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Advice for winter weather at home and in the car
As snow and ice falls on parts of Britain with more forecast, insurer MORE TH>N is offering the following advice on surviving the cold.
Don’t get left out in the cold this winter
From burst pipes to damaged art work, last winter's extreme weather saw specialist home insurance provider Hiscox experience a 60% increase in the number of freeze related household claims when compared to the same time the previous year.
Don’t get left out in the cold this winter - safeguard your property
From burst pipes to damaged art work, last winter’s extreme weather saw specialist home insurance provider Hiscox experience a 60%* increase in the number of freeze related household claims when compared to the same time the previous year.
Electric cars offer lowest lifetime cost public says
Electric cars are winning the battle to convince motorists that they are a value-for-money proposition, according to the latest research. While there may be those who are put off by the initial high purchase cost of the first electric car models, which are now beginning to reach the UK market as we head into 2011, it seems many people are realising the money-saving potential of a battery-powered vehicle over its lifetime, a poll from leading green car guide TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk suggests.
Drive away from expensive car breakdowns this winter
As the nights draw in, and temperatures drop to freezing, moneysupermarket.com urges motorists to take care behind the wheel and ensure they are covered for winter conditions and breakdowns.
Don’t give car theives an easy ride this winter
The husband of Vice Chairman of West Ham United FC and Apprentice star Karren Brady had his luxury Mercedes stolen after he left it running to clear ice from the windscreen. Paul Peschisolido's £30,000 car was sitting outside the West Midlands home he shares with Brady when two opportunist thieves stole the vehicle and smashed through the gates to their home.
Protect yourself from used car scammers
With rising numbers of used car buyers being duped by ads for vehicles that don’t exist, and sellers targeted by fraudulent buyers who have no intention of paying for a vehicle, both buyers and sellers both need to be on the look out for scams that could leave them seriously out of pocket. Exchange and Mart invests in security measures to protect anyone buying or selling used vehicles on its site, but reminds people to be on their guard and take some simple precautions.
Drivers ‘not affected’ by budget cuts
A surprising 62% of British drivers believe that the austerity measures will not affect the way they use their car, research last month by Manheim Auctions has revealed.
Allianz Your Cover car insurance on Confused.com
Allianz Insurance has launched its new online-only car insurance offering, Your Cover insurance, on leading comparison website, Confused.com.
Speeding convictions can add 30% to cost of insurance
Drivers taking risks with the speed limit could end up paying up to 27% more for their premium, according to research from Confused.com. A young admin assistant1 adding two convictions to their policy will pay a penalty of £168.
Dealer motor finance market share grows in September
Car dealers enjoyed a good September, as figures from the Finance & Leasing Association showed an increase in new and used car finance compared to September last year.
Beware the innocent fraudster
Vehicle information expert, HPI, reports finance related issues were one of the biggest cause for claims against the HPI Guarantee in 2009.
Drivers seek cheaper car insurance premiums
Confused.com has reported a huge surge in customers seeking car insurance quotes, in response to the increased awareness of the steep rises in insurance premiums facing motorists across the UK.
Online warranty helps smart owners stay protected
Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd has further enhanced its relationship with Mondial Assistance UK by including its smart vehicle customers in its online warranty service, giving them reassurance of continued quality warranty cover.
The car parts most likely to wear out
The top 10 car parts most likely to fail due to simple wear and tear have been revealed by specialist insurer, Warranty Direct.