Recent figures released show that prices have increased by 5% compared to last year, the main group that has ended up paying considerably more is drivers aged between 40 and 50 who have seen their prices rise by 7%. The average premium for British motorists is now £497.26; however the under-25’s have to pay over double this figure and charged an average of £1,255.
Finding cheap car insurance is still attainable despite the increase. One of the best ways to find a better deal is by not being too loyal; customers often accept the renewal quote from the current provider without looking for alternatives. A well known insurer recently showed that Brits were wasting an astonishing £1.9 billion by remaining with their original provider.
Couples can also get a better deal; a joint policy can save a couple around £100. Changing your car plays an important role in the calculating of your motor insurance . All cars are given a rating of 1-20 depending on the cost to repair, the power and the security features. Obviously, a car with a rating of 20 will have a higher premium than a car with a rating of 1. One more thing, although you don’t want to leave yourself short, don’t throw your money away on extras that you probably will never need.
Whatever deal you find, the increases have made shopping around and comparing various car insurance deals even more important. Shopping online enables customers to find the best deals around and is the easiest and most efficient way of finding the most comprehensive offers. There are ways to reduce the cost of your insurance and in today’s financial climate, taking advice can save you hundreds of pounds.
