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www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
Cars

Why Is Car Insurance So Expensive?

Car insurance prices have risen sharply due to various factors, impacting inflation rates and potentially keeping interest rates higher. [ more ]
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London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
Cars

Car insurance costs are up 43% for pensioners

UK regions with highest car insurance premiums for drivers over 65, surge by 43% in a year. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Cars

Auto Insurance Spike Hampers the Inflation Fight

Job, wage, and business growth remain strong, while inflation has decreased. However, consumer sentiment is still negative due to rising prices like car insurance. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Canada news

Car insurance costs to rise in 2024 thanks to inflation, rampant auto thefts: report | CBC News

Car insurance premiums are expected to continue rising in 2024.
The increase in premiums is driven by inflation, rampant auto theft, and the need for more funds to cover higher claim payouts. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Average car insurance cost in UK soars to record high

The average cost of car insurance in the UK has reached a record high of nearly £1,000, with premiums increasing by 58% in a year.
Premiums have risen by 19% in the most recent quarter alone, with the worst affected being those living in inner London, Manchester, Merseyside, and the West Midlands. [ more ]
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London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago
Cars

Motorists are unaware their no claims discount could be invalid

Incorrect details can void car insurance policies, potentially invalidating no claims discount and leading to higher premiums. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
Cars

Teenager's new driver premiums hit 3,000

Teenage learner drivers are facing significant increases in car insurance premiums, with 17 year-olds paying up to 77% more this year. [ more ]
www.theargus.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Cars

This little known dash cam mistake could be invalidating your car insurance

Drivers with hard-wired dash cams should notify insurers to avoid invalidating insurance. [ more ]
Irish Independent
1 month ago
Cars

Auto advice: Are electric cars cheaper to fuel than a petrol or diesel car?

Charging at home is the cheapest way to fuel an electric car.
Total cost of ownership includes purchase price, charging, taxes, insurance, and maintenance. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Cars

Insurance Costs Are Pushing Up Overall Inflation

Rising insurance costs are contributing to inflation.
Car insurance and medical care insurance are notable drivers of inflation. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago
Cars

A muddy numberplate could cost you a 1,000 fine this winter

Motorists are being warned to follow driving advice during heavy rain or risk facing costly penalties.
Car insurance comparison firm Quotezone.co.uk has revealed seven ways drivers can avoid making costly winter driving mistakes. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Martin Lewis warns of ridiculous rule' which could double your car insurance

Insurance companies base renewal prices on actuarial risk, penalizing last-minute renewals.
Renewing car insurance 23 days before expiry can save over 500 compared to the average renewal cost. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Young drivers could risk fraud for cheaper car insurance, industry warns

A quarter of young people would lie on car insurance applications to get cheaper policies
Fronting, which is fraudulent, is where someone is added to a policy as a named driver when they should have one of their own, in order to save money. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Tech industry

Automakers Are Sharing Consumers' Driving Behavior With Insurance Companies

Insurer's Use of Driving Data for Insurance Premiums
Consumer Disclosure Rights under Fair Credit Reporting Act [ more ]
Independent
5 months ago
Cars

Your personal finance questions: I am working part-time and never joined the company pension scheme. Am I able to?

You should call your insurer or broker to inform them of your new car.
Ask your insurer if you need temporary or immediate coverage for the new car. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 months ago
Business intelligence

Many drivers are struggling to pay for car insurance as policy prices soar by an average of 46%

Over a quarter of drivers in the UK struggle to afford car insurance due to rising costs.
Young drivers are the most affected, with over half of those under 25 unable to afford insurance.
Almost a quarter of drivers are considering pay-as-you-drive policies to mitigate rising costs. [ more ]
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