Why is my named driver's 'incident' affecting my premium?

I arranged insurance with LV for my new car. I asked for two named drivers to be added. Was asked if they had any claims or convictions, and the answer was no. However, there was an 'incident' sustained...

Why has my car insurance premium suddenly increased?

My reputable insurance company recently increased my premium by 11 per cent, without explanation, to £744 with a £350 excess. I have a clean licence and 60 per cent NCD so I approached an equally reputable...

No fault accident - will my premium still rise?

I was involved in an accident earlier this year in which I was hit from behind whilst stationery. My car was written off and the third party has admitted full liability. Will this be recorded on my records...

Where can a 17-year-old find affordable car insurance?

My 17-year-old grandson is taking his driving test soon. He will be driving a 2004 Fiat Punto 1.2-litre model. The problem is insurance. Even being added to his parents' insurance policy results in a quoted...

Brochure-option modifications can affect insurance - why?

I recently renewed my annual car insurance, paying £280 for comprehensive cover on a 3-year-old Skoda Octavia vRS. Some time afterwards I rang to advise of a change of car to a nearly new vRS and was quoted...

Winter wheels and tyres and increased insurance premiums

I currently own an Audi A6 with 235 35 R19 summer tyres on. I decided to change them to a 225 50 R17 winter/all season tyres. On informing my insurance company (Esure), they are asking me to pay an additional...

Can I recommend that your readers fit in-car cameras in case of accidents?

In two recent issues you invited recommendations of car camera systems that run on a “loop” and can record the build up to crashes. As a result of suffering two crashes on local mini roundabouts where...

Where can I get a Collision Damage Waiver for a hire car in New Zealand?

My wife and I will be hiring a car for thirty days in New Zealand next February. Please can you inform me of reputable insurers who provide a Collision Damage Waiver for a reasonable sum?

Are 'credit hire' cars risky?

My car insurance is due for renewal in two weeks and my current insurer has offered a renewal at £235, which represents a 17 per cent increase. Is this normal or should I seek alternatives? Secondly,...

Can you do a feature with information specifically for younger drivers?

As many of your readers will be grand/parents of teenage drivers, would it be worth doing a feature on: tips for teenage drivers, how to find/what to look out for in a good teacher, costs/procedures involved...