Law-Abiding Motorists Are Footing the Bill For Uninsured Drivers
According to Sainsbury’s Car Insurance, nearly half a million people have driven on UK roads in the past year without car insurance and honest, law abiding motorists are footing the bill.
The firm claims that motorists with insurance policies are paying an extra £500 million to cover the cost of accidents caused by uninsured drivers.
Ben Tyte, spokesman for Sainsbury’s Car Insurance, told the Ayrshire Post that many people have simply cut back their insurance coverage due to the recession. He stated, “Those that do are breaking the law and are a real menace on our roads. They cost honest motorists an extra £30 a year in premiums.”
Mr. Tyte concluded that greater use of automatic number plate recognition technology was helping police catch more uninsured drivers, something which could have a positive impact.
Adrian Flux Insurance services said that consumers should shop around before renewing their policy, if they are looking to save money on their motor insurance.