Top tips to keep insurance costs down.
Car insurance is crucial and with the cost of insurance slowly getting higher finding a good deal can seem like a mammoth task. In today’s market car insurance prices can vary greatly. This guide brought to you by moneysupermarket aims to highlight some top points to keep in mind when insuring your Vauxhall.

• Think about how far you will actually be driving, by capping the amount of miles you foresee yourself clocking up you can save a lot of money. It is important to be very accurate about your mileage though.

• If you have recently passed your driving test be sure to take a pass plus course as this can knock up to 25% off your insurance which is particularly handy for young drivers.

• If you have modifications made to your Vauxhall be sure to declare them to your insurer, even if they do not affect the speed of your vehicle as some can actually mean a reduction in your premium.

• Become a member of a Vauxhall cars forum, by mixing with other Vauxhall enthusiasts you will gain more knowledge on your car resulting in any repairs/improvements needed being a lot easier.

• Keep your Vauxhall in your garage over night if possible, reducing potential theft and vandalism will certainly reduce your premium.

• Get an alarm fitted to your car, this will considerably reduce the cost of your insurance. All good Vauxhall dealers should be able to point you in the direction of a reputable alarm fitter and alarm brand.

• Try to build up as many years of no claims as possible.

• By changing your voluntary excess limit you can significantly alter the premium you pay.

• Minimizing the optional extra parts of insurance will also help you make a saving. By opting out of legal fee insurance and courtesy car cover you will reduce your premium.