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Over Half of Argentine Motorists Downgrade to Basic Auto Coverage as Premiums Climb

Rising auto thefts, litigation payouts and spare-part shortages are driving up insurers’ claim costs

Overview

  • ADEAA reports that between 50% and 60% of policyholders have switched from higher-tier plans to basic coverage in recent weeks
  • Insurance premiums continue to rise even though the market value of both new and used vehicles has declined nationwide
  • Auto insurance premiums function as pooled funds for claim payouts, so any surge in individual claim values directly translates into higher rates for all policyholders
  • Orbis has entered an autoliquidation phase while La Nueva faces a prohibition on issuing new policies amid solvency and operational challenges
  • ADEAA emphasizes that the distress is concentrated in contracting segments such as taxis and remises rather than reflecting a sector-wide collapse