Car Insurance
Young drivers encouraged to take safe driving pledge
Commenting on today’s speech by the ABI to encourage the Government to introduce stricter rules for new drivers, Laura Wood at NFU Mutual comments:
The dangers of the ‘school run’
The school run can be one of the busiest and most dangerous times to be on the road.
Car insurance premiums slump from all-time high
The average cost of car insurance fell slightly over the first quarter of 2007, after ending last year at an all-time high, the AA’s benchmark British Insurance Premium Index shows.
Drivers warned to prepare for driving abroad this Easter
As the great Easter escape approaches, Saga is reminding drivers to ensure they are fully covered on their insurance if they plan to drive abroad this bank holiday weekend.
Saga cautions drivers to hide car keys when in the house
Over 50s expert, Saga Motor Insurance, has sounded a warning to the nation’s drivers after their research revealed that one in ten car owners still keep their car keys on a key rack visible from outside the house, making them an open target for thieves.
Eco-friendly car insurance leaves less green in your pocket
Motorists trying to do their bit for the environment are being stung by expensive green policies, according to new research.
Sainsbury’s offers 10% online discount on new car insurance policies
Sainsbury’s Bank is offering new customers, who apply online for its comprehensive car insurance, a 10% discount on their premium.
LV= launches TV advertising campaign for car insurance
LV=, insurer of over half a million British motorists, has launched its first ever TV advertising campaign for car insurance entitled: “You’ll love LV”.
Car park prang more likely than motorway crash
British drivers are six times more likely to crash their car on a road close to home than on a motorway.
Young driver road deaths could mean next generation is uninsurable
A whole generation could become uninsurable if nothing is done to halt the number of young motorists killed or seriously injured on UK roads which could add to the UK’s uninsured driving problem, Co-operative Insurance (CIS) warned today (19th March).
Drivers would resort to fraud to avoid jeopardising insurance claim
A hardcore of 2.5 million British motorists would commit fraud to avoid jeopardising their insurance claim, according to research.
British motorists don’t trust friends or family behind their wheel
Most Brits (68 per cent) don’t trust their nearest and dearest to drive their cars, according to research from car insurer Liverpool Victoria. Mums and best friends fared worst, being the least trusted. The top reasons given were perceived inexperience, speeding and nerves when driving.
Sainsbury’s offers up to £100 cash back on car insurance policies
Sainsbury’s Bank is offering new customers who apply by telephone for fully comprehensive car insurance policies 10% of their premium (up to £100) in cash back.
Heading into your golden years on a Harley
It’s official…the days of Hell’s Angels and leather clad bikers are numbered and in their place is a new breed of biker - chicks who are more silver surfer than busty blonde. An AA Insurance survey shows that more than a than a fifth of all female motorcyclists in the UK are of retirement age.
Direct debit can cost motorists average £180 each
Drivers aiming to east the pain of record motor insurance premiums by switching to monthly direct debit risk paying as much as £182 for the privilege, analysis by MoneyExpert.com shows.