Car Insurance - Taking Care Before Driving Abroad

There have been an increasing number of us nowproof of third-party insurance - however this does
choosing to take our cars when visiting mainlandnot constitute cheap car insurance, and should not be
Europe on self-drive holidays. Over 3 million Britons arelied 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 ainsurance 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 arun into difficulties abroad.
long and costly process.Ensuring you have the correct documentation before
Current EU legislation means that all British driversembarking on such trips is very important. By carrying
who hold valid car insurance are covered forthe documentation for your car registration and your
third-party damage, such cover is not usuallyinsurance policy in the vehicle during your travels, you
comprehensive, and can often lead to difficultieshave 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 carBefore 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 extendingtravelling to. By having knowledge of the rules, valid
your insurance for a set area - such as zones incar 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 - anyourself should you run into difficulties during your
internationally recognised document that providesholiday.