Drivers who fail to update the photograph on their drivers licence could be hit with a maximum fine of £1,000 as photos on the new style licences must be renewed every 10 years by law, however a study by a car insurance provider has found there is widespread uncertainty amongst drivers with regard to this condition…. Read More http://bit.ly/A60elP
Zurich has become the first insurance provider to launch a smartphone application for home and car insurance combined. A number of insurers have introduced apps for either car or home cover, but Zurich are the first in the market to offer the two elements side by side…. Read More http://bit.ly/u8nems
This weekend is the most dangerous time to be on the road, according to one car insurance provider, which warns that 17 and 18 December are historically the two most dangerous dates for accidents. Admiral analysed data from more than two million accidents recorded over the past 18 years before releasing the report, which also revealed that Friday is the most dangerous day of the week to drive, with Sunday being the safest….. Read More http://bit.ly/ruoLv8
In a shock result that some people may not agree with, The Pogues’ song Fairytale of New York has been crowned top of the tree in the latest survey into Britain’s favourite Christmas driving songs. Controversially, hits like All I want for Christmas and Last Christmas don’t even make the top five in the poll of 3,000 drivers conducted by Co-operative Motor Insurance…. Read More http://bit.ly/t1dAsF
Ask the Tiger is the name of the new interactive FAQ feature offered via the independent car insurance price comparison site’s social media page. Fans of the company on Facebook will be able to post their questions and get a response within 24 hours…. Read More http://bit.ly/te7fOi
The importance of Car Insurance can be determined from the fact that it has been made mandatory by constitution of few countries. Insurance stands with you in bad time, and help you meet your expenses in times of accident, mishap or theft…. Read More http://bit.ly/tuWemG
As temperatures plummet around the UK it is essential that drivers prepare their cars for the winter months, otherwise they could end up spending a lot more money repairing cold weather damage after the festive period. Experts are predicting sub-zero temperatures and heavy snowfall over the winter, none of which do your car any good…. Read More http://bit.ly/ryLqhB
Car insurance provider, Admiral, saw their share price fall this week by 30% after issuing a warning that they are likely to see a dip in profits after being hit by a higher than average level of personal injury claims of late.The recent ban on referral fees introduced by the government in an attempt to bring an end to the compensation culture in the UK has had a negative effect on many insurance companies, including Admiral…Read More http://bit.ly/u5QhGO
The recent ban on referral fees introduced by the government in an attempt to bring an end to the compensation culture in the UK has had a negative effect on many insurance companies, including Admiral. The dip in profits is reported to be linked to the amount of revenue referral fees bring in for the Wales based insurance company, and since these have now been scrapped, the effect is being felt in Admiral’s squeezed profit margin….Read More http://bit.ly/u5QhGO
Many drivers are failing to prepare for winter travel by forgetting to pack essential items when heading out on the road in the cold weather, that’s according to a recent study by Manheim Auctions. According to the poll, only 33% of drivers preparing for a long drive during the winter, remember to pack warm clothing ahead… Read More http://bit.ly/tbq188
With increasing awareness about climate change and global warming, many car manufacturer companies have started producing cars with green technology that help in minimising the quantity of carbon dioxide released by the engine of vehicle…Read More http://bit.ly/sxhtfH
In new research conducted by consumer watchdog, Which? it was revealed that 8 out of 12 of the leading car insurance providers questioned as part of the study charge couples less for their annual car insurance premiums, compared to single or divorced people. In some cases, the difference in the cost an annual car insurance premium could be as much as a quarter, all through a change in the marital status of the policyholder…Read More http://bit.ly/tUCPxd
In the government’s attempt to stamp out uninsured drivers, rules for car insurance have now become a lot stricter. Drivers will now have to declare that their car is off road if they do not want to pay car insurance. Prior to this drivers had to be caught on the road driving with no insurance before prosecution was initiated….Read More http://bit.ly/p6bV2X
Car insurance is a legal requisite for every motorist driving the vehicle. Motorists are not allowed to drive if not covered with car insurance or when the insurance is expired. On survey, it was found that many UK drivers are uninsured as they are not aware about what kind of insurance suits their interest and how to find the best insurance provider….Read More http://bit.ly/ojtk2m
A survey done by a car insurance comparison website has revealed startling information about motorists in the UK. A staggering 57% say that they cannot change a car tyre while 47% say that they cannot even find the jack, and the fact that they don’t even know how to properly operate it. While a staggering 72% of motorists admitted that they do not know how to check their brake fluid levels and another 69% admitted that they have no idea on how to check the engine coolant…..Read More http://bit.ly/nU1rpk