Eric Lau

Finding a metered parking space in Hong Kong is not easy. After all, the scarcity of parking spots did not happen overnight. So, the Transport Department (TD) announced that 12,000 new parking meters have been installed in phases since January 2021 - 1,500 new parking meters will cover all 18 districts of Hong Kong in the first phase. As of July 2021, a total of 4,345 new parking meters are now in service. TD predicts that it will finish replacing all parking meters with new ones by the first half of 2022. TD will also push out a mobile application named ' HKeMeter ' to complement the new meters. With this, you'll be able to pay the parking meter at a distance. Today at Kwiksure , we'll teach you how to register and use the new HKeMeter app.

While the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, the UK pushes out the BNO (British National Overseas) visa and extends the LOTR (Leave Outside the Rules). Thus, a number of Hongkongers decided to jump the gun and moved to the UK prior to the reopening of borders. According to the Census and Statistics Department , the net outflow of people alone for last year was 39,800 people. It's no surprise that this broke the record as the highest number of people leaving Hong Kong. Britain's Home Office also recorded 34,300 BNO visa applications in the first season of 2021. Once Hong Kong reopens its borders, this emigration trend will only continue. Compared to here, the vast expanses of land in the West means that you might be in trouble without a car. That's why getting a driver's license is necessary to avoid becoming a bird without wings overseas. In this series of Kwiksure articles, we'll explore 4 of the most popular emigration destinations among HongKongers: the UK, Canada, Australia, and Taiwan. We'll shed light on the frequently asked questions, including how to exchange your foreign driving license, get a license in the UK, buy car insurance, and how to transfer your NCD/NCB.

Besides electric vehicles, hybrid cars have also become a popular choice in recent years. Today at Kwiksure, we’ll take a look at three main types of hybrid cars: mild hybrid, full hybrid, and plug-in hybrid.

According to Zurich Insurance’s 2019 survey, more than 27% of survey respondents did not purchase health insurance. Within this group, almost 40% lists “don’t have time” as their main reason for not buying insurance. However, another 40% say that they “don’t have the money to spare”. Hong Kong’s public healthcare system has always been on the verge of collapsing. That’s why health insurance - be it a standard plan or the Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme (VHIS) - is crucial. Today at Kwiksure , we will explain the top 4 reasons why you should buy health insurance.

If you’re planning your next holiday trip and you’ve been looking around the internet to find out which countries to stay away from, you’ve probably come across a list that looks something like this. Don’t go to countries that are at war: Libya Syria Iraq Yemen Somalia South Sudan Afghanistan But honestly, are you really looking to visit these countries any time soon? To really help you truly put your travel worries to rest, our experts at Kwiksure take you through the top 10 most dangerous places to visit that you don’t know about.

“How do I keep my car insurance premium down?”, is probably one of the most frequently asked questions for any parent wanting to include their child as a young driver on an existing or renewing motor insurance policy. As parents, by including your child on your policy, you are likely to see your premiums nearly double ! But for the young driver, this approach may be seen as a cheaper option than getting insured independently after qualifying to drive on the road. To help lessen your worries and provide you with some options, Kwiksure has compiled a few useful tips that you may want to consider trying to secure the best and most affordable car insurance policy in Hong Kong.

There are not a lot of things that are as exciting as driving your newly-bought car for the first time. Getting a personal vehicle registration mark (PVRM) can go a long way to making your vehicle stand out as you cruise through Causeway Bay for the first time. For new drivers, navigating your way through the PVRM application and auctioning procedures may take some time, especially as applications for the personal vehicle registration mark are only open in January, May, and September. Luckily, our experts at Kwiksure have curated this infographic to list out the key steps in the process of registering personalized vehicle registration marks in Hong Kong.

Riding a motorcycle is different from driving a car. People, especially men, love it as it is easier to park, uses less gas, and takes up less space. Most motorcyclists also enjoy the feeling of zipping between cars. And like most automobiles, motorcycles also require regular check-ups to stay in tip-top shape. After all, a bike in good running conditions also ensures problem-free riding. In this Kwiksure article, our experts will share a few insider tips on how to manually inspect your toy.

No matter whether you are a new driver with a probationary driving license or you have been riding a motorbike for over 30 years, purchasing a new motorcycle insurance policy is no easy feat. You will have to spend time on researching and comparing prices of different policies, or else you may have to pay some serious money out of pocket when there’s an accident. Our previous features have touched on what every rider should know about motorcycle insurance and safety tips for riding a motorcycle in Hong Kong . Today, Kwiksure will bring you five more tips on what you should consider when selecting motorcycle insurance to help you make a more educated purchase decision.

Most Hong Kong drivers should have experienced difficulty with parking in this cramped city. Sometimes we may end up parking on slopes when there’s no level parking space around. However, a fatal traffic accident in North Point last Monday came as an alarming reminder of the importance of parking safety. The accident took place when a school minibus careened down the street after the driver had exited the vehicle, colliding with pedestrians down a narrow street before crashing into a storefront. The minibus driver tried to stop the vehicle from sliding but was hit and dragged for 20 meters. He and other three victims remained in critical condition at the hospital. The tragedy has claimed the lives of four people and injured nearly a dozen in total. At the time of writing, the police had found no problem with the braking system of the school van and thus are focusing their investigation on whether the driver has applied the handbrake properly. In light of the accident, this week Kwiksure will offer some practical safety tips for parking on slopes.

Change is constant, and a change in your car ownership situation can happen without regard for the neat time periods set by your car insurance policy. As your circumstances change, you may find yourself wondering if you should let your insurance provider know so you can update your car insurance benefits. This week, we’re discussing what changes you may need to inform your insurance company of, what effect it may have, and what happens if you want to change to a new insurer mid-policy.

Buying car insurance, many people think of the benefits of being covered for damage and injury resulting from a car crash. However, things can happen to your vehicle even when you’re not driving it. Vandalism, break-ins, property theft, and accidental damage; these can all cause significant and expensive damage or loss to a vehicle or other property, leaving many wondering: Will my insurance cover this? This week, Kwiksure looks at the type of non-driving dangers that can happen to your vehicle and discusses what car insurance can do.