Music and sneezing a hazard for drivers
16 May 2012
Wed, 24 Jan 2007
Norwich Union, one of the foremost insurance companies in the UK, are now selling their ‘pay as you drive’ car insurance scheme online. The scheme requires the policyholder to fit their car with a telematics system in the form of a black box.
Following successful pilot schemes over the last few years, the insurance scheme is now available online. The scheme is divided into two, one version for motorists under the age of 24, and the other for those between 24-65 years old.
When customers sign up for the scheme, they will receive a monthly bill that is based on the usage of their car . The cost will be based on the time of day, the type of road and the mileage covered. The bills will come itemized, with each journey’s premiums calculated.
The scheme, according to Iain Napier, the director of Pay As You Drive, said: We have received terrific feedback and take-up of the policy since we launched three months ago. Buying online is just the latest step for Pay As You Drive insurance.
The news does raise concern about levels of corporate interference in personal lives, with many Britons reporting that they would be unwilling to take this step. With many car buyers turning to car finance, some consumers will be looking to save every penny they can.
