🚨 Premier Insurance Enters Administration – What It Means for Drivers
This week, Premier Insurance Company Limited entered administration, leaving thousands of UK motorists unsure about their car insurance cover. Many drivers are discovering that their policies, often purchased through comparison websites, were underwritten by offshore insurers. These platforms tend to prioritise price over protection, and when an insurer fails, claims can be delayed, reduced, or […]
Drivers who pick up their phone are twice as likely to crash than drink drivers
Despite it being an offence in the UK, in 2021, 1% of UK drivers were spotted using their mobiles on weekdays while on the road and it’s likely that the true figures are significantly higher. We take a look at the stats surrounding drivers who use their mobiles while operating a vehicle. Who are the […]
Which new car models are least susceptible to keyless theft?
Just purchased a 2022 brand-new car? Even though it comes with all the bells and whistles you would expect of a newer model, it might not be as secure from break-ins as you would expect. The Relay AttackIn response to a new criminal technique of exploiting cars with keyless systems, in 2019, Thatcham Research launched […]
Has the cost of Car Insurance risen in your area?
Overall, the cost of Car Insurance has fallen by 16% for 2022 but in some areas, it continues to rise. In 2022, the cost of Car Insurance has experienced the steepest fall in seven years. According to the Car Insurance Price Index, the average cover now costs £514. This downward trend has continued for some […]
New Motor Breakdown Cover – Just £58 A Year
We’ve now brought a brand new motor breakdown policy to our panel. The policy is ‘best in class’, and gives you all the following: For any age car, small van (up to 3.5 tonnes) or motorcycle. POLICY BENEFITS & FEATURES. 5 Defaqto Rated Policy. – ZERO Excess. – 24/7 Roadside Assistance. – National Recovery. – […]
The Highway Code Changes For Drivers
The Department for Transport have announced a raft of changes to the Highway Code, including the introduction of the ‘Dutch Reach’ and the Hierarchy of Road Users, which came in to effect from 29th Jan 2022. The changes are designed to enhance safety for all road-users, particularly those most vulnerable, as the Government continues the […]
JCB Insurance Added To Broker Panel
We are pleased to announce we have added JCB Insurance to our panel of public liability and tradesman plant insurers. JCB have tailored insurance policies geared up for groundworkers, plant hire companies, civil engineering and utilities contractors, and the general building trade. Covers available include public and employers liability, own plant, hired in plant, contract […]
Driving in the EU in 2021? Then you need a Green Card!
While the Coronavirus pandemic has dominated much of the headlines of 2020, as the end of the year is fast approaching, another major event that should be on our minds now is Brexit. While the UK has been part of the EU, drivers have benefited from being part of the Green Card Free Zone, meaning […]
Could this be the end of the insurance ‘loyalty penalty’?
When it comes to a wide range of services on the consumer market, loyalty is undervalued. Customers may find that if they stick with the same company year-on-year, they will end up getting charged a lot more than someone who frequently switches. In fact, Citizen’s Advice found that loyal customers across essential markets could be […]
MOT Expiry Date Extensions: Ensuring Your Vehicle Is Safe To Drive
Due to the latest rules around social distancing, the government has taken steps to protect both drivers and motor traders by extending all MOTs due from March 30 by six months. During this period, you will still be able to legally drive your vehicle if reasonable measures are taken to keep it in a roadworthy […]