Three considerations when buying motor trade insurance
Making sure you have the right insurance is essential these days, and not all policies are created equally. Whatever role you play within the industry – whether you are buying, selling, repairing or valeting vehicles – it is imperative that your insurance is correct if you want to maintain your customers’ confidence.
Here is a look at some of the key questions you should ask when considering motor trade insurance.
Options
There are so many options out there that you may not know where to begin. Here are the top three questions that can help you get started.
Consider your location
What is motor trade insurance and what will work best for you? You should consider cover that is specific to the motor trade called “road risks“, which offers protection on the road while driving customers’ cars or unsold ones. Keep in mind that a Road Risks Only policy doesn’t cover vehicles kept at a business address. It is imperative that your insurance policy includes cover for your premises if own a showroom, for example.
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Pay attention to details
When deciding on your insurance, keep the basics in mind, such as who will be driving the vehicles and what sort of vehicles they are. For example, some policies include restrictions on the type of vehicles covered. You must also remember to inform your broker if you work on anything unusual, such as performance cars, commercial vehicles, motorbikes or agricultural vehicles such as tractors. Also consider who will be using the vehicles; will it be named drivers or cover for everyone who works in the organisation? It’s vital that you provide your broker with as much information as possible, especially if you employ apprentices or people under 25 years of age.
These policies come with something called an indemnity level, a figure that is a maximum amount an insurer will pay out should a claim be made. Remember that if the value of such a claim is higher, you may have to put your hand in your pocket. If you think your indemnity level is too low, speak to your broker, who will be able to give you professional advice on the risks associated with your business. It’s important you have the correct level of cover, so be sure to do your research!
