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We have an apartment in Spain. Rather than the expense of hiring a car each visit, we intend to take our UK car out to use for the four visits (each of one month) that we shall make during the year. We...
A friend’s daughter and her family were sitting in her car in a public car park when they were hit by a reversing vehicle. The lady driver said that she was extremely sorry and full of apologies and details...
I believe that your advice to L.C. of Trowbridge is seriously flawed. In insurance law a "material fact" is any factor that might cause the insurer to increase premium or restrict cover. Failure to advise...
I was recently hit on the rear nearside wheel of my Ford Mondeo. I notified my insurer, Lloyds TSB, who instructed me to contact Green Flag. The tow truck duly arrived after I had asked for the vehicle...
I need to replace my car. At the moment I drive an MG ZS but it's getting on a bit now, and is bigger than I need, so I want to get another one. I don't know much about cars so I would really appreciate...
What car is the cheapest to insure?
I have a 12-year-old Mazda MX-5 Limited Edition, one of only 300 made and in excellent condition. Value? It is currently insured with NFU with Protected No-Claims - renewal just received is £516.84. I...
I've just dropped off a rental car today and slightly scratched the rear bumper on a pillar in the pitch black car park. I was told initially that it'd cost 340euros. When I questioned this I was told...
I had a vehicle stolen in April which has subsequently been settled as non-recovered by my insurance company (esure). By a bizarre twist of fate I received a PCN for illegal parking today (offence dated...
I have sold my motor bike and I am not replacing it. As a matter of courtesy I informed my insurance company, Hastings Direct, so they would not issue a renewal notice. To my surprise they want a cancellation...