Whether you’re 17 or 70, car insurance is a legal requirement - and it works in the same way for everyone. But being caught without it as a teenage driver could land you in serious trouble, and might even see you lose your licence. So make sure you’re fully insured before getting behind the wheel.
Compare quotes with us today and we can help find you a deal that suits your needs. Or read on for everything you need to know about getting cover as a 17-year-old driver.
While car insurance is expensive for 17-year-olds, there are things you can do to help lower the costs:
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If you’re driving your parents’ car, they can add you as a named driver and this can be a good way of keeping costs down. Or you can get them added to your policy as a named driver. However, your parents need to be aware that if you make a claim, it will affect their no claims bonus.
It’s also important that any named driver on a policy isn’t the main driver of the car. ‘Fronting’ is illegal and could invalidate your policy.
lets you prove you’re a safe driver, and save money on your policy, even if you’re inexperienced or seen as high risk.
offers cover for owners of classic cars. For insurance purposes, a classic car can be any car that’s older than 15 years.
covers you if you use your car for work, including travelling between offices or across the country.
Getting your first car insurance policy at 17 can be expensive. This is because insurers traditionally see new drivers as higher risk. There are ways you can help bring the cost down though. For starters, consider a black box policy just for your first year or two driving while you build some experience. Or if you're on the lookout for your first car, think about choosing one with a less powerful engine in a lower insurance group.
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