Irish drivers stick with fully comp insurance in spite of recession

Despite the economic downturn, Irish people are not skimping on car insurance, according to an AIB survey that found more than 80% of people are sticking to fully comprehensive insurance.

The survey found that only 13% of people were opting for third-party, fire, and theft insurance, and 4% have third-party, with the remaining 83% paying for fully comprehensive insurance.

Respondents said that, rather than the cover they got for their premiums, it was no-claims discount that was the most attractive feature of car insurance.