Insurance News - November 2006

08-11-2006  Aston Martin is coolest Bond car, says motor insurance firm

In the run-up to the release of new James Bond movie Casino Royale, the Aston Martin DB5 has topped a poll of the coolest cars used by the eponymous spy.The ...View Full Details

08-11-2006  Owners urged to take out household insurance

Those living in coastal areas are being advised to ensure they have adequate buildings and home contents insurance following new findings.According to a report from the Association of British Insurers ...View Full Details

08-11-2006  Rides for sale on 'the limousine of motorbikes'

A north-west biker is to offer rides around the countryside on his Honda Goldwing 1800cc, a model he has labelled "the limousine among the motorbikes".For those with an hour to ...View Full Details

07-11-2006  Younger drivers could cut car insurance price

A scheme which aims to discourage drivers aged 18 to 25 taking to the roads at night could offer up to a 40 per cent discount on car insurance policies.It ...View Full Details

07-11-2006  Check your cover during Road Safety Week

November 6th saw the start of Road Safety Week and motorists could benefit from checking their bike or car insurance to ensure they are covered adequately.Running until November 12th, Road ...View Full Details

07-11-2006  Biker show is a classic

There was much to see this weekend at the 17th Malvern Classic Bike Show for those who prefer a more mature ride.A whole host of classic buffs enjoyed a smorgasbord ...View Full Details

06-11-2006  Brokers can give better prices than direct insurers, says report

A new report claims that brokers and intermediaries can offer discounts due to more people buying car insurance online.According to Consumer Intelligence, direct insurers have been raising their prices for ...View Full Details

06-11-2006  Biba: 36% do not have buildings insurance

Over one-third of homeowners in Britain do not have buildings insurance, new research has found.According to the British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba), 36 per cent do not have buildings cover ...View Full Details

02-11-2006  Prep begins for MotoGP 2007

Days after being crowned MotoGP World Champion 2006, Nicky Hayden has already begun preparations for next year's competition.Hayden and Repsol Honda team-mate Dani Pedrosa hit the Ricardo Tormo circuit in ...View Full Details

02-11-2006  Brits spend £3.5bn on pets annually

Pet owners in Britain spend £3.5 billion on their loved ones each year, although only one in seven has pet insurance, it has emerged.In new research by swiftcover.com, which provides ...View Full Details