Insurance News - February 2007

05-02-2007  ABD: Public is against road pricing

The Association of British Drivers (ABD) has claimed that the British public are "massively against" proposals to introduce road pricing, which could see motorists charged for using certain motorways.In addition ...View Full Details

05-02-2007  Ford launches limited edition Fiesta

Those considering the purchase of a new car may benefit from the news that Ford has launched a limited edition Fiesta model.In order to celebrate the popularity of the Ford ...View Full Details

05-02-2007  Japanese motorcycles 'transformed market'

The influx of Japanese motorcycles transformed the UK market by offering value for money and reliability, one expert has claimed.According to Randal Thomas, motorcycle editor at EurotaxGlass's, models manufactured by ...View Full Details

02-02-2007  Guernsey drink-driving figures down

The number of drivers convicted of drink-driving on the channel island of Guernsey has fallen, according to the police.In 2006 180 drivers were arrested on suspicion of drink-driving and 146 ...View Full Details

02-02-2007  Homeowners 'face risk of floodwater'

Homeowners face an increased risk of flooding in the future, according to United Nations report.The report predicts sea levels will rise as much as 23 to 48 centimetres this century, ...View Full Details

01-02-2007  DfT criticised over speed cameras

Criticism is being levelled at the Department for Transport (DfT) over speed camera legislation, with allegations that the department is not accepting responsibility for the supposed "failure" of the national ...View Full Details

01-02-2007  Car theft victims 'face extra charges'

New reports suggest that motorists who have their vehicles stolen could face higher insurance premiums as well as charges of £100 for vehicle retrieval. Under the Road Traffic Regulation Act ...View Full Details

01-02-2007  Home security to be supplied to renters

Property renters in Bath are set to receive new home security packs in a police initiative which could reduce home insurance premiums.Under the scheme, Bath police will provide over 500 ...View Full Details

01-02-2007  Rugby tackles bike thieves

A gang of inept thieves in Rugby got more than they bargained for when they came up against a new anti-theft measure.The owner had covered his garden gate with a ...View Full Details

01-02-2007  Kids learning bike mechanics as crime deterrent

A police force in Barking and Dagenham has set up a scheme to help young people from deprived areas learn about motorcycle maintenance.The initiative takes the form of weekly workshops ...View Full Details