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Motoring Costs – Save Money on Breakdown Cover
Feb 15th
Motoring Costs – Save Money on Breakdown Cover
The cost of motoring has risen yet again over the past three months according to the latest research out this week, placing even greater pressures on UK motorists to shop around for breakdown cover and car insurance.
In a study carried out by one of the main consumer finance companies it now costs, on average, £2,539 a year to run a car, up a massive £439 from 2007.
Much of that rise has been put down to rising fuel and insurance costs and it is prompting more drivers than ever before to start shopping around for better prices.
Rescue My Car spokesman Craig Astbury says the company has experienced a ‘sharp rise’ in enquiries for its breakdown cover packages to help offset driver’s other costs.
“There is little doubt that the rising cost of motoring is forcing people to open their eyes and look around at what else is on offer and Rescue My Car’s cheap breakdown cover prices are certainly gaining some interest.”
Car insurance premiums and fuel prices were found to have risen by 11% and 10% respectively over the last five months, while tax went up by 3.4%.
Rescue My Car has managed to keep the cost of its breakdown cover packages down, however, bucking the trend and with 70% of all customers’ cars fixed at the roadside and an average response time of just 40 minutes many are taking out policies.
“We have seen an uplift in breakdown cover policy numbers,” Mr Astbury went on. “We believe a lot of that is down to the value they offer compared to similar policies.
Toby Holmes
Article from articlesbase.com
Almost 5 Million Drivers Considering Two-wheels to Save Money on Car Insurance
Nov 9th
London, London (PRWEB) May 31, 2009
Drivers happy to switch to a moped or motorcycle cite the cost benefits like cheap car insurance as the main reason for ditching their cars, with almost a third (31 per cent) attracted by fuel efficiency. A further 27 per cent of drivers simply believe it would be easier to get around. This two-wheeled trend can already be seen by the year-on-year increase in moped registrations, while the car industry continues its decline.**
Twice as many men said they would switch to two wheels, joining the 24 per cent increase in the number of moped or motorbike riders on the roads this spring. Post Office advises all of those taking up two wheels to check that they are also saving on their car insurance premium by looking around for competitive car insurance policy cover.****
Not only can drivers expect to halve their fuel consumption in miles per gallon on a moped or lightweight motorcycle, but they can also benefit from road tax starting from as little as £15 per year, free parking in the majority of the UK, no congestion charge and cheap car insurance premiums.
Post Office head of general insurance Richard Pennant-Jones said: “At a time when many people are stretched financially, switching from four wheels to two is one way to save money. Using mopeds or motorcycles over the spring and summer can help reduce day-to-day transport and running costs, including insurance which could be significantly cheaper for motorcycles and mopeds than cars. We advise people to shop around and look for deals which offer them something extra – Post Office Motorcycle and Car Insurance offers a number of policy benefits, including one month completely free.”
To meet the increased demand for two-wheeled transport, Post Office Motorcycle and Car Insurance offers customers great value for money car insurance quotes with a host of added benefits, including the option to insure up to four bikes on the same policy (available by phone only) and up to £500 cover for accessories per bike. And for a limited time it is also offering new customers annual motorcycle insurance with one month free.*****
Post Office Motorcycle and Car Insurance is easy to apply for. Simply visit www.postoffice.co.uk, call 0800 158 2177 or pop into your nearest Post Office branch and pick up a leaflet.
Issued by Post Office Ltd:
0207 250 2468
148 Old Street
London
EC1V 9HQ
www.postoffice.co.uk
Notes to Editors
*All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2,060 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between 3rd – 6th April 2009. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all GB adults (aged 18+)
According to the DVLA, there were 36,726,464 full UK driving license holders in the UK. The current research found that 13 per cent of adults with full UK driving licenses would consider using a motorbike or moped to save money. This has been taken as 4.8 million drivers.
** Source: Motorcycle Industry Association 2008 Pocket Guide
*** Research shows 18 per cent of men would consider two-wheels compared to just 8 per cent of women
**** Source: Department for Transport. Compendium of Motorcycling Statistics: 2008 Edition
***** Offer applies to all new Post Office Motorcycle Insurance customers only; offer starts on 1 February 2009 and ends 30 July 2009.
Post Office Motorcycle Insurance is underwritten from a panel of insurers and arranged by Devitt Insurance Limited. It offers the following benefits:
1 month free with any new 12 month policy – limited period only
Payment by cash, cheque, postal order or direct debit
Roadside recovery where damage is covered by the policy
Up to £500 cover for accessories
Full cover for up to 90 days when travelling abroad within the EU
nsure up to four motorcycles on the same policy – available offline only
Discounts available for claim-free riding, advanced training, secure overnight garaging, female riders, limited mileage and approved security systems
Legal expenses insurance and personal accident cover available (optional)
Ability to purchase Green Flag breakdown cover – available offline only.
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What is wrong with my car?
Oct 13th
I have a 1994 Vauxhall Astra 1.4ltr injection Automatic. It has had two lady owners before I purchased it and only had 63,000 miles in the clock. It had not done any motorway driving before I had it as the two previous owners never had need to drive on the motorway. However I do alot of motorway driving and this greatly increases the amount of fuel I go through as to get my car up to speed of 70mph I have to put it into sports mode which greatly increases the revs but it does get it to the speed I need otherwise my car would be quite happy to chug along at 50mph. When I am on the motorway I have to keep my foot pretty much to the floor to keep it at a constant speed of 70mph. I do not have kick back like most automatics have as I have noticed there is a restrictor under the gas peddle to stop you from flooring it. My car is not very efficient on speed or fuel I have replaced the spark plugs, put some special fluid into it that cleans the components as it runs, its similar to red ex but it is specifically for injection engines. I dont know what else I can do to try to fine tune it and get it to run as it should do.
When I am on the motorway or if I have had my foot pushed down on the peddle for a while I will suddenly get a scrapping noise of metal rubbing on something, easing off the gas does not help it sometimes makes it worse, to get it to stop I have to decrease my speed and let it cure itself. Which it always does but one day I am afraid it is going to break down on me, and I will be stuck in the middle of nowhere as I do not have breakdown cover. When this scrapping noise occurs I hear it first then I feel it in the gas peddle.
I hope this is nothing too serious as I really dont have the money to fix anything major. Was going to take it to a garage but would not have a clue what to say or what they would do for that matter? Also money is scarce so any useful advice you may be able to give me would be greatly appreciated.
I am in the United Kingdom by the way in case that helps. Thanks in advance
Should I sell my Corsa or not?
Sep 23rd
Hello all
Bought my first car a 1994 Corsa for £430 3 weeks ago, brokedown 3 times, I thought it was battery but turns out it was cam belt that had caused damage to engine pistons/valves that are now bent and need replacing at a cost of £350 as well as the cam belt at £125! Now, considering I am still paying £67 a month for insurance and breakdown cover, should I cut my losses and just sell it for cheap to a mechanic who may be interested, or should I fork out the money and hope the car is worth it??? Now, I know the car was dirt cheap, but it was all I could afford at the time and YES i should have taken a mechanic with me, but all these lessons I have learnt, so please no lectures or rude comments! I just dont know what to do? Ps, have been told these cars last a long time, although it 13 years old already.
Thanks in advance for your replies.
Thanks guys
Should I sell my Corsa or not?
Oct 2nd
Posted by admin in Compare Breakdown Cover
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Hello all
Bought my first car a 1994 Corsa for £430 3 weeks ago, brokedown 3 times, I thought it was battery but turns out it was cam belt that had caused damage to engine pistons/valves that are now bent and need replacing at a cost of £350 as well as the cam belt at £125! Now, considering I am still paying £67 a month for insurance and breakdown cover, should I cut my losses and just sell it for cheap to a mechanic who may be interested, or should I fork out the money and hope the car is worth it??? Now, I know the car was dirt cheap, but it was all I could afford at the time and YES i should have taken a mechanic with me, but all these lessons I have learnt, so please no lectures or rude comments! I just dont know what to do? Ps, have been told these cars last a long time, although it 13 years old already.
Thanks in advance for your replies.
Thanks for your responses but even now the responses are about 50/50!!!!!!! Might just pull it out of a hat.