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What is GAP Insurance?

If you are unfortunate enough to write-off your vehicle completely, or it is stolen, you could be left out of pocket when it comes to making an insurance claim. Fortunately, there is insurance cover that can help.  GAP Insurance is an acronym for ‘Guaranteed Asset Protection’ and it covers the financial gap between the actual […]

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How to make a car insurance claim

Needing to make a car insurance claim, for whatever reason, is a hassle you could do without! Our helpful claims service aims to get you back on the road (and earning again!) as quickly and painlessly as possible.Our knowledgeable UK based call centre is on hand 24/7 to help you during a stressful time. Why […]

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Thinking of switching to Electric Vans?

Electric vehicles involve both environmental and economic based considerations. Reducing urban pollution and our carbon footprint is one reason for investing in electric vehicles (EVs). As detailed in The Road to Zero strategy, the Government’s ambition is to end the sale of new conventional petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2040. The target is […]

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Halloween shouldn’t spell disaster

Three reasons why couriers need to be careful … Make no bones about it, the end of October means one thing: it’s time to eat, drink and be scary, as Halloween is upon us once again! But that also means darker nights, dreary weather and dreadful driving conditions. Halloween originated from the ancient Celtic end-of-harvest […]

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Tread carefully during Tyre Safety Month

If your tyres don’t stop you, what will? That is the message being promoted during tyre safety month this October. Tyre safety is of vital importance each and every day, and this is specifically highlighted during the month of October for the Tyre Safety Month campaign run by tyresafe.org. According to statistics from Tyre Safe, […]

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Our top ten tips for reducing on the road costs

For most of us, it’s not getting any easier to make ends meet, especially when running a business as a courier. With fuel prices at an all-time high1, inflation rising at the highest rate for 40 years2 and the cost of second-hand vehicles hitting an unprecedented level,3 we understand the pressures you are under. Whilst […]

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Motor Fleet Risk Management

Managing a motor fleet can be exhausting work. Whether your fleet consists of three or more vehicles, managing their collective risk can feel like a thankless task. While you’re addressing one specific risk, different risks can arise which also demand your attention. It is a constant juggling act. However, instead of addressing risks as they […]

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DRIVING IN THE EU AFTER 1st JANUARY 2021

Last Updated 19th October 2021 The United Kingdom left the EU on 31st January 2020 and entered a transition period which ended on 31st December 2020. The UK Government agreed a trade agreement prior to the end of the transition period so a no deal scenario was avoided. Motorists were still required to carry a […]

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