Motor
Driverless experts split over ‘manual’ driver premiums
A move towards autonomous vehicles could lower premiums for drivers of non-autonomous cars, but insurers remain split over the issue.
Insurance fraud rises 27% finds Cifas
The number of fraudulent insurance claims have soared by 27%, fuelled by rises in household and motor fraud.
Amanda Blanc reveals Brexit fears over upcoming Solvency II review
Amanda Blanc said insurers should not accept a Brexit outcome that prevents the UK industry from having influence over a critical European Union Solvency II review.
Analysis: How might a no-deal Brexit affect claims inflation?
With the outcome of Brexit still unclear and a possible European Union exit on 29 March looming, some insurer bosses have cautioned that we could see rising claims inflation this year.
This month: Seeking the right fit
I’m a fan of making sure stuff is the right fit - I make a point of trying on new outfits in my own home with accessories and shoes to make sure it all works for me. I also test drove my new car a few times to check it was what I wanted. Aon, however,…
Aviva prepares for further claims inflation in 2019
Aviva’s UK business is anticipating pricing increases in 2019 as a result of non-weather claims inflation.
Generali Italia to invest €300m in growth
Generali Italia has launched a three-year growth strategy that will see the company invest €300m (£258m) in its own business, with a renewed focus on digital and tech-driven services and prevention.
Interview: Janet Connor, The AA
A lot has changed at the AA in the five years since Janet Connor, now director of insurance, joined the organisation. She explains to Jonathan Swift how an investment in data and technology – alongside the relaunch of its insurance company and board…
ERS returns to profit after suffering a loss of £12.2m last year
Specialist motor insurer ERS has reported a profit of £11.1m for 2018, following a loss of £12.2m in 2017.
Go Compare expects increased dual pricing in motor
Go Compare is expecting differential pricing to grow more pronounced this year, potentially buoying the company’s flagging motor comparison business.
Telematics Watch: Telematics and safer driving – is it working?
With telematics volumes rising steadily in recent years to pass the one million policy mark, a key question for those looking to accelerate its take-up further is whether the main premise of the product – that it is making the UK’s roads safer – is being…
Pay-per-mile motor insurtech By Miles raises £5m
By Miles has raised £5m in a Series A funding round led by Bought by Many investor, Octopus Ventures.
Analysis: What happens to motor after March 29?
In the event of a no-deal Brexit, motorists will have to carry green cards in the EU. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg
British Insurance Awards at 25: The judges reflect on the changing market
With the deadline for entering the British Insurance Awards getting ever closer, what better time to introduce the judges who will be casting an eye over these years submissions? Post canvasses them for their favourite memories of previous BIAs and their…
Ageas UK says long goodbye to Ogden impact as CEO Watson hails ‘strong’ motor performance
Ageas UK saw a threefold increase in profitability in its 2018 full year results, reporting a profit of £76.7m compared to £25.4m in 2017.
This week in Post: Couples and coupes
With Valentine’s Day yesterday, the Post team started the week by bracing ourselves for an inevitable slew of romance-related press releases. We weren’t disappointed.
Inshur picks up $7m investment in Munich Re-led funding round
Inshur is eyeing further expansion, having raised $7m (£5.4m) in its Series A funding round, in addition to gaining a $2m credit facility.
Analytics: Why Robot?
Technology is predicted to be a huge part of the future business landscape but fears remain over letting robots have all the power. Post investigates how robotics and artificial intelligence is helping insurance now and how it could do more in the future
Questgates announces restructuring plans
Questgates is restructuring its business into four operating divisions, citing the need to “remain innovative.”
LV puts 140 jobs at risk across its claims teams
LV has confirmed that around 140 employees in its claims teams across its Bournemouth, Leeds and Ipswich offices have been put at risk of redundancy.
Claims Apprentice 2019: meet the six final candidates
After short-listing 30 talented candidates for interview, we can finally reveal the six successful claims professionals that have been selected for the first series of Claims Apprentice.
Trade Voice: Bila's Ozlem Gurses on motor passenger insurance
How do passengers 'use' motor vehicles? Ozlem Gurses, reader in insurance and commercial Law at King’s College London and British Insurance Law Association committee member, explains how the law sees this question when it comes to insurance.
Industry pays tribute to former Thatcham CEO, Peter Shaw
Tributes have flooded in from across the industry to Peter Shaw, former CEO of Thatcham Research, whose death was announced on Monday.
Munich Re's Digital Partners targets Asia after hitting £100m GWP
Digital Partners, the Munich Re-owned insurtech facilitator, has revealed its intention to expand into Asia after hitting £100m gross written premium in Europe and America.