Off the back of new legislation announced in February, concern over remote car theft has seen a 49% spike in Google searches for ‘signal jammers’, as the public looks to learn more about this growing trend in vehicle crime. This research undertaken by GAP Insurance and breakdown cover provider, ALA Insurance, has highlighted the shocking number of car … [Read more...]
Insurance fraud is found every minute in UK
Every minute in Britain an insurance fraud is detected, according to industry figures. Over 562,000 insurance frauds were uncovered last year, said the Association of British Insurers. About 113,000 were dishonest claims, valued at £1.3bn and while the number of dishonest claims fell 8%, the value of those claims rose 1%. Organised frauds such as … [Read more...]