Motor
Insurance sector "still in the game" to cover driverless cars
But regulation around autonomous vehicles needs to change, says LMA's David Powell.
Markerstudy in takeover discussions with Qatar Re – report
Insurance Insider reveals possible deal for Gibraltar-based insurer.
Tempcover completes £13.3m MBO
Deal backed by private equity firm Connection Capital.
Losses narrow to £3.48m at Sure Thing! in 2017
Gross written premium and policy numbers stable at the broker.
InsurTech Futures: Start-up InsurePal to launch UK motor offering in 2018
Peer-to-peer insurer aims to raise £15m in funding through an Initial Coin Offering.
Das teams up with VM Insurance on recreational vehicle product
The bespoke product for campervans and motorhomes will be available to the broker market.
The stats: December 2017 - The Acturis Premium Index
The third quarter saw notable increases in the Acturis stats, both by size of average premium and the number of lines rising
Covéa refreshes commercial vehicle product
The insurer said the changes were targeted to attract ‘white van man’ and would be offered to an increased number of brokers.
Allianz launches e-trade mini fleet product
Product targets SMEs with fleets of up to 15 vehicles.
EY predicts motor profitability for 2018
Changes to the Ogden rate and whiplash reforms are set to contribute to putting motor insurance back into profit.
Midas takes on Direct Group’s commercial business
Midas, part of Ardonagh Group, will take over Direct’s specialist business as it looks to grow GWP to £100m.
Sabre announces Stock Exchange float
The insurer expects to raise around £213m from the London Stock Exchange float.
Review: Keeping the wheels on the bus
QBE Minibus Insurance
Bollington launches MGA
Anjuna Underwriting to write motor business through Bollington's wholesale network.
Pukka’s Sam White launches Freedom Brokers
The broker will focus on motor and will be based in Cheadle, Manchester.
Quizzical Questions: 13 October 2017
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Broking success: Marc Loud, Park Insurance
All the fun of the fair: Park Insurance’s partner Marc Loud explains how his firm, as well as writing more traditional lines, also works with circuses, fairgrounds, theme parks, barbershops and lap dancing bars
Vantage GWP hits £48m following deal
The broker recently bought Maybury James and has its sights on two other niche brokers.
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.