These costs have been extrapolated on assumptions relating to the following:

  • Vehicle value
  • Excess
  • Replacement vehicle costs
  • Window for payout
  • Loss in productivity

Impact on personal valuables such as:

  • Golf clubs
  • Cell phone
  • Sound systems
  • Jewelry
  • Samples

Indirect costs:

  • Assessors fees
  • Compilation of claim forms
  • Obtaining of license cancellation forms
  • Phone calls

These assumptions have been arrived at after consultation with the South African Police, with companies as well as insurance brokers and are, for the purposes of this presentation purely estimates.

__________ Direct costs __________

Based on a vehicle value of R50 000 with the driver deemed to be in possession of accessories as well as a cell phone, the cost may average out at R27 000 and escalate to figures in excess of R100 000.

Factors such as the job profile and individual status being critical factors.

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