Female-friendly car insurance firms accused of charging over the odds

Tue, 14 Sep 2010

Specialist car insurance firms that promise cheap deals for women often charge over the odds for cover, it has been claimed.

Research conducted by confused.com has revealed that self-anointed female-friendly firms can charge hundreds of pounds more than mainstream insurers, the Independent reports.

Indeed, the website observed that specialist providers seldom offer the best deals.

Will Thomas, head of motor insurance at confused.com, told the publication: "Statistically, women drivers are the safest on UK road, and it is no surprise that some providers have created specific brands and bespoke policy offerings with the intention of attracting this market."

In fact, official Home Office figures show that over the past five years, male drivers in the UK have accounted for 94 per cent of all car accidents involving death or bodily harm.

Furthermore, male motorists were found to have accounted for 97 per cent of all dangerous driving convictions and 83 per cent of all speeding convictions.

Earlier this week, an article appearing on myfinances.co.uk advised Britons to take their time to get a number of car insurance quotes before signing on the dotted line with a particular provider.
add to favouritesnewsletterlink to this pagesend to friendpost comments

Link to this page




Simplyhealth Dental Plan

Affordable cover from only £7.50 per month. Join now and get first month FREE

Health cover, life insurance and PMIProtect Your Health

Find Critical illness, Life and Private Medical Insurance PMI policies.

Save money on your mortgageSave on Your Mortgage

Would you like to save money on your mortgage? Fill out our quick mortgage enquiry form.