Need cover for a short time? Temporary car insurance gives you flexible, comprehensive protection from 1 to 28 days.
Enjoy all benefits of our temporary car insurance as standard, ensuring peace of mind and comprehensive protection on the road
Get temporary car insurance instantly for short-term coverage, providing flexibility and immediate protection without the commitment of an annual policy.
With fully comprehensive coverage, you’re ensuring complete protection during your short-term needs without compromising on security or benefits.
Get flexible temporary car insurance covering periods from 1 to 84 days, tailored to your exact needs whether it’s a short trip or an extended stay.
Secure temporary car insurance that preserves your No Claims Bonus, ensuring your long-term insurance record remains unaffected despite temporary coverage.
Expert assistance will be provided if you’re involved in a non-fault accident and need to recover uninsured losses from a third party. For more details, please view your policy documents.
When buying temporary car insurance, you’ll have the option to extend your cover for use in Europe. It’s great if you’re off for a weekend in Paris or you’re embarking on a multi-stop European road-trip.
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Typical car insurance lasts for 12 months, which might not suit occasional drivers or short-term car users. Temporary car insurance offers flexible coverage from one day to 28 days, saving you money compared to annual policies. One Call Insurance collaborates with GoShorty, earning a commission for introductions. For issues with GoShorty coverage, contact them directly.
If you require insurance for a car that you’ll drive occasionally or for just a few days, temporary car insurance can save you money by covering only the days you need. Specifically, temporary car insurance might be suitable if:
If you frequently work away or have a company vehicle, your personal car might sit unused for weeks or months. Opting for a temporary insurance policy ensures you only pay for the days or weeks you actually use the car, saving you money on unnecessary cover.
If you own a second vehicle that sees limited use, like a classic convertible used solely in summer, temporary insurance offers cost-effective coverage tailored to your seasonal driving needs. This ensures you’re adequately insured without the expense of a year-round policy.
When purchasing a new car, dealerships may request you arrange your own insurance before test driving. This ensures you have personal coverage and peace of mind rather than relying on dealership insurance.
Temporary car insurance is often cheaper and less cumbersome than requesting to be added as a named driver on the vehicle owner’s policy, especially when your car is in the garage for repairs or unsuitable for a specific occasion.
In emergencies where you need to take over driving from someone else, temporary car insurance offers a swift and straightforward solution to ensure immediate coverage before you start driving.
If you’re learning to drive, opting for temporary car insurance can streamline the process and save costs compared to being added to an existing policy. It also safeguards the existing policy’s No Claims Discount (NCD) in case of accidents.
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We offer a variety of non-standard car insurance products, including Classic Car insurance, Specialist Car insurance, Temporary Car insurance and Learner Car insurance. We have tailored solutions to keep you covered.
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