A UK car insurance provider has advised drivers to consider adding breakdown cover to their annual insurance policy in order to cut the costs of running a car.
The summer is set to be an expensive one for those in their own transport, according to recent reports from the AA. Some reports estimate that drivers in the UK are paying an extra £6.14 million for fuel every day in comparison to the beginning of 2006.
Research from online comparison website whatprice.co.uk reveals that a typical three-door petrol car covering 12,000 miles per year now costs over £2,500 annually to run.
Liverpool Victoria estimates that Britain's motorists could save £250 million by opting for a car insurance policy with the option of adding breakdown cover, instead of paying a direct subscription to a motoring association.
Though not all policies offer an option to add breakdown cover, the friendly society claims that those that do could save drivers up to £55 per year.
Nigel Snell, head of external affairs at Liverpool Victoria, said: "We recognise that Britain's drivers who join motoring associations directly do receive a valuable service.
"However, millions of motorists could save significantly by extending their existing motor insurance policy to include breakdown cover, rather than joining a motoring association directly."
With the summer holiday season and soaring temperatures looming, Liverpool Victoria advises motorists driving long distances to ensure they are well prepared for a breakdown.
Car insurance can offer breakdown savings
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Car insurance can offer breakdown savings
Mon, 17 Jul 2006
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