A recent survey has shown the places where a car is least likely to be broken in to, there are no surprises at the place your car is most likely; residential streets, where 43% of motorists’ cars were damaged. One worrying fact revealed was that 72% of people had their car damaged deliberately by one way or another.
Where you park your car has a big effect on your car insurance , being able to park your car in a garage will considerably lower your quotes and save you money. According to research, having your car locked up in a garage can save you up to 35% (depending on the area you live) on your premium. If you do not have access to a garage then the next best places to keep your car are outside a school or restaurant, and outside a doctors or hospital car park. These all account for a mere 3% of vandalised cars each.
Choosing well-lit areas where there is CCTV cameras will go a long way to ensuring your car is as safe as possible. Saving money is especially important for young drivers looking young driver car insurance as premiums will naturally be higher than those of a more experienced driver. Many people have garages full of all kinds of things that they will often never need again and simply tidying the garage up and making room for your car can save you so much money, surely it is worth a few hours of your weekend?
Car insurance quotes are easy to come by and shopping online can ensure you find the best of them by comparing various providers; Ford car insurance is a popular option and has some great deals available. When choosing your deal, be certain to give yourself every chance of saving money by making sure your car will be parked in safe areas and has the standard alarm systems.
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