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Car insurance guides

Our guides cover a range of subjects that will help you understand how car insurance works, how to choose your policy excess, when you can claim and what is required of you legally to stay insured.

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How to insure yourself to drive someone else's car

If you want to drive a car you do not own, you will still need cover in place. Here is how to make sure you are insured to drive someone else's car.

When does your car need a SORN?

If you have a car you do not drive, you cannot leave it off the road without either insuring it or applying for a SORN. Here is what you need to know about declaring your car off the road.

What car insurance cover should you get?

You need a car insurance policy to drive on the roads, but you can choose the level of cover you get. Here is how to work out what cover is right for you.

Which car insurance extras are worth having?

You can pay extra for more features on your car insurance policy to tailor it to your needs, but are all worth the cost? Here is what you need to know to get a personalised level of cover.

Do you need legal cover?

Your car insurance policy will cover you against most costs, but what if you need to go to court following an accident? Legal cover could help - here is everything you need to know.

Do you need car insurance when you learn to drive?

Before you start learning to drive you will need to make sure you are covered when you practice on the roads. Here is what you need to know.

10 easy ways to cut your car insurance costs

Your car insurance is something you have to pay for, but there are plenty of things you can do to reduce your bill. Here are 10 top tips to cut the cost of your car insurance premiums.

How does a no claims bonus save you money?

Having a no claims bonus is one of the best ways to keep the cost of your car insurance as low as possible, but what is it, and how does it work? Here is how your no claims will save you money.

How does car insurance excess work?

When you claim on your car insurance you still need to pay towards the damage as well, this is called your excess. Here is everything you need to know about car insurance excess.

How to afford car insurance as a new driver

Passing your driving test is a great reason to celebrate, but before you hit the road you need ensure you are insured to legally drive. As inexperienced drivers are often charged high premiums, it pays to do your research before you buy a policy.

How to manage your car insurance policy

Once you have car insurance you are financially protected when you drive on the roads, but to keep your cover in place you need to keep it up to date. Here is how:

What is car insurance?

We all need car insurance to drive, but with so much choice finding the right cover can be tricky. Understanding the basics is vital to finding the best policy.