Motorists would buy car insurance even if it was not law, a survey has found.

The survey carried out by motorinsurance.co.uk found that 98% of the 500 respondents would continue to buy motor insurance.

Most respondents would prefer to buy insurance over the telephone, the survey found.

It also said more than a quarter of people investigate car insurance policies online before reverting to the phone to complete the deal, and 19% buy directly off the internet.

The survey found that those who brought insurance online did not always find it a hassle-free experience. Nearly half described the process as “annoying or difficult”.

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

Topics