Motor – Page 4
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News AnalysisBriefing: Why getting back to basics is the only route forward for motor insurance
Customer trust and insurers’ financial performance has nosedived in recent years when it comes to the motor insurance market – both pricing and claims processes must be stripped back in order to drive improvements
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News AnalysisInsurance sector reacts as government weighs up mandatory testing for over 70s motorists
’We, as an insurer, welcome any measures that give us and our older customers assurance that they meet the required standards required to hold a driving license,’ says chief underwriting officer
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NewsMotor premiums drop in Q2 2025 despite billions of pounds spent on claims
’It’s encouraging to see motor premiums have fallen for a second consecutive quarter, offering some much-needed relief to drivers,’ says head
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NewsInsurance sector urges detail on liability in self-driving vehicle rollout
‘Until detailed legislation is in place, it is not possible for us to fully consider how insurance for self-driving vehicles will work in practice,’ says managing director
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NewsFraudster sentenced after fake classic car theft claims made to Aviva
’He deliberately targeted high-value vehicles to create the illusion of genuine thefts,’ says detective chief inspector
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NewsAcorn Group expects triple-digit growth in 2025 for short-term motor insurance policies
’The UK’s driving landscape, shaped by the rising cost of living and evolving lifestyles, is fuelling an unprecedented demand for flexible motor insurance,’ says industry expert
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News AnalysisIs it the end of the road for motor referral fees?
The FCA has raised concerns that referral fees in the motor market can drive up the lifecycle and cost of claims – however, market participants are tight-lipped about next steps for this model
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IT InterviewNimeshh Patel: Automotive brands want to work with businesses that have ‘intermediary layers’
Embedded insurance can act as a ’lubricant’ to support car manufacturer sales, notes chief executive
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NewsSpecialist leisure broker joins Noble Insurance portfolio
The acquired business ’has a highly impressive brand reputation and deep expertise in the caravan and leisure markets’, says co-founder
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NewsMGA launches motorhome Gap product with Financial and Legal
’We urge brokers to start selling this product again – which offers valuable protection that their clients have been missing,’ says business development manager
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NewsInvestor appetite for insurtech rises as Cuvva considers sale
‘The priority is to ensure we deliver the best value for our shareholders and Cuvva,’ says chief executive
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NewsMarket reacts to motor finance commission ruling as FCA confirms redress scheme consultation
‘This ruling could have implications for the insurance industry,’ says financial services partner
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NewsAlmost half of brokers say fleet operators are not adapting to electric vehicles – Direct Commercial
’Fleets aren’t resisting the sustainability agenda – they’re navigating practical challenges at different speeds,’ says deputy chief executive
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NewsLand Rover thefts substantially decline as new model becomes the target
’JLR deserve huge credit for security upgrades which are apparently highly effective in deterring the professional criminals who target new cars,’ says technical director of motor
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News AnalysisPet and travel insurance complaints rise amid regulatory scrutiny
In particular, claims journeys appear to be causing customer dissatisfaction, says market intelligence firm
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NewsUnawareness of crash for cash scams costing UK drivers
‘Crash-for-cash scams remain a serious threat to drivers across the UK, especially in cities like London,’ says head of customer care
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News AnalysisMarket responds to FCA clamp down on 'poor' practice in claims
’Transparency in claims handling is paramount, fostering trust and demonstrating a genuine commitment to customer well-being,’ says head
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NewsFCA taking action against firms after finding evidence of ‘poor’ handling of insurance claims
’Insurance provides peace of mind but people must be confident they can get a fair deal and be treated right when the worst happens,’ says deputy chief executive
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NewsAnd-e advances expertise in autonomous vehicle insurance
’The initiative underscores the positive impact that autonomous mobility will have on daily life,’ says chief executive
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NewsMIB pledges to end uninsured driving in new five-year plan
The MIB has also called on the fine to be quadrupled to £1,200
