usage Based Car Insurance add-on cover that adapts to your driving habits.

In simple terms, you pay comparatively lower premiums with the Pay As You Drive car insurance add-on. It allows you to declare the kilometres you will cover in a year and pay a premium only for those kilometres.

  • If you drive over the kilometres you opted for, you can easily get a top-up to extend your coverage.
  • If you drive less than the declared limit, you can carry forward the unused distance to the next policy year.

Let's understand the Pay As You Drive insurance meaning with an example.

Example: Suppose you usually drive an average of 2,500 km a year.

Pay-as-you-drive allows you to pay only for the 2,500 km your car drives. This will cost significantly less than a standard car insurance plan.

If you end up driving more than 2,500 km, you can buy a top-up to continue your car insurance coverage. Similarly, if you drive less than 2,500 km, then whatever unused kilometres remain can be carried forward to the next policy year.

Reliance PAYD Insurance -
How Does Pay As You Drive Car Insurance Work?

Declare your odometer reading when buying the policy. Select a Kilometre Limit starting at 2,500 km and customisable in multiples of 1,000. Get financial coverage as per your Own Damage car insurance policy

Here’s a more detailed look into how this all works:

When you buy Reliance Limit Sure - Pay As You Drive, you are required to select an estimated distance that you will drive in a policy year.

This estimated distance is called "Available Kilometres" or "Kilometre Limit" and can be set in different slabs starting from 2,500 km. It can be increased further in multiples of 1,000.

Based on your chosen Kilometre Limit, you get a discount on your Own Damage policy. Keep in mind, the lower your Kilometre Limit, the more discount you will get.

Also, you must declare your current odometer reading when buying and renewing the policy. This will help determine whether you have stayed within the Kilometre Limit or exceeded it.

For example, if your odometer reading at the time of buying the policy is 2,000 km, and you opted for a Kilometre Limit of 2,500 km, at the end of your policy, the reading will show 4,500 km or lower.

What if the Declared Car
Usage Limit is Exhausted?

Running out of your Available Kilometres or Kilometre Limit means you lose the protection of your car insurance policy. In this case, you can buy extra kilometres with our "Top Up Limit" feature to ensure you are covered for the rest of the policy period.

If you have any unused kilometres, you can carry them over to the next policy year using the "Carry Forward Limit" option.

We also offer Grace Kilometres* up to 125 km to give you enough time to renew your policy before your limit is exhausted.

For example, suppose you have selected a Kilometre Limit of 3,500 km under the Reliance Limit Sure—Pay As You Drive add-on cover. But within a few months, your limit is over.

At this point, you can contact us and request a top-up limit to extend your coverage for the current policy year.

Pay Insurance Only When You Drive! –
Key Features of Reliance Limit Sure Pay As You Drive Car Insurance

Pay As You Drive Insurance Features Description
Coverage Own Damage cover within Available Kilometres
Discount Up to 90%*
Available Kilometres Start at 2,500 km and can increase in multiples of 1,000
Grace Kilometres 125 km
Top Up Limit Additional km can be added if you run out of Available Kilometres
Carry Forward Limit Unused km can be transferred to the next policy year.

Benefits of Reliance Limit Sure
Pay As You Drive Car Insurance

Choose Your Driving Distance

Choose Your Driving Distance

Our Pay As You Drive add-on allows you to select the distance you will cover in a given policy year. It starts at 2,500 km and can be increased in multiples of 1,000. You only pay for the kilometres opted for.

Drive Less, Pay Less

Drive Less, Pay Less

Since you are paying only for the distance you drive, the lower your kilometres, the lower your premium will be. So, if you drive less, you pay less.

Carry Forward Unused Kilometres

Carry Forward Unused Kilometres

You won’t lose anything if you do not use up your Kilometre Limit. Any unused kilometres can be carried forward to the next policy year at the time of renewal.

Top Up Kilometres for Extended Usage

Top Up Kilometres for Extended Usage

If you run out of the Available Kilometres within a policy year, you can easily purchase a top-up to replenish your exhausted limit. This way, you are never out of pay as drive car insurance coverage.

Also Read: Benefits of PAYD Car Insurance

Reliance Limit Sure Pay As You Drive Insurance - Inclusion & Exclusion

Reliance Pay As You Drive Cover Inclusions

  • Damage due to natural calamities, including earthquakes, typhoons, floods, cyclones, thunderstorms, etc.
  • Damage due to man-made tragedies such as riots, strikes, etc.
  • Medical expenses arising from the personal injury of the owner-driver.
  • Theft
  • Fire or explosions.

Reliance Pay As You Go Car Insurance Cover Exclusions

  • Any accidental damage to the insured car arising after exceeding the Available Kilometres.
  • Third-party damages/losses caused by the insured vehicle.
  • Any modification/tampering of Odometer reading.
  • Any damage/loss due to war or nuclear attacks.
  • Any damage/loss due to self-negligence.
  • Any damage/loss due to traffic violation.
  • Any damage/loss arising due to illegal usage of the vehicle.
  • Any claims made outside the policy period.

Check out the complete list of inclusions and exclusions of our PAYD add-on.

Who Should Buy
Pay As You Go Car Insurance Cover?

Infrequent Drivers

Infrequent Drivers

If you do not drive your car very often or only take it out on certain occasions, then Pay As You Drive insurance will work well for you. You will pay only for the time your car is out of the garage.

Owner of Multiple Cars

Owner of Multiple Cars

If you own multiple cars, then one of your cars is used less frequently than the other. Thus, it makes sense to pay based on the usage of the car(s) you use less frequently.

Public Transport Users

Public Transport Users

If you are inclined to use public transport more than your car, then getting your car insured with Pay As You Drive is an excellent option. It will help you save a lot of money.

Also Read: Why Should You Choose Pay-As-You-Drive Insurance?

How to Buy
Pay As You Drive Insurance Online?

  • Step 1:Visit the Reliance General Insurance website and enter your car’s details, mobile number and email ID in the form.
  • Step 2:After entering the OTP, confirm your car’s make and model, registration number, RTO, etc. and then proceed.
  • Step 3:In the add-ons screen, select the Pay As You Drive insurance add-on and any other add-on to boost your coverage.
  • Step 4:View your quote and your selected add-ons.
  • Step 5:Fill in all the remaining details regarding your previous policy, inspection method, nominee details, etc.
  • Step 6: Proceed to pay. Once your payment is made, you will receive a digital copy of your pay as you drive the motor insurance policy in your inbox.

Things to Keep in Mind Before Purchasing Pay as You Drive Insurance

Driving Habits

Evaluate your driving skills before you buy Pay As You Drive car insurance. Purchase this insurance only if you use your vehicle occasionally.

The best pay-per-mile car insurance offers a top-up option and grace kilometres to prevent you from accidentally driving over your proposed limit.

Multiple Car Ownership

If you have multiple cars or four-wheelers, buy PAYD car insurance for the vehicle you use the least. The best pay-as-you-go car insurance offers a typical range for vehicles of below 10,000 to 15,000 kilometres per year.

Flexibility

Make sure the selected Pay-As-Drive car insurance offers flexibility for adjusting the declared kilometre limit. With Reliance Limit Sure, you can either extend or carry forward the limit based on the available kilometres.

Available Discounts

Look for various discounts to reduce premiums and get cheap pay-as-you-go car insurance. With Reliance General Insurance, you can save up to 90% on premiums using our PAYD insurance.

Policy Terms

Go through policy papers and understand the clauses and terms of the Pay-As-You-Drive car insurance add-on. This will ensure the complete financial protection of your vehicle.

How to Claim Pay As You Drive Insurance?

Step 1: Intimate Claim

Immediately inform us within 24 hours in the event of an accident, collision, theft or any other covered event. Here is how to do it:

  • Call our claims helpline at +91-22-4890-3009
  • Log into the Reliance Self-i app for instant claim registration.

Step 2: Submit Documents

Once your claim is registered, gather and submit all the documents, including your claims form, policy papers, FIR report, vehicle RC and others specific to the case.

Step 3: Vehicle Inspection

Upon receiving the claims documents, we will send our surveyor for vehicle inspection. This is done to verify the claim and check the extent of damage.

Step 4: Wait for Approval

Wait for the claims approval from our team.

Step 5: Claim Settlement

Once you get the approval, you can settle your Pay Per Mile car insurance claim in two ways:

  • PAYD Cashless Claims:

    Take your car to one of our network garages to get it repaired. We will settle your bill directly with the garage. You only have to pay selected deductibles/copayment amounts (if any).

  • PAYD Reimbursement Claim

    Take your car to any authorised auto repair facility to get the repair work done. Pay the repair bills and collect the repair invoices. Now, submit the original invoices and other documents to our claims department for a timely reimbursement.

Reliance Pay As You Drive Insurance Vs
Other Car Insurance Plans

Parameters

Pay As You Drive Car Insurance

Third-party Car Insurance

Own Damage Car Insurance

Damage to Your Own Vehicle
Customise IDV
Customise Kilometre Limit
Damage due to Fire
Damage due to Natural Calamities
Losses Due to Theft
Damage to Third Party

Difference Between Comprehensive Car Insurance and PAYD Cover

Parameters

Pay As You Go Driving Insurance

Comprehensive Insurance

Purpose and USP Based on car usage during a year. You pay only for the kilometres covered by your car during the policy term. Standard car insurance plan where you pay a flat rate yearly.
Availability Available as an add-on cover for comprehensive and own-damage plans. Available as a stand-alone plan
Premiums Lower premiums Higher premiums
Scope for Customisation You can top-up/carry forward your Available Kilometres based on requirements. Customisable coverage with various car insurance add-ons
Third-party Damage Does not cover third-party liability. Covers third-party liability
Who is it for?
  • Infrequent car users
  • Multiple vehicle owners
  • Senior citizens
  • Seasonal drivers
  • New car owners
  • Extensive car users
  • Car owners in risk-prone areas
  • Owners of premium/luxury cars

Cost-Saving Tips for Pay As You Drive Insurance

Save on Kilometre Limit

Drive your vehicle less if you don’t want to exhaust your Available Kilometres. A smart idea is to avoid unnecessary trips and use public transport for daily commutes.

Take Efficient Routes

If you want cheap Pay-As-You-Go car insurance premiums, consider planning your routes efficiently. You can do this by selecting low-traffic roads, avoiding peak traffic hours and so on.

Maintain Your Vehicle

Keep your vehicle well-maintained to avoid unnecessary wear and tear. This will also prevent you from making claims for minor damages. As a result, you will gain impressive No-claims Bonus discounts.

Review Your Plan Annually

Make sure to review and adjust your pay as you drive insurance, which a company offers annually. If your driving frequency increases, consider switching to an elaborate plan, such as comprehensive car insurance.

Avail Discounts

Don’t forget to utilise the available discounts when buying/renewing your PAYD car insurance plan. This will significantly reduce your payable premiums.

Pay As You Drive Car Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions about
Pay As You Drive Insurance

  • No, the own damage claim process is the same. You can register your Reliance Limit Sure - Pay As You Drive claim online.

  • Yes, since Reliance Limit Sure—Pay As You Drive is an add-on cover for the Own Damage insurance plan. Your Own Damage policy covers damage to your vehicle caused by an accident and even theft.

  • No, all we need to buy Reliance Limit Sure—Pay As You Drive is your vehicle details and KYC documents.

  • The premium is calculated based on the mutually agreed kilometres you will cover within the specified term. It is also known as “Available Kilometres”. The total number of kilometres you have driven is determined based on your odometer’s reading.

  • It will be determined based on your odometer reading. For example, your selected kilometre limit is 5,500 km, and your car’s odometer reading was 1,000 km when you bought the add-on.

    To receive the benefits, your car’s odometer should be 6,500 km at the end of the policy tenure.

  • The add-on will cover you for the standard duration of 12 months or more, depending on your policy period.

  • Yes. Pay-as-you-drive car insurance is a cost-saving plan for occasional drivers and is also a great option for those on a limited budget.

  • Yes, if you have unused kilometres, you can carry them over to the next policy year at the time of renewal. This is known as the Carry-Forward Limit.

    For example, let’s say you purchased the add-on with a 10,000-kilometre limit. However, you only used 7,000 kilometres during the policy year. The add-on lets you carry forward the remaining 3,000 kilometres to the next policy year when you renew your policy and enjoy the extra coverage.

*T&C Apply. For more details on risk factors, terms & conditions, brochure and exclusions, please read the policy wordings carefully before concluding a sale. The details mentioned above are for multiple products such as Reliance Limit Sure - Pay as you Drive Add on Cover for Reliance Private Car Package Policy, UIN: IRDAN103RP0010V02100001/A0021V01202223; Reliance Limit Sure - Pay as you Drive Add On Cover for Reliance Private Car Policy Bundled,
UIN: IRDAN103RP0001V01201820/A0031V01202223; and Reliance Limit Sure - Pay as you Drive Add On Cover for Reliance Private Car Policy Stand-alone Own Damage, UIN: IRDAN103RP0007V02201829/A0033V01202223.
#Grace Kilometres can be availed only twice per Policy Period

Discount: The discount varies basis vehicle specifications, No Claim Bonus discount and Geographical location of the vehicle to be insured. Discounts have been calculated on the basis of the rates prescribed under erstwhile Indian Motor Tariff. Discounts are applicable only to the Own Damage section and discounts may vary as per the vehicle make, model, RTO, age of the vehicle and addition of add-ons like Reliance Limit Sure-Pay As You Drive.

Premium: The premium mentioned for car Insurance excludes taxes for the private car model Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 with a cubic capacity of less than 1000 cc for a 1-year Own Damage Insurance policy for an IDV of ₹2,34,728. The premium used is 2,853/year as of 1 March 2023 and then converted into a per-month basis, which gives us ₹238/month (2,853/12).

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