Good money-saving ideas for van drivers
For people who have cheap van insurance and who enjoy saving money, the temptation to get free parking in all car parks and roadsides to save even more cash might be too great to resist.
However, although finding a free place to park is legally possible, many motorists, including some van drivers, turn a blind eye to the law and park in disabled bays or along a single or double yellow line in order to escape paying for a space at a car park.
Blue bays and yellow lines
Parking in a space which has been specially set aside for a Blue Badge holder is inconsiderate and is an offence punishable by a fixed penalty notice fine of up to £1000.
Good money-saving ideas for van drivers
Parking on a yellow line is permitted at certain times, and a sign will state the times at which drivers may use the roadside for parking, but at times when its use is prohibited motorists may face a fine or could have their vehicle towed away.
Similarly, parking on double yellow lines can result in a fine and the road user's van being towed away, but in this case drivers are not allowed to park on these lines at any time.
Although a business van insurance buyer might believe that they are saving their company money by avoiding car park ticket fees, their actions could lead to the firm paying even more money than they would have done if the driver chose to park legally.
A safe way to save money
Instead of parking in prohibited places, van drivers can save money by reducing harsh braking and rapid acceleration. These positive driving habits will help save money on fuel – and we all know how expensive petrol and diesel can be.
Of course, another simple way for a driver to save hard-earned cash is by getting the most suitable quote for van cover.
Getting a cheap van insurance quote
If you want to save money on your annual premium, then getting a quote via iVan could be the best thing you have ever done (insurance-wise).
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