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Friday, March 19th 2010

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Toyota Aygo Black now available to order

Order books have opened for Aygo Black, a new version of Toyota’s city car. Aygo Black comes with a choice array of sports styling features with additional Alcantara and leather upholstery, a leather-trimmed sports steering wheel, leather gear shift knob (manual models), 14-inch alloy wheels and Tempest Black metallic exterior paint finish. Powered by the Toyota [...]

IAM surges cyclists to claim their lane

The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has urged cyclists to make themselves seen and to “claim their lane”, moving out into the middle of the lane when approaching a junction or parked cars. Duncan Pickering, IAM Cycling Development Manager, said: “There has been some debate as to whether cyclists should stick to the kerb or push [...]

One North East welcome Nissan’s latest investment

Responding to news that the Nissan LEAF will be manufactured at the company’s Sunderland plant, Margaret Fay, Chairman of One North East, said: “Margaret Fay, Chairman of One North East, said: "We are absolutely thrilled at this latest investment by Nissan at its Sunderland factory. "Today’s announcement comes almost a year to the day since [...]

80 percent of the population do not know how to tell a good mechanic from a bad one

Badly repaired cars are a leading cause of traffic accidents and pose a serious risk to the safety of individuals and families on the road. However, a recent poll shows over 80 percent of the population do not know how to tell a good mechanic from a bad one.  Today, the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) scheme [...]

Comment: High Speed Rail Plan is Transport Hypocrisy

Different Rules for Road and Rail The ABD today condemned plans to spend £27 billion on a network of 250mph trains that are likely to benefit a very small percentage of the population, while the road network on which we all depend languishes in disrepair and endemic congestion. Most disturbing of all are the double standards [...]

CFC Solutions warns how crucial maintenance checks are for extended life fleets

CFC Solutions, the market leader in the supply of fleet, contract hire and workshop management solutions, is warning  companies extending their vehicles into a fifth year of operation that maintenance must be made a priority in order to ensure that their fleets are kept in a good and safe condition. This helpful advice comes at a [...]

VermillionMVT: How businesses can benefit with PDA mobile job management

VermillionMVT, the Preston based fleet management business and a leading provider of application tracking software and flexible technology solutions for businesses and individuals, is eager to explain the broad range of benefits of PDA mobile job management to those businesses that may not be familiar with such technology that offers an immediate return on investment. PDA [...]

Continued surge in student numbers enables unemployment to fall

Continued surge in student numbers enables unemployment to fall, despite fewer people in work as private sector sheds jobs, says CIPD Dr John Philpott, Chief Economic Adviser at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) comments as follows on official labour market statistics published earlier today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which update [...]

Almost 50% agree with plans to fine drivers who leave engines running

Nearly half of people agree with plans to fine drivers who leave their engines running unnecessarily according to a new poll by Motorpoint. Some 47% of motorists surveyed by the car supermarket giant backed the move by North Lincolnshire Council to charge drivers £20 every time they leave their engine running for too long while loading [...]

IMI honour top industry achievers

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) celebrated the achievements of automotive companies and individuals in the Skillmiles scheme at its Annual Dinner last week in the presence of the Institute’s Patron, HRH Prince Michael of Kent. In front of an audience of more than 340 industry executives who attended the prestigious annual event at The [...]

Honda: affected models are not sold in Europe

Honda will recall approximately 344,000 Odyssey and 68,000 Element vehicles from the 2007-2008 model years in the US to modify the Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) modulator. Honda has received customer complaints of brake pedals that feel "soft" or that gradually exhibit a pedal height that gets lower (closer to the floor) before the vehicle stops. In [...]

Too expensive to fill up! Fleet Voice

Fleet Voice Column. March 17, 2010. The 2010 Formula One Season kicked off in Bahrain and saw Spaniard Fernando Alonso take a win on his Ferrari debut. It was a mixed event for British challengers, as Lewis Hamilton made it onto the third step of the podium, however reigning world champion, Jenson Button had a frustrating [...]

Responsible young drivers can earn insurance savings

As part of its campaign to address the most at-risk drivers on our roads – young drivers – the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has provided an incentive for young drivers to be safer. IAM Surety Insurance, offered exclusively to IAM members via Adelaide Insurance, has until now been targeted at drivers aged 21 and above. [...]

Lex Autolease survey reveals company cars mean fast cash for UK businesses

Lex Autolease, the UK’s largest company car and van provider has recently commissioned a survey, in partnership with YouGov, which has highlighted the growth funds being raised through ‘sale and leaseback’ agreements with one in four (27%) financial directors intend to offload company-owned vehicles in a bid to raise more cash. The survey reveals that [...]

Lombard: Fundamentals of Salary Sacrifice need to be understood by fleets

Lombard Vehicle Management, the UK’s largest asset finance company are warning that fleets need to have a better appreciation of the fundamentals when it comes to salary sacrifice. Whist they may be flavour of the month a lack of understanding of what is involved in this type of scheme may spell problems for both employer [...]

‘Not a drop; not a drag’ campaign steps up a gear

Road safety charity Brake and Direct Line today reveal an overwhelming cry from the British public for Government action to 20curb the menace of drink and drug driving. The call comes in the same month as the findings from an inquiry on drink and drug driving by Lord Peter North for the Department for Transport are [...]

Toyota say recall programme on course

One month on from the launch of Toyota’s accelerator recall campaign, work has been completed on more than half – 90,000-plus – of the cars that have been identified as requiring attention. An even larger proportion of recalled Prius models have received adjustment to their braking software programme with 58 per cent of the affected vehicles [...]

The CIPD People Management Awards to celebrate good practice through recession in 2010

Nominations for the 2010 Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development’s (CIPD) People Management Awards are now officially open. Standard categories such as Employee engagement and Organisational learning will be contested as normal, alongside The Michael Kelly Outstanding Student Award, introduced this year to recognise the contribution CIPD students make to business success. An overall winner [...]

Bank of England study adds dose of realism to assessment of UK labour market outlook

Responding to today’s analysis in the latest Bank of England Quarterly Bulletin of UK labour market adjustment during the recession, the CIPD’s Chief Economic Adviser, John Philpott, says that Bank officials have produced a realistic assessment of the outlook for jobs: “The Bank of England study adds a dose of realism to the view that [...]

April’s bike tyre safety month

Free campaign materials are now available for motorcycle dealers, tyre retailers, specialist repairers and motorcycle accessory shops enabling them to participate in April’s bike tyre safety month. The campaign is being organised by leading tyre safety action group, TyreSafe, and aims to raise awareness about the importance of correct tyre care and maintenance at this [...]

Insurance

ALA Insurance

ALA has been trading in the motor industry since 1990, offering vehicle contract hire and finance facilities to both the personal and corporate client. As an FSA authorised company we are able to offer specialist insurance policies developed with our extensive knowledge of the market in which we operate. From our website you can buy online a number of products: Finance Gap Insurance, Contract Hire Gap Insurance, Back To Invoice, Vehicle Replacement Insurance, Commercial Gap Insurance for vans and trucks, with the confidence of knowing you are dealing with one of the UK's longest established and most respected leasing brokers in partnership with insurance providers - specialists for each product we offer.

Direct Line Insurance

Direct Line is a fantastic success story. We started from scratch in the UK in April 1985 with a single product - car insurance, and just one way for our customers to buy - over the telephone. Today we have over five million customers and a broad range of products and services. We do business over the phone and on the Internet, and we also do it internationally, with businesses in Germany, Italy and Spain. The secret of our success is great products and services, competitive pricing, outstanding customer service and a real belief in our employees.

Isis Insurance Services Ltd

Isis Insurance are a Cheshire based specialist commercial insurance broker who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). We offer a complete and competitive range of insurance products to ensure that you can plan for the future with confidence. Isis fleet insurance can cover businesses of many shapes and sizes. We recognise that no two businesses are the same and offer a wide range of fleet insurance products and cover options. Our aim is to provide a unique service and approach to the insurance requirements of our clients. You’ll be given a direct dial telephone number through to your dedicated account handler who’ll be available to answer any questions or queries throughout the duration of your policy.

MORE TH>N Business

MORE TH>N BUSINESS was set up to provide small businesses with direct products that are intended to take the hassle out of insurance. We understand and appreciate the time and cost pressures your business is constantly under and we have tailored our commercial business insurance products and services to reflect your needs. Our aim is to provide the best possible business insurance policy for your business, providing commercial business insurance quickly, with interest-free monthly instalments and a 24-hour claims helpline. As a leading business insurance company, our commercial business insurance customer managers are highly trained individuals who can give you clear guidance and are able to explain the benefits of each business insurance policy so you can choose which product is right for your needs. You can now get a business insurance quote for van, business car, offices, shops, public liability and professional indemnity insurance online - and buy online too.

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Blagrove Fleet Insurance Services

Blagrove Fleet Insurance Services are a specialist fleet subsidiary of Kerry London Insurance Broking Group. As the dedicated fleet insurance intermediary of a large and respected group, Blagrove Fleet Insurance Services has the ability to deliver tailored solutions for a wide range of fleet insurance requirements at competitive premiums. At a time when fleet insurance premiums are on the increase clients benefit from the services of a fleet insurance specialist.

Fleet & Company Car Insurance

Looking for Fleet or Company Car Insurance? Selected insurance companies and intermediaries offering competitively priced car insurance.

Peart Insurance Brokers Ltd

Founded in 1984, Peart is one of the leading names in car and bike insurance. The company began by insuring performance cars and classic cars, particularly British sports cars. Since then it has grown to encompass a wide range of non-standard, high performance and standard vehicles, including motorcycles. Home and Travel insurance are now also avalible at competitve rates. Based in Kendal, in the Lake District, we have friendly, experienced and trained staff who understand your insurance needs. Authorised by the Financial Services Authority (FSA), Peart Insurance is an established company with a commitment to high levels of personal service.

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Van Insurance

Companies offering van and light commercial vehicle insurance

Adrian Flux Insurance Services

Adrian Flux Insurance Services specialise in a variety of van insurance markets, providing you with high quality yet cheap van insurance deals available. Because we are specialists, we have worked with insurers to put together tailored commercial vehicle insurance schemes to suit every situation. We can cover everything from the smallest van to the largest HGV, and whether you are a sole trader with a single van, a company with a fleet of commercial vehicles, or even a private individual using a van for a hobby, we can help.

Advance Insurance Agencies Ltd

Advance Insurance Agencies Ltd is an independent insurance intermediary with over 75 years of experience in offering impartial insurance advice and services, and has branches in Westbury and Swindon. The best deals for car, van, and fleet insurance from a wide panel of insurers providing competitive rates. Mini Fleet for minimum 3 to 4 vehicles available, plus larger fleet catered for from 5- 5000, subject to proven claims experience.

ALA Insurance

ALA has been trading in the motor industry since 1990, offering vehicle contract hire and finance facilities to both the personal and corporate client. As an FSA authorised company we are able to offer specialist insurance policies developed with our extensive knowledge of the market in which we operate. From our website you can buy online a number of products: Finance Gap Insurance, Contract Hire Gap Insurance, Back To Invoice, Vehicle Replacement Insurance, Commercial Gap Insurance for vans and trucks, with the confidence of knowing you are dealing with one of the UK's longest established and most respected leasing brokers in partnership with insurance providers - specialists for each product we offer.

A-Plan Fleet Insurance

A-Plan is an independent intermediary specialising in the provision of insurance products. We seek a long-lasting relationship with our clients, and therefore consider their full requirements before offering an insurance policy.Fleet insurance quotations and policies are arranged by FleetPlan. FleetPlan is the specialist fleet division of A-Plan Holdings. FleetPlan's ability to consistently deliver tailored solutions for a comprehensive range of fleet insurance requirements, has consolidated their reputation as a professional motor fleet insurance intermediary. FleetPlan's industry knowledge and ability to present carefully chosen risks to the correct markets, ensures that both insurers and clients benefit from their services. FleetPlan offer a wide range of fleet insurance products that suit your individual requirements, regardless of your trade and number of vehicles. FleetPlan's insurer relationships permit them to seek exclusive deals on behalf of their clients.

Arthur Marsh & Son (Birmingham) Ltd

At Arthur Marsh & Son we provide expert, impartial insurance advice, policies and risk management solutions to corporate and private clients. We offer both personal and commercial products, which include motor and fleet insurance, and we have access to all the major insurance companies and Lloyd's of London, and will ensure we offer you the most competitive premium. Motor Fleet Insurance can consist of all types of vehicles, from private cars, commercial vehicles, skip lorries, coaches/minibuses, agricultural vehicles and much more. With more than 10 years experience, friendly insurers and special schemes we can be your one stop shop for vehicle, liability, goods in transit and office/warehouse insurances. We are able to accommodate risks involving both UK and overseas movements, hazardous loads and have exclusive facilities for the owner operator and company fleets.

askMID

www.askmid.com enables you to make enquiries of the Motor Insurance Database (MID). It accesses the MID in real time. This is the same MID which the police access - but the police receive more detailed information from the database. askMID currently offers two services: own vehicle (free of charge) and the other vehicle (small charge). Own vehicle - enables you to check that the vehicle you intend to drive is currently on the database. Now drivers are able to obtain the name and contact details of the insurer of any vehicle with which they have been involved in an accident and want to confirm that the other vehicle appears on the Motor Insurance Database. The date of the accident and the registration details of the other vehicle are required to search askMID. If the vehicle appears on the MID, you will get the policy number, insurer of the other vehicle and a claims contact number to help you progress a claim with the insurer.

Aspect Insurance Services

Commercial insurance specialists, Aspect Insurance Services, will take care of all your commercial insurance requirements. With packages tailored to your specific needs. Get a quick haulage insurance quote from our specialist team at Aspect Insurance and save time and money by talking to people who know your business. We help haulage businesses throughout the UK to save thousands of pounds on their fleet insurance by using our specialist haulage service. Owner drivers, small fleets, light haulage, engineering, cranes, tippers, tankers - if it's got wheels we know how to save you money.

Autonet Insurance Group

If you’re a business with three or more vehicles then the Autonet Fleet Insurance package is for you. A policy tailored to meet your requirements with a selection of cover levels designed to meet the requirements of you and your business. Why choose Autonet Fleet Insurance? Autonet Fleet Insurance package has three tiers of cover; Comprehensive, Third Party Fire and Theft and Third Party Only. For most fleet operators our fleet insurance will be flexible enough to meet your demands. You will also benefit from an Autonet Business Insurance advisor who will oversee your policy and be pleased to discuss your requirements with you.

Avis Insurance Services Limited

Avis Insurance have been arranging commercial general insurance since 1983 delivering expert advice and guidance to our corporate and private clients. Avis Insurance have been arranging highly competitive fleet insurance for over 20 years. We can cover mini fleets from 2-5 vehicles and full fleets for more than 5 vehicles. We can mix vans and HGVs. UK and / or European use. We are particularly well known for our knowledge of the commercial vehicle, truck, skip contractors and road haulage markets for which we have arrange highly competitive products. At the same time our private clients have access to a wide choice of high quality facilities with the country's most respected insurers. Finding your way around today’s insurance market with a professional guiding hand will make all the difference to your future security, whilst ensuring you are properly insured at a competitive price.

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Bennett Gould & Partners Ltd

Bennett Gould & Partners Limited is a fully accredited Lloyd’s of London insurance broker specialising in UK Non-Marine risks. Bennett Gould & Partners Ltd is authorised and regulated by The Financial Services Authority and is a member of the Institute of Insurance Brokers and the British Insurance Brokers Association . Formed in 1972, We have throughout our existence acted solely as a general insurance broker dealing largely with UK Non Marine wholesale and retail business. Our commercial products include commercial vehicle insurance and fleet vehicles insurance.

Blagrove Fleet Insurance Services

Blagrove Fleet Insurance Services are a specialist fleet subsidiary of Kerry London Insurance Broking Group. As the dedicated fleet insurance intermediary of a large and respected group, Blagrove Fleet Insurance Services has the ability to deliver tailored solutions for a wide range of fleet insurance requirements at competitive premiums. At a time when fleet insurance premiums are on the increase clients benefit from the services of a fleet insurance specialist.

Bollington Motortrade

The Bollington Group has been established for over 30 years and is now one of the largest insurance brokers in the UK. The Bollington Group is split into four main trading divisions: Bollington Commercial; Bollington Care; Bollington Personal; Bollington Motortrade. Bollington Motortrade is one of the UK 's leading Motor Trade insurance intermediaries with branches around the country. Whatever your size or location, we can provide quick quotes, highly competitive premiums and instant cover. You will also receive dedicated year round account management offering insurance and claims advice whenever you need it.

Boothby Taylor Limited

As a specialist independent broker within the commercial insurance market Boothby Taylor Limited provide policies from the market's leading insurers with cover tailored to meet your exact requirements. We will help you make immediate premium savings, improvements to your policy to ensure value and quality of cover, we can also arrange long term protection of your insurance premium. If you have three or more vehicles to insure then you should consider a fleet insurance policy. Insurance from 3 to over 100 vehicles, covering cars to commercial vehicles including coaches and minibuses for both haulage or private use.

Budget insurance

Budget Insurance is one of the UK's leading independent insurance intermediaries. We'll search a panel of 12 van insurers to find you cheap van insurance, from some of the most competitive premiums around. Great value breakdown cover available including roadside assistance and towing service.

ChoiceQuote Insurance

ChoiceQuote is a specialist insurance intermediary with offices in Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. We specialise in a range of private and commercial motor insurance schemes including: Fleet insurance cover for haulage fleets, taxi fleets and commercial vehicle fleets of 4 or more vehicles for commercial use; Van insurance - If you're looking for commercial vehicle insurance cover for vans with a gross vehicle weight of up to 3.5 tonnes, you can now get a van insurance quote and buy online with ChoiceQuote Insurance Services; Motor trade insurance; Haulage Insurance. In addition to commercial vehicle insurance, we have access to a wide range of markets providing competitive quotations for goods in transit.

Churchill

Churchill Insurance launched in 1989 as one of the UK's first direct motor insurers. In 1990, we started selling home insurance and, over the years, have extended our services, now offering car insurance, home insurance, travel insurance, pet insurance, breakdown cover, van insurance and motorcycle insurance. We are a UK based company with all our call centres in the UK and sell insurance policies by phone and on the Internet. In 2003, Churchill was acquired by the Royal Bank of Scotland Group and now forms part of the RBS Insurance division.

Click4Gap

If your company cars are stolen or written off, your motor insurer will pay the value at the time of loss, rarely do they pay the amount lost in depreciation! Click4Gap pays for the money lost in depreciation, and is available for company cars owned up to 7 years, on lease, PCP or contract hire! Click4Gap is FSA registered and underwritten by Red Sands Insurance Company (Europe) Ltd. Both are part of the respected Hollard Group of companies. Our products include: Return To Value GAP (RTV), paying the shortfall between motor insurance payout and the value of your car today; Return To Invoice GAP (RTI), paying the shortfall between motor insurance payout and the invoice price; Vehicle Replacement GAP (VRI), paying the difference between the motor insurance settlement and the cost of a new replacement vehicle – even if the price has increased.

Clover Insurance Services

Clover Insureance Services fleet insurance policies are available for businesses that run two or more cars and/or commercial vehicles. Apart from savings in premium, another major advantage of motor fleet Insurance is ease of administration. As it is only a single policy, accordingly there would only be only one renewal date to remember. Our fleet insurance policies are placed through either Lloyd's or ABI approved insurers and can be arranged for company fleets of all sizes starting from as few as two vehicles. If you are a first time fleet client without an official "claims experience" you can still obtain a competitive premium provided you have at least 3 years no claims bonus from your standard private car or commercial vehicle policies on each vehicle.

Connect Insurance Brokers Ltd

Connect Insurance Brokers Ltd are completely independent and deal with many insurers so we can find not just the cheapest policy but also the most suitable policy for your individual needs. Let Comparemotortrade.co.uk do the work for you, we will look to save you money by obtaining our cheapest motor trade insurance from a panel of insurers. Why create work for yourself when this is hassle free. Cover can be provided immediately and we can also provide an easy payment plan. Offices in Stoke, Derby and Birmingham.

Cornhill Direct

Car insurance from Cornhill Direct, who are part of Allianz Insurance plc - one of the largest general insurers in the UK. Get up to 65% no claims discount with Cornhill Direct's car insurance. Our 5-star quality car insurance gives you comprehensive cover as standard including accident recovery in the UK and Europe and a guaranteed courtesy car when using an approved repairer. Get a car insurance quote today.

Corporate Insurance Partners Ltd

Corporate Insurance Partners (CIP) are a specialist insurance broker, offering bespoke insurance solutions and exceptional client servicing performance. CIP has the expertise to help you manage the insurance risks you are exposed to as a motor fleet provider. Through careful support and the provision of excellent management tools, we have successfully helped many fleet managers reduce their fleet insurance premiums through the reduction in their claims experience. Motor traders have complex insurance needs and CIP are well-positioned to advise on the types and levels of cover that are needed. We have negotiated specialist motor trade insurance packages with our insurers to provide comprehensive protection for even the largest motor traders.

Cover4Fleet Insurance

Cover4Fleet Insurance is the specialist fleet division of Alan Blunden Insurance Brokers, who have been serving insurance customers for over 60 years. We can advise on the best fleet insurance for your company's needs, and having excellent relationships with insurance companies Cover4Fleet Insurance is in a great position to help you get a good deal. Advice and quotes can be given on combined fleet insurance, company fleet insurance, commercial fleet insurance, family fleet insurance, taxi fleet insurance, haulage fleet insurance,motor fleet insurance, minibus fleet insurance or any type of fleet insurance you require.

Coversure Insurance Services

Coversure Insurance Services is a group of independent insurance intermediaries with offices in locations throughout the United Kingdom. The products that we offer are backed by some of the world’s leading insurance providers and cover the full range of your insurance needs. Coversure have all types of fleet insurance policies from our wide range of insurers. As well as large fleets we can also provide insurance for large single vehicles and even small mini-fleets from 3 vehicles. In addition we offer motor trade insurance policies. To ensure you receive a truly competitive motor trade cover quotation Coversure provide business insurance quotations from many of the UK's leading business insurers.

David Kersch & Associates Ltd

David Kersch & Associates Ltd are one of the UK’s leading specialists in motor trade and fleet insurance and can offer you a package, whether you are a multi franchised dealer group, used car dealer, recovery operator, fleet operator or simply trade from home, we have a solution for you. As one of the UK’s leading intermediaries we have tailored cover for some of UK’s largest affinity groups, including vehicle manufacturers, importers and distributors of vehicles, our knowledge is unsurpassed.

Devon Direct Insurance Services Ltd

Devon Direct Insurance Services Ltd are an independent UK fleet insurance broker with many years experience in assisting small to medium size businesses looking for a low cost, quality, commercial motor insurance. At Devon Direct we really can help you protect your vehicle fleet with our competitive and comprehensive vehicle fleet insurance policies. Call us now and speak to one of our experienced team. Our staff will work hard to negotiate the most competitive premiums for you, with the best levels of cover. As an independent broker our aim is to provide you, the client, with the best premium we can negotiate without compromising the cover and personal service we can offer.

Dial Direct Insurance

Dial Direct take the hassle out of finding insurance as we search amongst the UK's leading insurers to find you the best policy at the best possible price. Even when your insurance policy is up for renewal we will automatically search the market again, continuing to find you the best possible deal. In addition to car insurance Dial Direct now provides a full range of products including home insurance, motorbike insurance and commercial vehicle insurance. If the insurance on your small truck or van is coming up for renewal, why not see how much you can save with us? Finding the right van insurance can be a long and stressful process, what with phoning round different insurance brokers and companies and completing numerous online forms. Why don't you let us do the hard work for you? We will search through a leading panel of insurers who specialise in commercial vehicle insurance and van Insurance to try and find you the best quote.

Direct Line Insurance

Direct Line is a fantastic success story. We started from scratch in the UK in April 1985 with a single product - car insurance, and just one way for our customers to buy - over the telephone. Today we have over five million customers and a broad range of products and services. We do business over the phone and on the Internet, and we also do it internationally, with businesses in Germany, Italy and Spain. The secret of our success is great products and services, competitive pricing, outstanding customer service and a real belief in our employees.

Dixons Insurance Brokers

Dixons Commercial Insurance Brokers has been trading since 1981 and is a registered intermediary authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. We are an independent insurance broker offering professional advice and friendly, personal service. Our dedicated team of advisers has the experience and training to help you choose the fleet policy, or other insurance product, that matches your particular requirements. We cover many types of insurance, however, we specialise in commercial insurance and fleet insurance cover. We are specialists in fleet insurance, offering policies covering two or more commercial vehicles and/or private cars.

DNA Insurance Services Ltd

DNA Insurance Services Ltd offers a wide range of different fleet insurance packages to suit companies of all sizes, and have flexible products that can cover different types of business needs including specialist van fleet insurance, and car fleet insurance.When we put together your initial motor fleet insurance quote, we will provide a price that covers you for the kind of vehicles that your business requires, whether they are cars, vans, or a mixture of the two. Motor trade insurance from DNA includes a complete claims management service, and provides immediate cover for you. We also offer flexible payment schemes on our car dealer insurance policies to allow you to plan your expenses in advance and to meet the needs of your business.

eBusiness Car Insurance

At eBusiness Car Insurance we understand how hard it can be to find company car insurance or lease car insurance that provides you with the necessary cover, and that many insurers will not issue a policy in a company name. This is why we offer cheap business car insurance at competitive prices to suit your individual needs. As well as our standard annual policy, we offer a more flexible Pay As You Go monthly policy. You can even add multiple cars and drivers to a single policy. eBusiness Car Insurance gives you immediate access to your policy, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and covers you not just for business - but social, domestic and pleasure journeys too.

Equity Red Star

Equity Red Star, the largest personal lines syndicate at Lloyd’s, is the UK’s 5th largest motor insurer, and has been providing insurance to business and personal lines customers for the past 60 years. We have a diverse and broad based book, including private car, classic car, vans, motorcycle, taxis, minibus, fleet, haulage, agricultural vehicles, motor breakdown, household and personal accident. Our underwriters have a wide knowledge of the fleet marketplace. The breadth of their experience in the various classes of fleet insurance leaves them well placed to provide the right solution to customers’ fleet vehicle insurance requirements. We have also been involved in motor trade road risk cover for many years and are in the process of issuing our own bespoke policy for this class of business.

eVanInsurance

eVan is an online van insurance solution that lets you manage your van insurance - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Why bother with call centres and automated phone lines? Our unique system puts you in control and rewards you with great value van insurance quotes. We offer van insurance at competitive prices to suit your individual needs and selecting the right cover couldn't be easier. As well as our standard annual policy, we offer a flexible Pay As You Go monthly policy. You can even add multiple vans and drivers to a single policy. With eVan, cheap van insurance is only a click away – we save you money by providing insurance direct. Get a quote today and see how much you can save!

Fleet & Company Car Insurance

Looking for Fleet or Company Car Insurance? Selected insurance companies and intermediaries offering competitively priced car insurance.

FleetPLAN

Fleet Plan Insurance is an established and respected fleet insurance intermediary, having strong links with a range of top UK insurers. Our experience of preparation and presentation of fleet risks can have a dramatic impact on your cover and premium. We can also review your fleet management and fleet risk management. The benefit of dealing with a fleet insurance specialist will be obvious from the moment you first contact FleetPLAN, but it is when you need assistance with a claim or change in cover that you will truly appreciate the difference. We are able to consider almost any vehicle use within your fleet policy, which can be tailored to suit your requirements. By discussing your fleet we can ensure you have complete cover at a competitive premium.

Flint Insurance

Flint Insurance group are an independent broker offering a wide range of high quality, affordable insurance products to both personal and commercial clients alike across the whole of the UK. From our offices in Sidcup and Harrow we have been providing motor fleet & company vehicle insurance for over 30 years. Available for 1 - 400 plus vehicles and mixed vehicle fleets - cars, vans, trucks & plant. We can cater for all mixes of fleet vehicles from own goods business use to private hire, haulage, self drive and more. When you apply for a motor fleet quote from Flint Insurance, you will benefit from our extensive knowledge of finding you the best policy for your needs.

Gauntlet Group

Established in 1994 the Gauntlet Group is recognised as one of Yorkshire's most active and forward thinking commercial insurance brokers, risk managers and health & safety consultants. With the combined motor fleet underwriting experience of 35 years, the staff at Gauntlet are ready to discuss your requirements. From HGVs to company cars we cater for all. Size doesn't matter. The insurance costs of running company owned vehicles can weigh heavy on the balance sheet. By reviewing policy cover, excesses and driving restrictions we can offer a policy better suited to your financial needs. Let Gauntlet can ease the burden.

Giles Insurance

You're in safe hands. A personal approach with Giles Insurance. For over 20 years, we have been arranging insurance to protect people and their possessions. Experienced staff are able to cater for all your quotation enquiries. Immediate quotations and cover can be offered. You will not be placed in a telephone queuing system - you will talk to an experienced insurance adviser, not a machine!! Fleet insurance is designed for anyone who operates 3 or more vehicles. You could be eligible to consider transferring to a fleet rated policy, especially if you are looking to expand your company over the next few years. Fleet insurance can be substantially cheaper than taking out separate policies, there’s less paperwork and you only have one renewal date to remember.

GJT Hodgson Insurance Services

GJT Hodgson Insurance Services specialise in insuring vans up to 3.5 tonnes for customers who use their vehicles for their own work or for social, domestic and pleasure use. With a panel of over 20 top UK van insurance companies we are ideally placed to offer you the very best policies at the right price. We can insure all types of commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. Most trades catered for.

Gladiator Commercial

Gladiator is a van insurance broker that specialises in providing cheap commercial vehicle and private van insurance. We search for the cheapest van insurance quote from a panel of leading UK insurance companies. At your convenience, we can provide an instant commercial vehicle insurance or private or business van insurance quote online through our website.

GM Insurance Brokers Ltd

GM Insurance Brokers specialise in commercial and business insurance. We also provide a range of "personal lines" insurance policies to compliment our corporate clients. Our niche and specialty is in the waste disposal Industry, offering liability, fleet insurance, property, plant and engineering insurance. Whilst we appreciate that price is an important factor for clients, the backbone of any insurance product is cover and a first class claims service. We have access to a range of motor trade insurance policies whether you are a small trader working from home and require stand alone "Road Risks Only" insurance, or alternatively, if you require cover for a stock of vehicles held for sales/customers vehicles in your custody or control.

Insure My Van Man

As one of the leading van insurance and commercial vehicle insurance brokers in the UK, Insure My Van Man can save you money time and again on your van insurance. Insure My Van Man is the commercial vehicle division of Unicom Insurance Services Ltd. Insure My Van Man has been set up to specialise in providing low cost high quality insurance for clients looking to insure their vans and or other commercial vehicles. At Insure My Van Man we have an experienced and specialist team of highly trained customer service advisors with a wealth of knowledge and experience in this chosen area who will be able to assist you when called upon.

Insuremyvehicle.co.uk

Insuremyvehicle.co.uk is the specialist vehicle insurance division of Ceta Insurance Ltd for car insurance, van insurance and motorbike insurance. Get an online van insurance quote with us and you will get a tailored quote with many options to cover all your van needs. Cover your tools and property and make sure your business is secure. Our car insurance quotes offer you motor insurance in many forms, from third party to full comprehensive. We can compare up to 24 insurers to cover your motorcycle needs and you can be sure that you will get a great motorbike insurance quote with us.

Isis Insurance Services Ltd

Isis Insurance are a Cheshire based specialist commercial insurance broker who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). We offer a complete and competitive range of insurance products to ensure that you can plan for the future with confidence. Isis fleet insurance can cover businesses of many shapes and sizes. We recognise that no two businesses are the same and offer a wide range of fleet insurance products and cover options. Our aim is to provide a unique service and approach to the insurance requirements of our clients. You’ll be given a direct dial telephone number through to your dedicated account handler who’ll be available to answer any questions or queries throughout the duration of your policy.

JLT Online

Insurantz.com is part of JLT Online – a company dedicated to providing comprehensive online insurance solutions. Insurantz business vans insurance provides comprehensive insurance cover up to five vans and up to fifteen drivers all under a single policy. We are able to provide insurance for all van types from small or transit vans right up to 3.5 tonne vans, for any commercial use - both within the UK and for trips to European countries. Our standard insurance covers the main elements of cover you need for running vans for commercial or business use. Depending on your business needs, you can add in extra options to cover uninsured loss recovery or extended European travel.

Linkfield Insurance Logistics Ltd

Established in 1999, Linkfield Insurance Logistics is an associate company of Brian Johnston & Co (Insurance Brokers) Ltd. Linkfield leads the market in early settlement protection, GAP insurance and fixed price multi-year private and commercial vehicle insurance. We offer a unique fixed price private motor policy for 1,2,3 or even 4 years to match the term of your finance agreement. This product was specifically designed to cover drivers of all financed vehicles including contract hire, company car allowance, personal contract lease and finance lease. We have also developed a product that offers a fixed price, multi-year policy for commercial vehicles. This is available to individuals who lease vehicles up to 7.5 tons gross vehicle weight. GAP Insurance gives peace of mind if your car is stolen and not recovered or damaged beyond economical repair, your claim settlement may not cover the outstanding loan or any termination charge.

Lockyer Insurance Brokers

Lockyer Insurance Brokers, based near Wakefield, West Yorkshire, is a family run independent insurance broker, acting as a one-stop-shop for all your commercial and personal insurance requirements. Over recent years we have built a reputation as one of the leading brokers in fleet insurance. Our clients benefit from both our experience in today's complex fleet insurance market and our wide range of facilities, whether you run a fleet of cars, vans or HGV's. Our experienced fleet insurance team don't just quote attractive premiums, they understand that personal service is important too. That's why we offer a range of products and fleet management tools which can help you reduce your risks, and your fleet running costs.

Master Cover Insurance Services

Master Cover was formed in 1975 and specialises in developing and marketing insurance schemes for specific niche markets and affinity groups. Master Cover have agency facilities with over 20 leading insurers and Lloyd's underwriters and are therefore well placed to arrange your insurance at the most competitive rates and terms. Master Cover have over 10 years experience in providing solutions and policies for your vehicles with policies covering from 1 to 15 vehicles, we will be able to provide you with a policy to suit your needs. Since the 14th January 2005 Master Cover Insurance are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of Groupama Insurances, an A rated company.

Mayfair Insurance

Mayfair Insurance could be the answer to your motor fleet insurance needs. We will go the extra mile to get the best deal on the market and our fleet insurance policies provide many advantages. If you have two or more commercial or private vehicles we can offer flexible fleet insurance at competitive prices. Our specialist team are here to help as covering all your vehicles under a single fleet insurance policy can save you not just money, but your time. Under our fleet insurance policies we can cover: vans, lorries, plant hire, pool cars, courier and haulage insurance.

Midlands Insurance Services

Midlands Insurance Services are independent brokers established in 1994. At Midlands Insurance Services we pride ourselves on giving personalised, expert advice, whether it be for commercial insurances or personal insurance products. Our independent status and access to top uk motor insurers guarantees you top savings on your car insurance, commercial vehicle insurance (including courier insurance), motor fleet insurance and minibus insurance. Commercial vehicle insurance is one of our biggest sellers due to our highly competitive prices. Commercial vehicle fleet insurance policies are also available if your company owns 5 or more commercial vehicles. These policies allow you to tailor make cover to your own requirements at a discounted cost.

MORE TH>N Business

MORE TH>N BUSINESS was set up to provide small businesses with direct products that are intended to take the hassle out of insurance. We understand and appreciate the time and cost pressures your business is constantly under and we have tailored our commercial business insurance products and services to reflect your needs. Our aim is to provide the best possible business insurance policy for your business, providing commercial business insurance quickly, with interest-free monthly instalments and a 24-hour claims helpline. As a leading business insurance company, our commercial business insurance customer managers are highly trained individuals who can give you clear guidance and are able to explain the benefits of each business insurance policy so you can choose which product is right for your needs. You can now get a business insurance quote for van, business car, offices, shops, public liability and professional indemnity insurance online - and buy online too.

MR Ratcliffe Consultants

M R Ratcliffe Consultants Ltd (company number 2127940) was set up in Cheltenham back in 1976 as a specialist insurance broker focusing on the transport industry. From small beginnings we are now one of the UK's largest operators with close to 50 employees advising and arranging many different types of insurance cover. Strong working relationships with our Insurer partners is important to us. The development of tailored schemes has been essential in allowing us to provide you, our customer, with wide insurance covers, extremely competitive prices, immediate cover, streamlined documentation and an excellent claims service. Our tailored schemes are also available through other market intermediaries.

My Motor Quote

My Motor Quote is an online division of The A&A Group Limited, which is one of the UK's leading independent insurance intermediaries, with an annual turnover in excess of £80 million. The roots of the Group go back to 1968. With nearly 40 years of insurance experience we are uniquely placed to offer individuals the very best in private car and commercial vehicle policies. Constantly evolving to meet the demands of the industry, we have grown to employ almost 400 people. New ventures have been undertaken throughout our history and many of these have concentrated on providing non standard cover to drivers deemed 'high risk' by competitors. The Group has stayed loyal to its traditional broking values and the mantra of treating every customer as an individual through personal contact, telemarketing and more recently the Internet, all being adopted as methods by which best to serve the public.

NCi

Motor trade insurance and motor trader insurance is now available from your UK motor trade Insurance brokers, NCi . It’s important to remember that price is one of the most important factors when it comes to buying, servicing or repairing vehicles. The same is true for UK motor trade insurance which is why NCi Motor Trade has tried to ensure our facilities for motor traders with premises are amongst the best around. As the UK's leading motor trade insurance broker, NCi Motor Trade can provide you with cover and premiums that most other insurance brokers or direct insurance companies simply cannot offer.

NFU Mutual

Since the opening of the first office, NFU Mutual has grown from strength to strength. To this day we are still expanding. We began insuring individuals and business outside of the farming industry in the 1980's and they have now overtaken farmers as our largest group of customers. Offering our products to those outside of farming has seen our growth accelerate. We are one of few providers whose range of products extends to investments, pensions, life assurance and risk management.We're not driven by profit to pay out shareholder dividends, we're driven exclusively by a commitment to keep our charges amongst the lowest in the industry, so that it's our customers who benefit. For general insurance customers this means keen prices, wide cover and good service and for our Financial Services customers it's low charges, quality investment returns and personalised service.

One Business Insurance Solutions

One Business Solutions are one of the UK’s leading insurance brokers, supplying a range of insurance and non-insurance products to over 100,000 small businesses and larger corporate clients. Working from branches based in Southampton, Bristol, Torquay and Manchester, our dedicated and experienced staff are on hand to assist with enquiries from individual sole traders through to extensive multi–risk corporations. Whether you are responsible for a mini–fleet of four vehicles or a large fleet of over fifty, we will find you the best package to suit your needs. Whatever variation of vehicles your fleet consists of, we will endeavor to find you the perfect policy for your individual needs. Our experienced and dedicated staff have access to a panel of the UK’s leading insurance providers and the Lloyds Market.

One Call Insurance Services Ltd

One Call Insurance Ltd was established in 1995 with one goal; to provide low cost insurance to the UK public whilst still providing the high quality service that customers expect from leading insurance specialists. One Call Insurance Ltd will find our best insurance quote to suit your needs from a panel of leading UK insurance providers. At One Call Insurance Ltd we offer a UK based call centre, full online support and have four branches throughout the UK. Should you require any assistance with your quotation, or as a policyholder, our highly trained and motivated insurance team will be happy to discuss your insurance queries face to face at one of our branches, over the phone or you can contact us 24 hours a day via our website. One call was founded in September 1995 in Sheffield, by John Radford. He set up One Call Insurance to devote his career to providing the UK with the lowest possible insurance premiums, while offering a first class level of customer service.

Paul Jones Insurance Services Ltd

Welcome to Paul Jones Insurance Services Ltd, independent insurance advice you can rely on. Paul Jones Insurance Services Ltd (PJIS) are Independent Insurance Brokers, with offices in Southampton, Hampshire and Cowes, Isle of Wight and have been established since 1973. We work closely with clients throughout the South and this individual approach ensures that you enjoy a continuous, one-to-one relationship with a dedicated Account Manager who will look after you and your business insurance requirements. As Commercial Insurance specialists, we are recognised as providing unbiased, professional advice and assistance to Commercial and Business Insurance clients. Our company development has been achieved by delivering a high level of personal service to all our clients, encompassing advice, guidance and technical expertise.

Peacock Insurance Services

Peacock Insurance Services specialise in both personal and commercial insurance policies, so if you need business insurance and you want to save time and money, we're the right choice for you. Van, fleet and HGV insurance experts.

Peart Insurance Brokers Ltd

Founded in 1984, Peart is one of the leading names in car and bike insurance. The company began by insuring performance cars and classic cars, particularly British sports cars. Since then it has grown to encompass a wide range of non-standard, high performance and standard vehicles, including motorcycles. Home and Travel insurance are now also avalible at competitve rates. Based in Kendal, in the Lake District, we have friendly, experienced and trained staff who understand your insurance needs. Authorised by the Financial Services Authority (FSA), Peart Insurance is an established company with a commitment to high levels of personal service.

Performance Direct

Performance Direct was formed in 1995 and is the general insurance division of Grove & Dean, a family run financial services organisation based in Romford, Essex. Performance Direct for Business is a the latest division of the Company set up to give clients access to our wealth of commercial insurance expertise. Grove and Dean group employs over 150 people, all based at the newly constructed signature building, ‘Tollgate House’, located at the east end of Romford Market Place. Performance Direct’s success is founded on providing value for money, private and commercial insurance cover. Many clients first find Performance Direct because we can help them with a more unusual insurance requirement – a performance or prestige car, an import, classic or modified vehicle, or, perhaps, a motorcycle. From this base, Performance Direct for Business now provides experienced commercial insurance cover, but with the same ‘can do’ attitude.

Plan Insurance

An independent insurance intermediary delivering high-quality cover from market-leading insurers in personal insurance and commercial lines. Plan Assist offers full breakdown service, home start & road-side ssistance cover. Minifleet and flexible commercial motor fleet insurance for larger fleets of cars and commercial vehicles. For expert advice on how to streamline your fleet insurance, call to speak to a dedicated fleet insurance specialist.

Pluginsure

Pluginsure is the UK’s first insurance website dedicated to electric vehicles. We aim to offer competitive insurance cover for vehicle owners by marrying the benefits of the internet with efficient UK-based phone support. Specialists in arranging individual and fleet (full or part electric) insurance with associated risk for all electric vehicles. Online quotations available!

Premier Insurance Consultants (Bolton) Ltd

Commercial insurance specialists. Low cost motor fleet insurance, underwritten by some of the leading insurers in the country at unbelievable prices. Monthly instalments, free legal cover - just ring for a quote.

Privilege

Find cheap car insurance, home insurance and breakdown cover with Privilege insurance.

Quick Car Quote

We understand all your individual and personal circumstances and will try to find you the best car insurance premium from our panel of insurers.

QUINN-direct Insurance

We specialize in van and commercial vehicle Insurance in the UK. Get a van insurance quote online for vans under 3.5 tonnes. For all other vehicles call us on 0800 587 8000, or see website for full range of business and fleet insurance options. Offices in Manchester, Cavan, Dublin and Enniskillen.

Quote Me Today

Quote me today.co.uk are one of the UK's leading fleet insurance brokers. We will get you the best value quote and fast, no hassle cover. Get a Quick Quote, online today, to save time and money.

QuoteRack

QuoteRack is able to offer you an easy way of getting motor fleet insurance quotes from fleet insurance specialists. Arranging insurance for fleets of cars, fleets of vans or a combination of a fleet of cars and vans is a specialist area and one where it pays to deal with insurance experts.

Quotezone

Quotezone's UK car insurance quote technology compares quotes from leading insurance companies and brokers in real time, so you only have to fill in one form to compare over 50 reputable UK insurers! Compare up to 15 van and commercial vehicle quotes - most appear online in around 60 seconds.

Scrutton Bland

Scrutton Bland are UK based Independent insurance brokers and independent financial advisers. As independent insurance brokers we specialise in offering the highest level of professional, confidential and discreet insurance broking services to our commercial, corporate and private clients. We offer fee-based advice as well as risk management advice to our clients. As independent financial advisers we provide professional fee-based advice from experienced and qualified advisers.

Sky Insurance Services Group Ltd

Sky Insurance has been a leading provider of insurance products for over 20 years. Our staff are all experienced in the motor insurance industry and are fully able to assist with insurance solutions tailored to your needs.

Smart & Cook Ltd

Smart & Cook Ltd are a major national commercial insurance broker, able to deal with fleets of all sizes. Offices nationwide.

Staveley Head Ltd

Specialist fleet insurer. Fleets from 2 to 2000 vehicles. Van, HGV, car, plant etc can all be covered. UK and EU cover. Dedicated fleet department. Put us to the test, you won't be disappointed!

Summit Insurance

Summit Insurance at Lloyds. We underwrite coach, haulage, private hire and other fleet risks.

Surf and Protect

Surf and Protect offer a range of GAP insurance cover options for both business and private vehicles. Business vehicles cover options are: Finance GAP, which covers the difference between motor insurance payout and the amount required to settle the remaining finance secured on the vehicle; Invoice GAP, which covers the difference between your motor insurance payout and the amount originally paid for the vehicle; Contract Hire GAP, which covers the difference between your motor insurance payout and the amount required to settle the remaining balance of the contract hire / lease agreement. Business vehicles GAP insurance is available for cars, light vans, taxis, trucks ((up to 44t) and vans (3.5t to 7.5t). Private vehicles cover options are: Replacement GAP insurance - our flagship policy and provides the highest level of cover, Finance GAP, Invoice GAP and Retail Value GAP. For full details and information on the full range of insurance products available please see our website.

Tesco Compare

Tesco Compare car insurance products. Tesco can access big brand insurers that you won't find on other comparison sites!

Thatcham

Thatcham provide a unique range of products and services to the insurance and motor repair industries. Primarily, we conduct research and produce data . This data assists in the efficient, safe and cost effective repair of motor vehicles. Thatcham also work closely with vehicle manufacturers to influence the design of new vehicles. Our aim is to improve safety and security. Our research helps produce designs which limit damage, whilst improving the ease of repair following an accident.

The AA

However large or small your business, we have a range of services to help you manage your company vehicles, including insurance, vehicle management and breakdown cover.

The Van Website

The BEST PRICES on NEW, NEARLY NEW and USED VANS in the UK. Britains leading van & light commercial vehicle suppliers all on one website!

Towergate Risk Solutions

Towergate Risk Solutions will search the market to find you the best possible deal that meets your insurance needs. We can offer exclusive access to a wide range of specialist insurance products so that you can use us as your one-stop shop for all your insurance requirements. Ensure your company fleet is protected. We can offer the flexibility to insure all of your vehicles under one policy, with extensive cover for most vehicle types and uses.

Tradesure

Tradesure Insurance has been at the forefront of the insurance market since the company was established in 1965. Tradesure Motor Trade Insurance provides competitively priced insurance for traders working from home or premises, in whatever area of the motor trade they operate. Additional benefits include liability insurance, company demonstration cover and legal protection. With over 40 years motor trade insurance experience, Tradesure have established and maintained close relationships with a premier panel of insurers, while always putting you first when arranging your insurance. We are small enough to provide direct, expert advice from a UK based office, but large enough to have negotiated discounted rates not available from other companies. Call now for a quotation from a trade specialist in our UK offices.

Transport 09: Connections through Investment

Transport 09: Connections through Investment, the National Transport Conference will focus on the significant investment being made by the government. Find out how planned improvements in our transport infrastructure will join up the country through reliable, integrated transport links whilst also addressing the issue of sustainable transport initiatives. Speakers include Secretary of State for the Department for Transport; Michele Dix, Managing Director Planning - Transport for London; Graham Dalton, Chief Executive - Highways Agency and Bill Emery, Chief Executive - Office of Rail Regulation. When: Thursday 17th September Where: QEII Conference Centre, London

Unicom Insurance Ltd

UK company specialising in motor trade insurance. Unicom's dedicated sales team offer good advice and high levels of customer service. With the numerous schemes and wealth of experience it has gained over the years, Unicom has firmly established itself as one of the market leaders in its chosen areas.

Van Insurance

Companies offering van and light commercial vehicle insurance

Vannet Insurance

Vannet Insurance, part of the Autonet Insurance Group, has an enviable reputation for providing low cost, high quality insurance throughout the UK. Unbeatable van and truck insurance, from a single vehicle to a fleet. We are one of the country's largest independently owned insurance brokers and have formed excellent relationships with many of the UK's leading insurance companies. Every policy is individually tailored to match the requirements of the policyholder.

Whitman Gowdridge Insurance Brokers Ltd

Motor Fleet insurance both for cars and commercial vehicles. Specialising in all types of haulage insurance including couriers, for any type of vehicle for any type of use. Whitman Gowdridge Insurance Brokers have been servicing the insurance needs of the transport & haulage industry nationwide for many years and have developed a considerable understanding of the challenges with which the industry is faced. Continental & UK policies.

WNS Assistance

WNS Assistance is a market leader in motor claims outsourcing solutions for insurers, international brokers and commercial fleets, managing more than 200,000 motor claims each year. Complete accident management service for fleets of all sizes with vehicle types varying from private cars to public sector vehicles and from HGV's, commercial vehicles, buses and coaches to motorcycles. Fleet Direct, a brand new product from WNS Assistance, is targeted specifically at the fleet sector. WNS Fleet Direct does not involve a middleman and hence any middleman’s charges. Moreover, no repairer rebates are retained by WNS and ALL are returned to the client. We levy a single fixed-cost-per-repair charge and offer complete transparency in all our arrangements.In addition to this, on behalf of insurers we run a number of personal lines schemes for private motorists.

Zurich Insurance UK

Zurich Motor Fleet policy gives you cover for all vehicles from cars to lorries, with additional benefits depending on the cover you choose. It’s ideal if you have large domestic or international motor fleets. Our standard Motor Fleet policy provides cover for fleets of 15 vehicles or more, for all vehicle groupings from cars to lorries. The cover incorporates courtesy cars, a 24-hour recovery service, repairs through an authorised network and Uninsured Loss Recovery. With the policy cover and added value services provided, we aim to keep the policyholder on the road.

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The latest traffic information

M2 Medway Bridge, Kent: Maintenance Inspections

To ensure that the M2 Medway Bridge is effectively maintained, the Highways Agency will be inspecting the bridge near junctions 1 to 3 on the M2 in Rochester, Kent from Monday 15 March until the end of May. Work will take place first on the coastbound carriageway and then later on the London-bound carriageway. All [...]

Boost to Economy as £8 Million Improvement Work On M4 Start Early

Advance work to improve safety and tackle congestion on the M4 in Berkshire started this month. Work is now underway on an improvement scheme to the M4 between junction 8/9 at Maidenhead and junction 10 at Wokingham costing £8 million – £4 million of which is Government fiscal stimulus funding. The Highways Agency is strengthening [...]

Highways Agency to install protective screens on Woodway Lane footbridge after objects thrown from bridge

From next Monday, the Highways Agency will begin work to install protective screens on the Woodway Lane footbridge which crosses the M6 between Junction 2 (Coventry) and Junction 3 (Bedworth). This follows repeated incidents of objects being thrown from the bridge, resulting in more than ten vehicles being struck. A local partnership, including the Highways [...]

Good News for Motorists – M4 Works between J18 and 19 completed eight days ahead of schedule

Work to replace 4.3 miles of steel central reservation barrier with a safer concrete barrier between junction 18 (Bath) and 19 (M32 Bristol) of the M4 has been completed a week ahead of schedule and half a million pounds under budget. A combination of careful planning and good weather has helped the project team complete [...]

New traffic lights for A628/A57 junction, Hollingworth

The Highways Agency will be carrying out work to install new traffic lights at the junction of the A628 and A57 in Hollingworth Village near Glossop. Work will start on Monday, 22 March and will be completed on 30 April. As well as installing new traffic lights, work will also take place to provide pedestrian [...]

West Midlands motorway and trunk road maintenance programme 15-21 March 2010

M6 Junction 14 (Stafford North) to Junction 13 (Stafford South) The southbound M6 between junction 14 and junction 13 will be closed overnight from 8.00pm to 6.00am from Saturday 20 March to Sunday 21 March for the removal of narrow lanes as part of hard shoulder strengthening. This will include the entry slip road at [...]

Yorkshire and the Humber Roadworks Update; Saturday 13 March to Friday 19 March

M1, Junction 30 (Barlborough) to Junction 31 (Aston), south of Sheffield Slight delays are expected on the M1 between Junction 30 (Barlborough) and Junction 31 (Aston) due to sign repair work. There will be two lanes closed on the northbound carriageway overnight from 9pm on 18 March until 5am on 19 March. M1, Junction 32 [...]

Overnight closures to install bridge beams over the A421

The project to improve safety and cut congestion on the A421 between Bedford and the M1 at Junction 13 moves a step forward next week, Monday 15 March, weather permitting, when work will begin to place the beams on the two new bridges at Marsh Leys Junction. The bridges are being built to carry the [...]

Roadworks information for Highways Agency roads in Cumbria and North Lancashire – 7 days beginning Monday 15th March 2010

ONGOING SCHEMES A595 West Lakes Science Park to Bigrigg (resurfacing and drainage) – traffic signals for resurfacing and drainage works. Work continues until the 26th March. M6 (Cumbria) Between Junctions 39 and 40 Shap to Penrith (bridge works) – various lane closures and contraflow in both directions for bridge improvements. Work continues until the 26th [...]

Roadworks information for Highways Agency roads in Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire and South Lancashire – 7 days beginning Monday 15th March 2010

ONGOING SCHEMES M57 Junction 2 to Junction 1 Prescot to Huyton (safety system) – overnight closure southbound from 22.00 to 05.00 between Monday 15th March and 19th March for installation of the MIDAS traffic safety system. M53 & A41 M53 Junction 4 to Junction 5 Bebington to Ellesmere Port and A41 junction with M53 Junction [...]

Highways Agency meet with project partners and local residents to address M6 work concerns

The Highways Agency are working closely with Walsall Council and the residents who live closest to the M6 roadworks near Junction 10 (Walsall) to find solutions to their concerns and develop new ways of working for the remainder of the project. Last week, the Highways Agency met with project partners Carillion and Mouchel at the [...]

North East roadworks update – 13th March – 19th March

A1M, Junction 62, County Durham Slight delays are expected overnight on the A1M at Junction 62 for CCTV camera installation works. There will be one lane open north and southbound on the slip roads and circulatory between 8pm and 6am. The works will take place until 13 March. A1 Newcastle Gateshead Western Bypass, [...]

M25 widening making good progress – work to start between junctions 18 and 21

The next stage of a major construction project to widen the M25 in Hertfordshire is being marked by public exhibition at Hunton Bridge in Abbots Langley. The Highways Agency is widening the motorway from three lanes to four between junction 16, for the M40, and junction 23, for the A1(M). The M25 is also being [...]

Good News For Motorists – Mere A303 Works Completing Nine Days Ahead Of Schedule

Major resurfacing and maintenance work on the A303 near Mere is being completed nine days ahead of schedule and around £1 million under budget. All traffic management and diversion routes will be lifted by the evening of Friday, March 12 marking the end of these major works in Wiltshire. A combination of careful planning and [...]

Driver Advice Crufts 11-14 March 2010

Visitors to Crufts this week are being advised by the Highways Agency to plan their journey and allow plenty of time to get to the event. With around 150,000 people expected to attend the show, surrounding roads, particularly the M42 and M6, are likely to be very busy. The Highways Agency has had the electronic [...]

Work to repair A47 carriageway

Repairs to a section of the A47 west of Dereham are set to start on Thursday 11 March. The work involves replacing several concrete carriageway slabs with an asphalt surface on the westbound carriageway as well as repairs to Scarning Bridge on both east and westbound carriageways.   The work will be carried out between 8pm [...]

Smoother road surface for the A46 at Winthorpe, Nottinghamshire

A scheme to resurface the Winthorpe roundabout, and repair sections of the A46 carriageway near Winthorpe will start on Monday, 22 March. The work will take place overnight between 8pm and 6am for four nights, but while the resurfacing and carriageway patching repairs take place there will be lane and carriageway closures. From Monday 22 [...]

A500 Stoke on Trent (Etruria to Porthill) improvement update

Work on the A500 Etruria to Porthill improvement scheme is continuing on schedule despite setbacks caused by the recent adverse weather. The majority of street lighting columns have been erected and work to reconstruct the footpath is ongoing. From next week, as announced in the original notification of works, the speed limit through the roadworks [...]

Weekly Summary of Roadworks for M25 – 11/03/2010

A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work All dates and times subject to weather conditions M25 Widening M25  junction 27 The anti clockwise link road leading to the M11 northbound will be closed overnight for 11 nights from 10.00pm to 05.30am from Monday 15 March 2010 until Friday 26 March [...]

Weekly Summary of Roadworks in Kent & Sussex – 11/03/2010

A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work All of the following work is dependent on suitable weather conditions. M20 Junction 8 Ashford Road The A20 Ashford Road Bridge, which runs above the M20 junction 8 overbridge will be closed until mid March. The work is being carried out in order [...]