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Copart Braced For Extra Vehicle Recovery Once Storm Dennis Hits UK

Leading salvage company Copart, which looks after vehicle recovery for 21 of the UK’s top 25 insurers, has instigated its emergency surge management plan in readiness for Storm Dennis this weekend. Heavy rain, flooding and […]

Insurance & Reinsurance

Doppelganger Cars; Shared Parts + Badge/Branding = Bigger Margins

Ever wondered how many cars are doppelgangers? They often share engines, chassis components and more, which can mean owners are paying a heck of extra cash for pretty much the same machine under the skin. […]

Household Insurance

No More Throwaway & Replace. Recycle & Repair is the New Insurance Policy

Allianz Insurance has launched a partnership with Plastic Surgeon, a specialist restoration company that focusses on engineered repairs to surface damage, rather than replacement. The partnership with Plastic Surgeon will bring many benefits including significant […]

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AutoProtect Acquires DealTrak, Looks To Expand in 2020

AutoProtect Group has announced the appointment of a new CEO as well as the addition of automotive fintech firm DealTrak to its existing portfolio of motor assets. Owned by Correlation Investments Limited (CIL), AutoProtect Group […]

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Direct Line Buys Weybridge Service Centre, Expands its DLG Auto Arm

Direct Line Group has today announced that they’ve acquired a new Auto Service centre in Weybridge. The accident repair centre will increase the Group’s capacity within its wholly owned DLG Auto Services network bringing additional […]

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ABI Highlights Winter Risks For UK Home & Business Owners

As the clocks go back this weekend, the Association of British Insurers is reminding home and business owners to make sure their property is winter ready. Insurers pay out £14.3 million to home and business […]

InsureTech

Driverless: Thatcham Strives to Set Indusry Standards on ADAS Repairs

Following the launch of industry-first ADAS repair guidelines in May, Thatcham Research is today announcing new IMI-accredited ADAS calibration training designed to close an emerging skills gap. Thatcham Research, along with other industry stakeholders, worked closely with […]

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Confused.com Survey Reveals Survival Chances for Solo Tradespersons

Starting a new trade business is an ambitious endeavour. It isn’t easy going self-employed, buying equipment, a van perhaps, plus the insurance you need to trade in a particular sector, like gardening, automotove repairs, joinery, […]