Say yes to cheaper van, home and car insurance

Those looking to keep their motor insurance intact could be interested in tips being offered by Green Flag concerning the recent weather developments across the UK.

Journeys should only be made if essential but motorists should check their oil, water and windscreen washer fluid levels if they need to make a trip, the group claims.

Furthermore, cleaning your car lights can improve visibility on the roads which may improve judgement when braking - although the company reminds drivers to drive slowly and carefully in wet conditions.

Charging your mobile phone before leaving the house could also prove a good idea in the event of an accident.

Car insurance customers could find their no-claims bonus compromised if they fail to accommodate the current weather conditions.

"Hopefully, if motorists follow our advice, they can avoid any mishaps," Phillipa Naylor, spokesperson for the breakdown experts, told Easier.

Last night, the Highways Agency urged drivers of high-sided vehicles to stay off the road due to the strong gales.

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