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GAP insurance is designed to protect the value of your car in the event of it being written off or stolen. The Car Expert has all the information you need to know.

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GAP insurance is a specific kind of insurance that is separate to regular comprehensive car insurance.

In the event that your car is written off in an accident or stolen (and not recovered), GAP insurance covers you over and above what your car insurance pays out. It can either cover the shortfall between your insurance payout and the original price of the car, or it can cover you for any outstanding car finance payments.

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Why GAP insurance for used cars is increasing

12 September 2021

With used cars getting ever more expensive and finance amounts skyrocketing, GAP insurance for used cars is well worth considering.

What sort of GAP policy is best if I have a PCP?

7 August 2021

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The future of GAP insurance

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