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140. Car insurance
Car insurance is financial protection for risks associated with owning or using a motor vehicle. Depending on the policy, it can cover liability for injury or damage caused to other people, as well as damage to, theft of or other losses involving the insured vehicle.
The minimum insurance required by law varies between countries. Drivers can often purchase additional cover beyond the compulsory minimum, such as collision, comprehensive, theft, fire or roadside-assistance protection.
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Is liability insurance required for a Dutch moped?
Yes. The Netherlands requires compulsory third-party liability insurance (WA) for ordinary road-legal mopeds and speed pedelecs. This differs from a qualifying ordinary electrically assisted bicycle.
🔗 rijksoverheid.nl • rijksoverheid.nl, official guidance
🔗 rdw.nl • RDW, e-bikes versus speed pedelecs
🔗 rijksoverheid.nl • Dutch Government, speed-pedelec rules
🔗 rijksoverheid.nl • Dutch Government, ordinary e-bike requirements

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