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Car hire users warned about ski insurance

Sixt rent a car News — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:52:20 +0000

Brits heading on ski breaks this winter have been warned to safeguard themselves against financial heartache.

Mike Pickard, head of travel insurance for esure, has warned that car hire users heading to the slopes could be left out of pocket if they have an accident.

He said: “It doesn’t matter whether you’re a novice or perfectly at home on the black runs, accidents do happen on the slopes and it’s crucial to make sure you’re fully covered with quality insurance that includes specific winter sports cover.”

Mr Pickard also said that those with cover should also check the small print of their document before setting off.

The insurance firm revealed that a helicopter evacuation from the ski slopes could cost around £1,500.

Last month, the AA called for the closure of a travel insurance loophole which leaves people booking flights and accommodation separately out of pocket should their tour operator go bust.

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Car hire users unsure over winter sports cover

Sixt rent a car News — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:58:33 +0000

Many Britons heading abroad on winter sports trips do not realise that they may be covered on a traditional travel insurance policy, an expert has said.

Many holidaymakers do not realise that a normal insurance policy covers them for winter sports, it has been suggested.

Mark Mason, senior design manager for InsureandGo, said that a large number of people, such as users of car hire in France, believe that a separate policy is required for trips involving activities such as skiing.

However, he also commented that those failing to take out any cover before heading abroad for a winter sports break could leave themselves open to financial troubles, should any mishaps occur.

He explained: “Basically, they will not be covered. So if they are skiing and they break a leg or ankle, they will have to pay for everything themselves because they are not covered by insurance.”

Elsewhere, Tim Holmes, show manager of the Metro Ski & Snowboard Show, has said that ski and snowboarding breaks are unlikely to be too badly affected by the economic downturn, as people have a passion for these activities.

Car hire users warned about uninsured motorists

Sixt rent a car News — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:16:37 +0000

A motoring expert has warned drivers about getting behind the wheel without a valid insurance policy, saying this could result in fines and points being put on their licence.

Users of car hire in London have been warned over the dangerous of insured drivers.

Will Thomas, head of motoring at Confused.com, stated that, according to figures from the Motor Insurers’ Bureau, these individuals injure around 460 people each week.

He said: “The insurance industry had to pay out £400 million for the innocent victims last year, which translated into £30 on every honest driver’s insurance policy.”

Mr Thomas added that estimates suggest that there are around 243,000 uninsured drivers on the roads, users of London car hire may be concerned to hear.

He said that young people in particular must be more aware of the penalties for this, which include fines of up to £5,000 and as many as eight points being put on a person’s licence.

This warning comes shortly after the MIB launched its Stay Insured campaign, which aims to cut the number of motorists getting behind the wheel without cover.

Swinton warns London car hire users about vehicle crime

Sixt rent a car News — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:31:17 +0000

An insurance firm has commented that vehicle crime may increase during the autumn, advising users of London car hire to take some simple steps to safeguard themselves against becoming victims.

Users of London car hire have been warned that the autumn is a popular time for thieves to operate.

According to Swinton, insurance claims in relation to vehicle crime tend to rise during September, October and November.

Steve Chelton, insurer development manager at the company, advised that extra precautions should be taken during these months, suggesting that this could avoid distress for London car hire users.

He said: “Being a victim of car crime can be very distressing and, by following simple precautions, it may deter thieves from identifying your car as their next target.”

According to the company, motorists should ensure that valuables are not on show when they leave their vehicle and it should be left locked in a well-lit area.

The firm carried out a study which showed that 28 per cent of the 1,000 participants said they were most worried about their cars during the autumn months.

Last week, Andrew Howard, head of public affairs for the AA, suggested that the government’s crack down on insured drivers could make the roads safer.