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I managed to save over £160
I managed to save over £160 using your van insurance comparison. Being self employed, saving money where I can really helps, thanks
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Do I need van insurance?
Your wheels are your livelihood, whether you're carrying precious cargo or the tools of the trade
Dave Jenkins, journalist and van expert -
What cover do I need?
If you're delivering or moving someone else's cargo then you'll need carriage of goods for hire and reward cover. This is split into two distinct categories, haulage or courier
Dave Jenkins, journalist and van expert -
Advice if you have an accident in your van
Be prepared - ensure you've always got a first aid kit plus pen and paper handy in your glove box. If you're driving a lot at night, a torch is a wise addition to your inventory, too
Dave Jenkins, journalist and van expert -
Advice if you have an accident in your van
It's vital - not to mention a legal requirement - to stop and, having checked if anyone is hurt, call an ambulance and the police. Keep that phone out - take pictures of the scene from as many angles as is safely possible
Dave Jenkins, journalist and van expert -
Will a van accident affect no claims on my domestic policy?
Not likely, but a driver is obliged to disclose any incidents, claims or losses to any insurer which they seek cover from as this allows the insurer to accurately rate the risk and prevents any issues come a claim or renewal
Lynne Clark, claims controller at Eldon Insurance Services -
Van driving tips
I guess there is an unwritten rule, van drivers let van drivers out… At the end of the day, just be friendly. Be courteous to other road users and that's it, it's nice to be nice
Dave Jenkins, journalist and van expert -
How to keep your van safe
External locks such as wheel nut locks and fuel cap locks will ensure your costly wheels and fuel stay in one piece, while door locks (including deadbolts, slam locks and Armaplate locks) are ideal if your job requires getting in and out of your van a lot
Mark Greening, Gocompare.com -
How to keep your van safe
Consider bulkheads placed between the driver and the load of the vehicle to prevent thieves climbing over the seats and accessing your cargo… Vaults and safes are ideal storage units which can be removed easily
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How to keep your van safe
Advertising your logo and contact details on your van is likely to detract thieves from the vehicle, if not from its contents… A branded van is less likely to go missing and, should it be stolen, it could be located quicker than an unbranded vehicle
Mark Greening, Gocompare.com
Why choose Gocompare.com's van insurance comparison service?
We compare the policies and prices of 41 insurance brands in one quick and easy search to help you find the right product at the right price - our customers can save up to £793.56*, with policies available for personal and for business use.
Get the answers to all your questions on insurance for your van by reading our guides
Our simple-to-use forms will ask for your basic personal details and driving history, plus information on the vehicle to be insured, where it will be kept and the sort of cover you require.
Whether you're looking to use the van for social or commercial use, our service makes it easy to find the product that you want with options for social only, carriage of own goods, carriage of goods for hire or reward, and haulage.
You can find out more about the differences between such products in our van insurance guides, where you'll also find the answers to frequently asked questions.
Our guides offer more information on key areas of van cover, including an introduction to the basics, a run-through of the way that quotes are calculated, a look at optional extras, and tips for saving money on your premiums.
There's also plenty to read on specialist areas such as whether you need business or private insurance, the running costs of a van against a car, and a guide to telling whether you need van or car insurance - a common area of difficulty for those with dual-purpose vehicles such as double cab pickups.
Did you know...?
- Research from the Association of Chief Police Officers Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (AVCIS) in February 2011 found that the most frequently stolen vehicle in the UK was the Ford Transit
