What to do if you experience a vehicle accident or damage?

Vehicle accidents and damages can happen to anyone — and they can involve vehicles, people, and public or private property.

What are the most common types of accidents?

Rear-end

collision

Rear-end collisions happen when the rear vehicle collides with the one in front of it.

Chain

collision

Chain collisions happen when 3 or more vehicles are involved in a single accident.

Government

property

Damage to government property such as road signs, traffic lights, etc.

Side

swipe

Side swipes happen when a vehicle collides with the side of another.

What to do during an
accident

Here’s what you must do during a vehicle accident.

Step 1

Check whether you or anyone is injured

Stay calm. If possible, turn on the hazard lights and avoid moving the vehicle involved.

Step 2

Call GetGo’s Accident hotline

Here are the accident details you need to share with us.

Step 3

Share the accident details with us

Go over the accident details with our Support Team.

Step 4

Gather details from any third parties involved

Gather details like driver’s name, phone number, car plate number(s), and clear accident scene photos.

Step 5

Stay contactable for 45 minutes

Our Accident Response Team will arrive within 45-60 mins.

Step 6

Don’t leave until authorised

If public property is damaged, don’t leave until authorised by the Traffic Police.

💡 Tip:
If you caused minor damage, please self-report the damage when you end your trip.

💡 Tip:
If you caused minor damage, please self-report the damage when you end your trip.

What to do after an
accident

Here’s what you must do after experiencing a vehicle accident.

Step 1

Wait for the investigation outcome

We may contact you as part of our
investigation process.

It may take 3 days to 2 weeks or more depending on the incident.

Step 2

Check your email
inbox

Look out for the following emails:

  • Accident investigation outcome
  • Billing notice
  • Repair invoice

Step 3

Your account will be banned temporarily

Your account will be banned temporarily until payment is made.

💡 Tip:
Reduce your insurance excess by 50% with our Collision Damage Waiver.

💡 Tip:
Reduce your insurance excess by 50% with our Collision Damage Waiver.

Learn more about vehicle accidents