Van insurance premiums settle after sharp falls
Van insurance premiums have come down by nearly 10% in a year, according to Defaqto’s latest Quarterly Van Insurance Price Index. Meanwhile, prices are now about 18% lower than they […]
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UK’s top motor fraud hotspots revealed by IFB
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has analysed more than 3.3 million vehicle claims to identify the UK’s top motor fraud hotspots. Common frauds include crash for cash scams, identity theft, and […]
Ghost broking on the rise, warns FCA
The Financial Conduct Authority has reporting rising ghost broking instances and warned against the risks of buying car insurance through social media. Its research has revealed that half of drivers […]
Drivers reducing motor insurance cover to cut costs
New analysis has revealed that 15% UK drivers have cut back on motor insurance cover in the past two years. Based on data from the Office for National Statistics and […]
Stephen Long appointed COO at Covéa Insurance
Covéa Insurance has appointed Stephen Long as chief operating officer. Long joined the company 25 years ago as a graduate trainee and has subsequently held a wide range of roles […]
Motor premiums stable despite rising repair costs
Average motor premiums remained stable in the first three months of the year, despite a rise in claims costs. According to the Association of British Insurers, average motor insurance premiums […]
Covéa Insurance strengthens Personal Lines leadership team
In a move to strengthen its Personal Lines team, Covéa Insurance has appointed Jamie McCann as head of Personal Lines. McCann, with 28 years’ experience in the insurance industry, will […]
Motor insurance prices stubbornly high in Northern Ireland
Motor insurance prices in Northern Ireland fell just £2 in the last quarter compared to decreases of £50 in the West Midlands and £30 in London. According to new data […]
Young drivers unaware insurance is compulsory – MIB
The Motor Insurers’ Bureau has revealed that 25% of young drivers do not realise that motor insurance is a legal requirement. It has launched Operation Drive Insured to raise awareness […]
MIB tackles uninsured driving with new police vehicle
The Motor Insurers’ Bureau is supplying police forces in the UK with a new vehicle to help tackle uninsured driving. The dual-branded vehicle is fitted with in‑built Automatic Number Plate […]
Motor Insurance Transparency Code launched in Ireland
The Irish government has launched the Motor Insurance Transparency Code to compel insurers to explain premium increases. The voluntary code is intended to improve transparency in motor insurance through the […]
Motor insurance purchases more likely with AI
New research has revealed that consumers are more likely to complete motor insurance purchases if their decision is backed by AI technology. According to Consumer Intelligence, 69% of respondents who […]