AMC Insurance – COVID-19 Updates and Tips
COVID-19 has brought uncertainty and misinformation into our lives. Therefore, AMC Insurance urges you to verify the sources of information you read online. You may feel overwhelmed with COVID-19 advice. Many people have lost jobs, reduced hours, or are working from home if they are lucky. However, AMC wants to help.
Most businesses have closed or reduced hours and services. Meanwhile, many people are working from home. Fortunately, the BC Government has designated insurance as an essential service to protect BC residents. Temporary changes from the Insurance Corporation of BC (ICBC) and the Insurance Council of BC allow agencies like AMC to continue operating. Thanks to technology, agents can now work from home where needed. Additionally, police will not check decals on plates but can check plates to ensure there is insurance. If not, they will issue tickets and tow vehicles without coverage.
AMC is open during this time and limits walk-in customers to two at a time. Moreover, renewals, changes, temporary permits, and cancellations can be processed over the phone or online. To ensure everyone’s safety, documents can be mailed or emailed. However, you may need to bring original documents to the office, where staff will serve you at the door with minimal contact. This ensures the safety of both employees and customers under social distancing rules.
If you are not driving for work or business (Tips to Grow Your Business), you can save money by switching to pleasure-only coverage. In fact, this can save $10-$40 per month depending on your driving experience, vehicle age, and coverage options.
Additionally, if your family has more than one vehicle, consider canceling insurance on unused vehicles. For example, vehicles parked in a locked garage are eligible for this option. Most people will not use their cars for at least two weeks. However, AMC requires your plates to cancel the policy and recommends storage insurance as an alternative. Keep in mind that home insurance does not cover stored vehicles.
It’s important to note that canceled ICBC insurance means you cannot park your vehicle on the street. Instead, it must be on private property.
Furthermore, AMC tracks cancellations and coverage reductions for you. When COVID-19 restrictions are relaxed, we will contact you to update your coverage.
In conclusion, stay safe, stay at home, and phone or email us. Licensed insurance brokers at AMC Insurance are here to give you personalized advice for the best insurance coverage.
FAQ’s
1. Are you still open?
Yes, we are open for business. In fact, the BC Government has designated insurance as an essential service to protect and serve BC residents. We are here to meet your insurance needs.
2. How are you protecting customers and employees?
We are limiting in-person meetings where possible and encouraging customers to use phone services for inquiries and transactions. Moreover, for ICBC services that require in-person visits, customers can exchange documents or plates at the door. This ensures protection for both our staff and customers.
3. Where can I find up-to-date information during COVID-19?
For updates regarding our services during COVID-19, click here.
4. What should I do if I get into an accident and need to file a claim?
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First, move to a safe area and stop your vehicle. Then, check yourself and others involved for injuries, and call the police. Do not admit fault or blame others. Instead, gather important information and take photos or videos if possible. Finally, if you are an AMC Insurance customer, call us at 1-866-350-8555 to file your claim. Visit Claims for more details.
