MAKING CENTS: Don’t delay with car insurance shoparound

IRISH drivers have seen their motor insurance costs rise sharply in the last year or so and there is no indication that this will change in the near future, writes Gráinne McGuinness

Savvy motorists should be prepared to put some work in to get the best possible deal.

First and most importantly, don’t accept the auto-renewal quote from your existing insurer. So many drivers end up paying over the odds because it’s easier to let your current policy roll over. But even a quick call to your insurer is virtually guaranteed to get you an improved offer and a couple of hours research online can result in considerable savings.