Selling new cars is a lucrative business for many motor traders. After all, who doesn’t like the smell of a new car, or the cachet of having the latest number plate? But used and second-hand cars are becoming ever more popular, too. And unless you are a franchised dealer, then you will likely be selling Read the full article…
The last major overhaul of MOT testing rules took place in 2018, but the onset of coronavirus has had a significant impact on the UK industry since then. In this article, we will talk about: Which vehicles need an MOT Becoming an authorised tester The changes that impacted MOT testing before coronavirus What has happened Read the full article…
Motor trade insurance is split into two main levels of cover: road risk and combined. Depending on the scale and types of services your motor business provides, you will either need road risk insurance or motor trade combined cover. It isn’t always easy to understand which level of insurance you need. So, as expert motor Read the full article…
If you work in the motor trade, you need a motor trade insurance policy. But what happens if you have motoring convictions – or worse, criminal convictions? Can you still get a traders’ policy? Can you still get insurance with points on your licence? Convictions for motoring or even non-motoring offences can have an impact Read the full article…
With ChoiceQuote, it’s easy to make changes to your motor trade policy. There are various reasons for making changes to your policy. You could be upscaling or reducing the size of your business or changing the type of work you do. Or you could be moving address, increasing or reducing your stock of vehicles, or Read the full article…
A guide to part-time motor trade sales Buying and selling vehicles from home can be a rewarding business. But how many cars do you need to sell before you need a motor trader insurance policy? The answer is simple – as soon as you start buying and selling vehicles to make a profit, you need Read the full article…
If you’re a young motor trader, it’s essential that you have the right insurance before servicing or selling a vehicle. However, cheap motor trade insurance for young traders is not easy to come by. Like your private motor insurance, it’s more expensive to insure a motor trade business as a young person. Some insurers don’t Read the full article…
What is the MID? MID stands for the Motor Insurance Database. It is managed by the MIB (Motor Insurance Bureau) and is a central record of all insured vehicles in the UK. The purpose is to ensure that vehicles driven on UK roads are insured at all times. It enables the enforcement authorities to tackle Read the full article…
As a motor trader, you need traders insurance – it’s a legal obligation. The world of traders’ insurance can be confusing, especially if you’re new to the motor industry. This guide to motor trade insurance covers some of the key questions, including: Key facts you need to know when buying motor trade insurance Who needs Read the full article…
Running a motor trade business is an expensive undertaking, so it’s only natural to want to reduce your outgoings as much as possible. To help your garage, dealership or body shop business save money, we have put together some top tips on how to reduce your motor trade insurance premium. In this article, we will Read the full article…
