Direct Line

Vans stolen every 46 minutes in Britain

Research by Direct Line van insurance has shown the extent of vehicle theft in Britain with vans stolen every 46 minutes last year – and only 39% ever recovered. The […]

MIB announces new chairman

The MIB has announced managing director of the LV=’s broker division Mike Crane as its new chairman, taking over from Direct Line Group’s Steve Maddock. He has been part of […]

Direct Line guarantees hire car cover

Motor insurance provider Direct Line has launched guaranteed car hire cover as a standard feature of its comprehensive car policy. All new and existing Direct Line customers are now entitled […]

Car buyers should put safety first

Brake, the road safety charity, is encouraging drivers – especially the young – to put safety first when it comes to buying a new vehicle. The call comes on the […]

Direct Line profits rise as claims decrease

Direct Line has reported a big increase in profits for the first half of 2015, after improved weather conditions led to fewer claims. The group said it saw lower costs […]

Arsonists cause £500k damage to bodyshop

Arsonists have caused an estimated half a million pounds worth of damage, after setting light to cars at a bodyshop in Heywood. Firefighters were called to the scene at the insurance […]