Tesco Compare – Does it Offer Anything New?

The recently launched Tesco Compare online insurance website has been much feted by the giant supermarket chain. The question is does it offer anything new to motorists searching for the best motor deal on the market.
We have already seen the growth of insurance aggregators such as MoneySupermarket.com, Confused.com, and uSwitch et al. This proliferation of comparison [...]

Escalating Fuel Prices

Regardless of the size of petrol or diesel powered vehicle you drive, you can’t help but notice the rising price of fuel at the pumps.
In the south east of England we are now paying up to 105.9 for a litre of fuel! I watch in horror as the spinning counters on the pump show that [...]

Ferrari 430 Scuderia

4308cc V8, 510bhp at 8500rpm, 347lb ft at 5250rpm, 198mph, 0-62mph in under 3.6 seconds, £172,500.
The above numbers really mean nothing in themselves… They say a picture paints a thousand words… so here goes…..

For those individuals who are lucky enough to get behind the wheel of the 430 Scuderia, the experience of driving a Ferrari which laps quicker than [...]

Insurance Word of The Week (3)

For our third week, we have chosen - Actuary.
Definition
An insurance professional skilled in the analysis, evaluation and management of statistical information. Evaluates insurance firms’ reserves, determines rates and rating methods, and determines other business and financial risks.
Alternatively….
Actuaries provide commercial, financial and prudential advice on the management of assets and liabilities – especially where long term management [...]

Porsche Close to Majority Ownership of VW?!

I read with continued interest the story of Porsche AG attempts to secure the majority ownership of VW.
Hang on a minute…. Niche sports and performance car manufacturer Porsche is seeking a majority ownership stake in motor manufacturing behemoth VW?
Most recently the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled against a 47-year old law protecting Volkswagen from a hostile [...]

Insurance Term of the Week (2)

For our second week, we have chosen - ACCIDENTAL DEATH BENEFIT (ADB).
Definition
A supplementary life insurance policy benefit that provides a death benefit in addition to the policy’s basic death benefit if the insured’s death occurs as the result of an accident. 
Key Features

All benefits are paid in addition to any other policy or family income entitlement.
All cash [...]

Speed Camera Rules Have Changed – Did You Know?

If you are anything like me you will probably be unaware of the recent changes to the rules governing speed cameras….
The rules regarding the positioning and colour of speed cameras changed in April (2007). Speed or “safety” cameras, as the Government calls them, no longer have to be painted yellow, or be visible from 60m (200ft), [...]