News Archive
News articles - April 2012
Widespread vehicle damage across the UK is expected due to the heavy amounts of rain and strong wind. As a result many young driver insurance providers could be looking at an increase in claims.
A new report by the Transport Select Committee (TSC), looking into the price of young drivers car insurance has received a welcome response from the UK Government.
New research by the Journal of the Human and Ergonomics Society suggests that using an iPod whilst driving is riskier than listening to the radio.
New research by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has suggested that air pollution from vehicles causes more deaths per year than road accidents.
New research by Leeds University suggests that eating whilst driving is as risky as using a mobile phone.
Fuel sales over Easter saw a drop of almost a third compared to the same time last year, according to the Retail Motor Industry (RMI).
A recent study by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has suggested that over 50% of motorists are against Government plans to increase fines for driving offences.
The condition of British car insurance holder's vehicles could be affected by the poorly maintained roads around the UK, suggests a new report.
The Donnington Historic Festival is to enjoy a visit from motoring legend, Sir Stirling Moss.
In the run up to the 2012 Olympic Games, over 1,500 London Olympic 2012 themed licence plates are set to be sold off to car insurance holders at auction.
A car said to have been driven by Ayrton Senna, one of the greatest motorsport heroes of all time is due to be auctioned by Silverstone Auctions on May 16th.
A recent report by the Canadian Medical Association has indicated that older drivers are more likely to die in an accident due to the reduced likelihood of surviving a serious injury, not due to the fact that they are dangerous motorists.
A survey undertaken by YouGov SixthSense has indicated that the vast majority of British car insurance holders do not believe that electric cars are a long term solution for sustainable transport.
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) are urging drivers to make sure they make full use of their mirrors whilst driving, especially when undertaking manoeuvres on the road to help avoid accidents and reduce the number of car insurance claims.
Google has proceeded with tests on its self-driving cars by giving blind motorists the opportunity to get behind the wheel – meaning that car insurance for blind drivers could be only a few years away.