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  Van insurance claims could fall as police crackdown on people using iPods behind the wheel

  A recent study suggests an increasing number of motorists on UK roads are using mp3 players whilst behind the wheel. This has resulted in police forces across the UK launching a crackdown to tackle this dangerous behaviour.

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  Van insurance claims rise as thieves steal van parts to sell on

  The rising price of platinum has lead to van parts - such as catalytic convertors - becoming a target for thieves across the UK. Catalytic convertors can currently be sold as scrap for around £150; however...

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  Fears that the end of the “war on motorists” could see accidents rise

  Within days of becoming the new Transport Secretary, Philip Hammond announced plans to end Labours so-called “war on motorists” declaring, “motoring has got to get greener but the car is not going to go away”.

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  2010 van sale forecast increased due to higher than expected sales

  The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) have announced amendments to the number of van sales it previously thought would occur in 2010.

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  New International Road Transport Guide could help van drivers keep safe abroad

  Van owners who drive abroad could benefit from the new International Road Transport Guide, which has been published by the Freight Transport Association (FTA).

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  Van Code of Excellence could help lower van insurance prices

  The number of vans on UK roads has increased by 40% in the past decade according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA); this sharp increase has lead to calls...

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  Van sales in the UK rise for the third consecutive month

  March 2010 saw a significant rise in the number of people purchasing vans in the UK. Paul Everitt, chief executive at the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) announced...

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  “Showroom Tax” could hit van drivers hard

  A new tax came into effect on 1 April 2010 which could leave those looking to purchase a new van out of pocket.

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  “Crash for Cash” leads to higher van insurance prices

  Recent years have seen an increase in the amount of fraudulent van insurance claims as the numbers of “crash for cash” cases rise. “Crash for cash” is the term used when a criminal causes an accident and makes it look like another driver’s fault.

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