Motor – Page 6
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News AnalysisMotor insurance switching reaches historic low – are GIPP rules finally making an impact?
Over three years on from the introduction of the FCA’s GIPP rules, their impact may seem underwhelming, but is the scrapping of the “loyalty penalty” finally starting to have an effect on consumer behaviour?
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NewsDozens of cars seized during clamp down on uninsured driving in Birmingham
’Uninsured driving is a serious problem as they are involved in a disproportionately high number of fatal road collisions,’ says councillor
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News AnalysisUKGI market returns to underwriting profit as expense management pays dividends
Market intelligence firm pinpoints the best performing business lines in UKGI, while warning that the ‘diverging fortunes’ between firms’ expense and loss ratios can make or break sustainable profitability
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NewsOIC portal savings ‘at risk’ as non-tariff personal injury claims surge past 50%
Data analytics firm warns that rising non-tariff personal injury claims following a road traffic accident could erode whiplash reform gains
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News AnalysisBriefing: Insurance sector has ability to steer road safety
Best practice for safer driving has been a focus following the government’s proposed road reforms in August 2025 – the potential impact of rule changes on claims means the industry simply cannot be a passenger in these conversations
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News AnalysisBriefing: Focus on 2026 key for motor insurers as next year could be ‘ugly’
Net combined ratios (NCRs) of 100% and 107% are forecast for the next two years respectively in the motor insurance market
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NewsInsurance documents still rival classic novels in length – Fairer Finance
‘Two years on from the introduction of Consumer Duty and many policy documents and T&Cs from across financial services are still far too complex and lengthy,’ says managing director
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NewsRange Rover fraud lands Somerset man in court
‘If you think you can deceive the police and your insurance company, think again. We will uncover the truth and when we do, the consequences can be severe,’ says detective constable
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NewsAdmiral partners with repair firm to begin accident centre rollout
‘Our customers will benefit from the combined strengths of both organisations at every stage of their repair journey,’ says head
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NewsCollision risk on roads close to Heathrow 240% above national average
‘Motorists heading to these airports face an elevated risk of a collision, which goes beyond the usual challenges of driving,’ says director
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NewsPrice comparison sites saw 11 new electric vehicle products added in last year
‘As BEVs become more mainstream, insurers are no longer treating them as niche risks,’ says chief executive
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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
