| There have been an increasing number of us now | | | | proof of third-party insurance - however this does |
| choosing to take our cars when visiting mainland | | | | not constitute cheap car insurance, and should not be |
| Europe on self-drive holidays. Over 3 million Britons a | | | | relied upon solely for proof of cover. |
| year choose to travel to mainland Europe by car. | | | | Using the Green Card alongside your own car |
| But whilst it might be more comfortable to drive a | | | | insurance documentation helps to assist you in terms |
| familiar vehicle, rather than shelling out for car hire, | | | | of cost, for both medical and car repairs, should you |
| sorting out the car insurance for such a trip can be a | | | | run into difficulties abroad. |
| long and costly process. | | | | Ensuring you have the correct documentation before |
| Current EU legislation means that all British drivers | | | | embarking on such trips is very important. By carrying |
| who hold valid car insurance are covered for | | | | the documentation for your car registration and your |
| third-party damage, such cover is not usually | | | | insurance policy in the vehicle during your travels, you |
| comprehensive, and can often lead to difficulties | | | | have some backup should there be any problems |
| should the tourist be responsible for the accident. | | | | during your trip. |
| Drivers are advised to check their current car | | | | Before travelling you must also take some time to |
| insurance policies before taking their vehicle abroad. | | | | research rules and regulations of the country you are |
| Most insurers will now offer options for extending | | | | travelling to. By having knowledge of the rules, valid |
| your insurance for a set area - such as zones in | | | | car insurance and have your car serviced shortly |
| Europe. | | | | before your trip, you can help make things easier for |
| It is also advisable to acquire a Green Card - an | | | | yourself should you run into difficulties during your |
| internationally recognised document that provides | | | | holiday. |