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Cheap Car Insurance Could Soon Be A Thing Of The Past With Millions Of Motorists Tired At The Wheel
Cheap Car Insurance Could Soon Be A Thing Of The Past With Millions Of Motorists Tired At The Wheel
Cheap car insurance can be found by going with an online specialist broker and allowing them to search the marketplace on your behalf, however cheap insurance could soon be a thing of the past after a startling survey recently conducted revealed that millions of drivers are risking having to claim on their insurance because of an accident caused by them falling asleep behind the wheel of their car.
In September 2007 one of the leading breakdown services together with road safety charity Brake announced that over 2 million motorists are thought to nod off whilst being behind the wheel. Many of the motorists asked admitted that they relied on infective methods to help them keep awake while making long journeys. A startling 78% of those questioned relied on cracking the widow of their car open to let some air in or listening to music as aids to keep the awake rather than pulling over and taking a short nap.
Good advice to follow when making a long car journey is to get a good nights sleep the night before, be aware of the dangers that just nodding off or dozing for even a second can have on not only you but also other drivers and to take a break every couple of hours and if needed pull over and take a quick nap.
Claims on car insurance are one of the things that can put the cost of car insurance up, if these results are true then millions are risking suffering an accident due to falling asleep at the wheel which could see premiums for cheap car insurance rise drastically. If you want the best deal on your insurance then there are many things you can do besides making sure you do not asleep, making sure you have fitted car alarms, have your windows etched, installing steering wheel locks and parking in a garage instead of on the street are just some of the ways.
The specialist broker will be able to gain access to the top UK insurance providers which mean that you can ensure that they will be able to find you cheap car insurance while at the same time giving you advice by way of hints and tips on reducing your insurance. Almost all specialist brokers will have a FAQ page which will clearly explain the types of car insurance so you are able to determine which is most suitable for your needs, the three types are fully comprehensive, which is the most expensive of the three, third party fire and theft and third party only which is the cheapest insurance you can take out.
If in doubt then take the advice that a specialist can give regarding which type would be most suitable and always read the small print of any insurance policy you are considering before buying. The small print will tell you how much the cover will cost in total, what is included in your insurance policy and what the premiums will be each month if you choose to pay for it in instalments.
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Whether you are new to the insurance world, wanting to combine your policies, or shopping for better rates or coverage, you probably have some questions. Here you will find lots of helpful information that will make it fast and easy to learn more about the often confusing world of insurance.
If you are looking to purchase an insurance policy, the internet can be the most effective tool out there. Insurance companies compete with each other for clients, and they know the internet can provide instant bid quotes from many insurers at once. They have every incentive to keep their prices competitive to attract your interest.
To find the right insurance policy you will need to know what you want first. It is impossible to compare what different companies offer you if you enter different criteria each time you submit for a quote. The best way to compare rates is to apply all at once with the same set of criteria.
Learn how different insurance sellers work so you can understand their selling methods. Commission-only planners and insurance agents only make money when you buy their products. Fee based planners charge you a fee for their assistance and receive a commission on the products you buy. A fee-only planner will charge you for their advice but they do not sell products directly.
Stay with your current insurance carrier unless a competitor offers a significantly lower premium or better benefits. Often, stability with a single company leads to better rates over time and an increased likelihood that a few claims will not cause the carrier to non-renew your policy. Also, many insurance carriers consider the amount of time you spent with a prior carrier in their rating structure so jumping around may actually cost more in the long run.
Filling out an application for an insurance policy online and/or receiving an insurance quote does not mean you are covered so you must still pay all premiums do on your current insurance. You must continue to do that until you get a certificate of insurance from your new insurance company.
When purchasing an insurance policy of any kind, do try to pay the premium on an annual basis. While the smaller monthly payment option may be easier to budget for, many insurance companies charge an additional fee for this convenience and add it to your premium. This fee can add an additional 10 to 15% to your annual cost.
Ask questions you feel should be answered. If you aren’t asking the questions you think should be answered, you aren’t really getting the help you need. You could end up getting into a policy that isn’t appropriate to meet your needs, or one that has coverage that isn’t needed by your or your family.
The information you learned should give you the confidence so that you will be able to go out and make the right choice for your insurance needs. Now you should better be able to understand coverage, find affordable rates, keep your family safe, and be prepared for any losses that may occur.