Insurance News - March 2007

29-03-2007  Speed limiters 'could be fitted' to motorbikes

A committee of MPs are calling for speed limiters to be fitted to some motorbikes in an effort to reduce accident rates. The latest report from the House of Commons ...View Full Details

29-03-2007  Women putting themselves at risk when buying a used car

Women are more likely to buy a dangerous used car than men, according to new research.Female drivers are more likely to purchase an older car, to buy through private individuals ...View Full Details

29-03-2007  MCN reveals top ten accessories

A facelift of Motorcycle News' (MCN's) website may give bike fans an effective way of deciding which piece of kit to save up for next.The user-rated top ten lists the ...View Full Details

28-03-2007  Women drivers 'fear turning right'

A number of women are scared of turning right when driving, a new study has revealed.Research from motor insurance provider Churchill shows that the number one fear for female drivers ...View Full Details

28-03-2007  Homeowners 'should keep their keys hidden'

Householders are being advised to keep their keys hidden well out of view of potential burglars.Saga, a home insurance provider, reveals that 29 per cent of homeowners leave their spare ...View Full Details

28-03-2007  Dutch MotoGP circuit to undergo modifications

The Assen circuit in the Netherlands, which is to be the location for the ninth round of this year's MotoGP World Championship, is to undergo a number of modifications prior ...View Full Details

27-03-2007  Newlyweds 'should re-evaluate home contents insurance'

Honeymooners returning home following their wedding would do well to review their home contents insurance, it has been revealed.According to the British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba), the expensive wedding gifts ...View Full Details

27-03-2007  Moving 'can be stressful for pets'

Moving house can be stressful for pets as well as people, it has been claimed.Persimmon Homes Anglia notes that it can be difficult for animals to adjust to their new ...View Full Details

26-03-2007  Insurer issues PS3 warning

Home insurance provider Zurich has issued a warning to owners of the new PlayStation 3 (PS3) games console.According to the household contents insurance company, consumers who buy the new PS3 ...View Full Details

26-03-2007  Holidaymakers 'should check their car insurance'

UK holidaymakers seeking a break on the continent are being advised to ensure that their motor insurance policies cover them for overseas travel.According to American Express Insurance Services, more than ...View Full Details