Car insurance news, Jul - Sep 2008

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Brits 'changing their driving habits'

30 September 2008

British motorists are changing their diving habits in order to cope with the spiralling cost of living, new research from uSwitch.com has revealed.

Birthdays 'could determine likelihood of insurance claims'

24 September 2008

The date on which a driver was born could determine how likely they are to have an accident or pick up a motoring conviction and hence claim on their car insurance, it has been claimed.

Motorists 'confused' by parking rules

23 September 2008

British motorists are becoming increasingly confused by parking rules, according to a new survey by the car insurance provide esure.

Car sharing Brits urged to check insurance policies

19 September 2008

Drivers who give their colleagues a lift to work should check the terms and conditions of their car insurance policies to make sure they are fully covered for all eventualities.

MIB 'determined' to crack down on uninsured drivers

17 September 2008

The Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB) has insisted it is "determined" to crack down drivers who continue to flout the law by driving without valid car insurance.

Motorists warned over catalytic converter thefts

15 September 2008

Motorists are being warned of an increase in cases of catalytic converter and fuel theft from parked cars, which is adding to the cost of car insurance policies.

One in four motorists 'not covered for flood damage'

11 September 2008

One in four motorists is uninsured against flood damage because they only have third party cover, uSwitch.com has warned.

Drivers 'should inform car insurance firms of modifications'

10 September 2008

Any modifications drivers make to their vehicles must be declared to their insurance company, Tesco Car Insurance has warned.

Uninsured drivers 'should face tougher penalties'

08 September 2008

People who drive without valid car insurance should face much tougher penalties, according to the insurance firm Direct Line.

British motorists risking speeding fines

03 September 2008

British motorists are putting their lives and car insurance premiums at risk by speeding on motorways, new research has shown.

Cost of motoring has soared

02 September 2008

The cost of motoring has outstripped the rate of inflation by 34% in the last ten years, according to new research uSwitch.com.

Young drivers urged to shop around for car insurance

01 September 2008

Young motorists could save over £150 if they shop around for cheaper car insurance deals, according to swiftcover.com.

Sainsbury's offering 2 months' free car insurance

29 August 2008

New customers signing up to Sainsbury's Car Insurance policies are being offered 12 months' worth of cover for the price of ten.

Shopping around 'the best way to cut car insurance costs'

28 August 2008

Shopping around is the best way to cut the cost of car insurance, according to a spokesperson from the Association of British Insurers.

Car insurance customers given motorway breakdown tips

26 August 2008

Car insurance customers are being urged to stay safe if they break down on the motorway hard shoulder.

Survey reveals UK's most bizarre car insurance claims

21 August 2008

A new survey by the insurance company Elephant.co.uk has shed light on the most bizarre claims made by car insurance customers in the UK.

Drink driving dangers 'should be considered year-round'

20 August 2008

People should be concerned about the dangers posed by drink drivers all year round, not just at the Christmas season, uSwitch.com has asserted.

Careless driving laws 'should cover uninsured drivers'

19 August 2008

New laws on careless driving should be extended to penalise those driving without a valid car insurance policy, Direct Line has claimed.

Motorists urged to check tyres

18 August 2008

Motorists are being urged to check the tread and pressure of their tyres to avoid putting their lives and car insurance premiums at risk.

Drink-driving 'can seriously impact car insurance premiums'

15 August 2008

A conviction for drink-driving could seriously impact a driver's car insurance premium, Norwich Union has warned.