Less paperwork for new car buyers as insurance certificates get electronic
Posted by Louise Clark
Life is set to get a little easier for those investing in new cars who find the high levels of paperwork involved overwhelming.
Legislation is about to come into place that will see the electronic delivery of insurance certificates become commonplace, meaning new car buyers will have less documentation to worry about storing in a safe place.
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) has welcomed the announcement after campaigning for the move for five years.
Graeme Trudgill, Biba technical and corporate affairs executive, commented: "This really will benefit everyone - a speedier service for clients, a cost saving for the industry and a real benefit for the environment."
He added that the recent postal strikes hammered home the need for the measure to be put in place.
The move could also make it easier for consumers to stay on the right side of the law, as late-arriving insurance certificates can mean drivers have to wait to tax their vehicle.