Involved in a situation with damage or an accident with your GetGo?

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Situations involving accidents and damages while driving a GetGo can happen to anyone — and they can involve people, and damages to vehicles and public or private property.
Here’s what you can do.
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What are the most common types of accidents?

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Rear-end collision

This happens when the rear vehicle collides with the one in front of it.
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Chain collision

This happens when 3 or more vehicles are involved in a single accident.
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Damage to government property

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

This happens when two vehicles brush against each other.

What to do if you get into an accident

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1

Check whether you or anyone is injured

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Stay calm. If possible, turn on the hazard lights and avoid moving the vehicle involved.
2

Call GetGo’s Accident hotline

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Please call our 24/7 hotline at 6564 3846 (656GETGO).
3

Share the accident details with us

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Go over the accident details with our Support Team.
4

Gather details from all parties involved

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Gather details like drivers’ name(s), phone number, car plate number(s), and take clear accident scene photos.
5

Stay contactable for 60 minutes

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Our Accident Response Team will arrive within 45-60 mins.
6

Don’t leave until authorised to do so

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If public property is damaged, don’t leave until authorised by the Traffic Police.
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If you caused minor damage, please self-report it when you end your trip.

Learn how

What to do after an accident

Here’s what you must do after experiencing a vehicle accident.
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1

Wait for the investigation outcome

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We may contact you as part of our investigation process.

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

Check your email inbox

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Look out for the following emails:
  • Accident investigation outcome
  • Billing notice
  • Repair invoice
3

Your account will be banned temporarily

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Your account will be temporarily banned until the investigation is complete, or if necessary, payment is made.
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Opt in for Collision Damage Waiver to reduce up to 50% of your insurance excess.

Learn how

Learn more about vehicle accidents

FAQs

What happens after a booking involving an accident?

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After the accident, please expect your account to be temporarily banned during investigations. We’ll also send you an accident investigation outcome, pre-billing notice, and an official invoice via email.
Learn more.

How long will it take to settle my accident case?

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It depends on the nature, and complexity of the accident. The cooperation and length of the legal or insurance processes involved will also play a part. 
Find out more.

What is Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and how can it help me in an accident?

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CDW is an additional insurance coverage that helps reduce your insurance excess in the event of an accident.
Learn more here.