Latest research from Association of the British Insurers revealed that wintry start of the year 2010 resulted in £395m in the car insurance payouts to drivers. 268,400 claims were reported by the drivers due to accidents on the icy roads. Post Office Car insurance is warning the drivers of the damages that are caused due to the harsh winters as they may continue to rise even when the temperatures rise in future because of the potholes that are there on the roads of UK.
Latest figures by Asphalt Industry Alliance estimated that total number of potholes has increased by around 32% as compared to last year. It also potentially increased the chances of the motorists making more car insurance claims due to the poor conditions of the roads. In light of such findings, Post Office Car insurance is offering advice to UK drivers to stay away from the costly claims. One piece of advice includes that these drivers should check their vehicle tyres if they think that they have just crossed a deep pothole. The drivers should check inner and outer tyres in such case.
The insurance company further warns the drivers not to turn a blind eye to the repairs of their damaged cars. Failing to maintain the vehicle can lead to the vehicle being considered as unworthy for the road and invalidation of the insurance polices too. Therefore, it is important for the drivers to be vigilant while being behind the wheels so that they can avoid huge bills of insurance companies.
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