The cost of car insurance
The UK has some of the highest motor insurance premiums in Europe - why?
Money Box · BBC Radio 4
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Show Notes
According to the Association of British Insurers, average motor insurance premiums dropped by 1% last year. But the experiences of many Money Box listeners tell a different story.
Louise Cooper and panel discuss why the cost of car insurance is so high.
How do insurers work your premium out? Is it ever a good idea to stick with your existing provider? And how common is it for young people to pay more for their insurance than the cost of their vehicle?
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Joining Louise on the panel: David Williams - Technical Director at AXA Insurance Amanda Stretton - Motoring Editor, Confused.com Neil Hart - Client Services Director at Consumer Intelligence
Producer: Alex Lewis + Linda Walker Editor: John Murphy