​Compare the Market launches temporary car insurance comparison service

Compare the Market has launched a temporary car insurance comparison service, expanding its motor proposition with a dedicated panel of short-term cover providers.

The price comparison website has launched the offering with Covertime, Safely Insured and Zixty, with underwriting partners including Allianz, First Underwriting, KGM and Somerset Bridge.

Customers will be able to compare temporary motor policies through Compare the Market’s website and app.

The launch brings the full comparison journey in-house, replacing Compare the Market’s previous off-site temporary insurance offering.

Emily Barnett, head of commercial for home services at Compare the Market, said: “Millions of people already come to Compare the Market every year to compare their car insurance, so launching temporary car insurance is a natural next step in strengthening our motor insurance proposition.

“Temporary cover is becoming increasingly relevant for modern drivers, whether they’re borrowing a car, learning to drive, buying a new vehicle or need short-term business use.

”Yet it’s still a market where customers often have limited choice and can find it difficult to compare providers. By bringing multiple providers together in one place, we’re making it easier for customers to find temporary cover that suits their needs.”

Panel expansion

Policies will be available from as little as one hour up to 28 days, targeting motorists who require cover without taking out an annual policy.

Potential uses include borrowing a friend or family member’s car, learning to drive, collecting a newly purchased vehicle, business use or arranging temporary protection while another vehicle is being repaired.

Compare the Market said the proposition has been developed in response to consumer demand for greater choice and speed when purchasing short-term insurance.

Barnett said: “We’re excited to continue expanding our provider panel over the coming months as we grow the proposition and give customers even greater choice.”