News Tag: AA
February 12, 2010
The AA has launched a new credit card with a 0% interest rate on retail spending for 10 months.
The card, available exclusively through moneysupermarket.com, offers the 0% rate on all purchases including motoring and fuel.
Consumers can also take advantage of a 0% rate on balance transfers for 12 months, subject to a 3% handling fee.
The card also provides ...
AA Credit Card: 0% on purchases for 10 months
by David Masters
February 3, 2010
According to the BBC, workers at the AA may strike for the first time since the organisation was established over a century ago.
The vehicle breakdown service, which advertises itself as the fourth emergency service, is in a dispute over pensions and thousands of employees are to be balloted.
The GMB union said its members had reacted ''adversely'' to planned changes to their pension ...
AA workers in strike ballot
by Kay Murchie
October 26, 2009
The AA has told motorists to brace themselves for a sharp increase in motor insurance premiums.
Research by the organisation found the average premium for comprehensive insurance has increased by 14% in the last 12 months, the biggest rise in 15 years.
Simon Douglas, AA Insurance director, said consumers should expect to be hit by this increase when their car insurance comes up from ...
Car insurance premiums to skyrocket
by David Masters
August 11, 2009
The AA has secured the accolade of Which? magazine's top breakdown provider for the third year running.
Customers polled by the consumer advice magazine gave the AA an average rating of 86% for customer satisfaction, level of service, and whether they would recommend the company to a friend.
"Holding on to top position for three years running reflects our ongoing investment in ...
Which? magazine: AA best for breakdown insurance
by David Masters
July 31, 2009
Car insurance premiums increased 3.5% over the past three months, research by the AA has discovered. The typical quote for annual comprehensive insurance cover now stands at £778.13, according to the AA British Insurance Premium Index. This is 11% more than 12 months ago. Home insurance premiums also increased in the second quarter, up 2.5% on quarter one, to an average of £223.92. AA Insurance director Simon Douglas blamed the rising premiums on "underwriting ...
Motor insurance premiums continue to soar
by David MastersCar insurance premiums increased 3.5% over the past three months, research by the AA has discovered. The typical quote for annual comprehensive insurance cover now stands at £778.13, according to the AA British Insurance Premium Index. This is 11% more than 12 months ago. Home insurance premiums also increased in the second quarter, up 2.5% on quarter one, to an average of £223.92. AA Insurance director Simon Douglas blamed the rising premiums on "underwriting ...
May 29, 2009
Brits are choosing to holiday in the UK rather than travel overseas, the AA said yesterday, citing record traffic to its online route planner in the lead up to last week's bank holiday weekend.
A record four million drivers visited the journey planning website in the week leading up to the bank holiday, an increase of 11% compared to the same week last ...
Recession-hit Brits choose homeland holidays
by David Masters
May 8, 2009
AA Insurance has warned of a 'Himalayan peak' in the number of bikes stolen this summer as the recession makes bicycles an increasingly attractive easy target for thieves.
Bike sales have surged in recent months as credit crunched Brits seek cheaper ways to get around town.
Meanwhile, June to October is traditionally the busiest time of year for cycle theft, the AA ...
AA predicts ‘Himalayan peak’ in bike theft
by David Masters
April 1, 2009
There is bad news for Britain’s motorists today as, with immediate effect, the government has increased duty on fuel, adding 2.12p a litre for their petrol and diesel, which will increase the annual tax bill for the average family by £54, according to AA estimates.
The AA has been actively campaigning against the increase and ...
Fuel tax rise has been sanctioned, costing average family £54 a year
by Peter Charalambous
March 10, 2009
Being 'economical with the truth' when buying car insurance is false economy, motor insurer the AA has warned.
Failing to admit to previous claims or convictions is insurance fraud, the AA said, and will result in insurance being voided if the cover-up is discovered.
"Not telling the whole truth amounts to fraud and can result in your cover being voided, possible prosecution and ...
AA warns against car insurance fraud
by David Masters
March 4, 2009
The AA has lashed out at government plans to make age and gender discrimination illegal on car insurance policies.
Premiums could double for some drivers, the AA said, if the Equities Bill, due to be brought to parliament this spring, is extended to cover the sale of insurance.
Age and gender are key factors that affect risk and are vital considerations for calculating ...
Anti-discrimination law could double insurance premiums
by David Masters
March 3, 2009
Seven in ten UK motorists think using a handsfree kit whilst driving is a distraction, according to insurance firm esure.
A study by the car insurance provider found that 71% of drivers believe making or receiving a call on handsfree technology is a distraction.
Whilst it is illegal to use a handheld mobile phone whilst driving, it is currently legal to speak-and-drive on ...
UK drivers want handsfree mobiles banned
by David Masters
March 2, 2009
Motorists who have been caught using their mobile phone whilst driving pay higher insurance premiums, research by AA Insurance has discovered.
Increased premiums quadruple the cost of being caught, as the average premium increase is around four-times the cost of the standard fine.
Meanwhile, drivers found guilty of dangerous driving whilst using a mobile find it difficult to find any insurance ...
Mobile phone convicts pay more for car insurance
by David Masters
February 27, 2009
Car insurance, along with new and used cars, will be available at bargain prices over the next month, the AA has revealed.
The motor rescue and insurance company said February and March will be the 'sale of the year' for car insurance, and 'the sale of the century' for new and used cars.
March vehicle registration typically marks the annual peak in car ...
March cheapest month for car insurance
by David Masters
February 25, 2009
AA insurance has launched a 'value' insurance policy aimed at caravan owners looking to cut back on expenses during the recession.
Caravan Essentials insurance provides stripped-down cover for caravans worth up to £10,000.
It provides essential cover of up to £2 million for public liability, damage, or theft.
Extras such as legal expenses or family cover can be added for an additional premium.
AA's head ...
Cheaper holidays with value caravan insurance
by David Masters
July 16, 2008
According to the AA’s quarterly British Insurance Premium Index, car insurance premiums are increasing again despite a brief respite.
The index established that in the three months to the end of June, over £20 has been added to the average premium quote for comprehensive insurance. The average cost of this type of insurance is now £700.
The hardest hit are young motorists who, on ...
AA: Car insurance costs spiralling
by Kay Murchie
