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