Accurately estimate your mileage. If you’re over 60 or have retired, you may be driving fewer miles than you used to. The lower your estimated mileage, the more your could save, so try to be as accurate as you can. Make sure you don't underestimate your mileage though, as this could invalidate your policy.
Make sure your occupation is correct. Insurers use your job title to help calculate the cost of your insurance. So make sure you choose ‘retired’ – if that applies to you – instead of ‘unemployed’. On average, drivers in their 60s who put 'retired' as their occupation pay £265.28, compared to £436.26 for those who put 'unemployed'3.
You should also remember to let your insurer know if you retire during your policy.
Avoid auto-renewal and compare quotes as you may find a better deal elsewhere. Remember, it's compulsory for insurers to show you how much you paid for your policy the previous year. This makes it easier to work out if you’re paying more or less to renew. Our data suggests that the best time to buy a new policy is 26 days before your renewal date3.
Pay annually rather than monthly for your insurance if you can. You could save up to 16%3 by choosing to pay annually, as insurers normally add fees and interest to monthly payments.
Consider a telematics policy. These types of policies are often aimed at young drivers who have less experience on the road, but they could also be worth considering if you're over 60. If you have a low annual mileage, you might find a better deal with a pay-per-mile black box policy than a traditional car insurance policy.
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3Based on Confused.com data February 2023 - May 2023