Car insurance, also known as auto insurance or motor insurance, is a type of insurance policy that provides financial protection against physical damage or bodily injury resulting from traffic accidents and other vehicle-related incidents. Car insurance helps cover the costs associated with repairing or replacing your vehicle, as well as medical expenses for injuries to yourself, passengers, pedestrians, or other motorists. Car insurance is essential for protecting yourself, your passengers, and your financial assets in the event of a car accident or other covered incident.