Motor
Aviva "disappointed" after watchdog bans Aviva Drive app ad
The Advertising Standard's Authority stated that the ad featuring ex-Formula One driver David Coulthard promotes irresponsible driving.
Aston Scott and Lark confirm new management structure
Appointments follow the completion of the merger of the two brokers.
Axa updates motor trade SME policy
Insurer lists enhancements as including no claims bonus protection option and cover for misfuelling.
GDPR a real concern for brokers
Brokers urged to implement change now or risk heavy fines.
Insurers could be hit with £100m GDPR bill
Brokers urged to seek consent from customers and a put plan in place.
ERS launches agriculture operations team
Insurer says move follows feedback from brokers wanting easy access to its agricultural operations.
Regional review: Romford
Specialist market: The Romford area is home to many specialist brokers and traditional local players, but is its proximity to London a help or a hindrance?
In-depth - Personal lines: Technological revolution
Coplus director Jason Tripp asks ’is a technology revolution in personal lines claims long overdue?’
The stats: September 2017 - The Acturis Premium Index
Ups and downs in the Acturis Premium Index for the second quarter of 2017
ABI slams “unnecessary, unworkable and unfair” motor ruling
ABI warns that owners of vehicles like golf buggies and motorised lawnmowers could be forced to take out third party insurance unless the European Commission takes action.
New motor fleet MGA launched
TeleFleet to build offering using telematics data.
Quizzical questions: 18 August 2017
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Quizzical questions: 11 August 2017
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Ogden pushes ERS to “disappointing” trading loss of £13m
The COR was reported as 107.6% and GWP also fell as CEO says the results were driven by changes outside of the insurer’s control.
Hastings shows growth in first half of 2017
The firm posted GWP growth of 28% and noted that the Ogden rate change had generated more activity for the business on aggregators.
Slight profit fall for Carole Nash in 2016
Turnover was up to £27.5m for the full year from £26.4m in 2015.
Alps unveils motorcycle personal accident product
Two types of cover with separate limits of indemnity are available to policyholders.
Direct Line Group posts growing profit
Insurer reveals rising profits and GWP, despite £49m discount rate hit.
Markerstudy launches HNW scheme
New offering to cover prestige motor vehicles including classic cars and motorhomes.
Marmalade launches new young driver policy
Product covers young drivers when they are driving a family member's car.
InsurTech Futures: CDL set to launch chatbot solution
New offering to help brokers interact with customers through digital channels.
Broker Ignition Select calls in administrators
Around 70 people are understood to be facing redundancy at the Ipswich-based broker.
InsurTech Futures: Start-up broker Zego raises £1.2m in funding
Pay-as-you-go broker targets drivers working for sharing economy companies.
Blog: Getting a new perspective on prestige motor insurance
Team ERS completed Gumball 3000 and lived to tell the tale. Now it’s time to share their learnings for brokers.