Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Eco-friendly car cover isn't often pocket-friendly

With new measures introduced by the Government to help motorists save fuel and cut their emissions, eco-friendly drivers might see hybrid cars as another step to make a difference for the environment. Research from price comparison site moneysupermarket.com reveals motorists could pay more for going green with their car insurance.

The findings showed premiums can be over 105 per cent more expensive than standard policies. Several insurers such as CIS, ibuyeco and Green Insurance offer green motor insurance and the latter two providers offset 100 per cent of a car's carbon emissions. However, motorists should be aware that clearing their carbon conscience will cost extra. For example, swiftcover quotes £342 for the environmentally-friendly Honda Civic hybrid car, but for the same cover CIS charges £389 while Green Insurance charges £701 - or 105 per cent more.

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