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Calls for news careless driving rules to be extended

In response to new careless driving laws which come into force today, Direct Line is calling for the legislation to be extended to all uninsured motorists on our roads, not just those who cause fatalities.

Adrian Flux insures hydrogen-powered car

Honda’s recent launch of a family car, the FCX Clarity that runs on hydrogen, has everyone thinking about green motoring. But hydrogen is a highly flammable lighter-than-air gas that sets alarm bells ringing with drivers and insurance companies alike.

Uninsured drivers cost motorists over £500m a year

UK drivers are paying, on average, £31 a year more on their car insurance in order to cover for people who are uninsured, equating to more than £500m, according to comparethemarket.com.

Careless driving penalties welcomed by AA Insurance

Britain's leading car insurance broker, AA Insurance, has welcomed today's Ministry of Justice initiative to clamp down on careless driving.

Confused.com adds Bradford and Bingley to car insurance panel

Confused.com – UK insurance price comparison service - is pleased to announce the addition of Bradford and Bingley to its motor insurance panel.

Wolfrace Insurance - Take cover!

Perennial tuning maestros, Wolfrace have brought a welcome breath of fresh air to the car insurance market with their latest own-branded cover.

Don't let a trip on the road turn into a driving nightmare

Brits holidaying in the UK or Europe this August Bank Holiday should make sure they are not underinsured, warns moneysupermarket.com.

Car insurance premiums rise by nearly 6% in a year

Between July 2007 and June 2008, the average car insurance premium has increased by 5.8%. The latest Sainsbury's Car Insurance Index, which provides a comprehensive independent analysis of online car insurance premiums across the market reveals that in June 2007, the average car insurance premium was £514.36, compared with £486.13 in July 2007 (an increase of 5.8%).

New drivers beware - Brits driving test shame revealed

Brits taking their driving test this summer should beware as new research exposes those most likely to fail.

Uninsured drivers cost UK motorists over £500m a year

UK drivers are paying, on average, £31 a year more on their car insurance in order to cover for people who are uninsured, equating to more than £500m, according to comparethemarket.com.

Four in ten drivers say no claim, less pain

More than 40 per cent of UK drivers would rather put their hand in their own pocket to pay for minor car damage than risk their No Claims Discount, according to comprehensive research from greenbee.com, the financial services arm of the John Lewis Partnership.

moneysupermarket.com enhances car insurance website

moneysupermarket.com has launched its new car insurance website allowing customers to compare quotes with up to five providers at one time.

Looking to drive abroad? - Cheap may not be cheerful!

British holiday-makers are feeling the pinch this summer - and cheaper petrol prices at European pumps will encourage many to plan a holiday by car abroad.

Have peace of mind when you drive abroad

With the school year now at an end, many families will be taking to the roads for their annual holiday, with France and Spain possible destinations.

MORE TH>N helps motorists drive down the cost of motoring

MORE TH>N has launched a new initiative designed to help motorists who are feeling the squeeze of rising petrol prices and increased living costs, by saving them up to 20 per cent on the cost of their motor insurance every year.