As the holiday season approaches, UK holidaymakers may choose to take their own car abroad to save the cost of car hire . With increasing numbers remaining closer to home this summer as a result of the recession, this may be a popular choice which may seem to be a way to save on costs such as additional motor insurance.
However recent research suggests that almost half of holidaymakers are unsure of exactly what their car insurance (http://www.postoffice.co.uk/portal/po/jump1mediaId=19300227's38;catId=19300223) covers them when
driving in Europe , leaving them potentially vulnerable to significant expenses in the event of an accident.
The majority of car insurance (http://www.postoffice.co.uk/portal/po/jump1mediaId=19300227's38;catId=19300223) companies charge extra
for driving outside of the UK. If you regularly take your car on holiday, this is worth considering when first investing in a car insurance policy. For a one-off trip, consumers are
advised to read the small print on their car insurance policy closely and ensure they are fully aware of what is covered and what isn'st. It is also important to take all motor insurance
documentation with you on holiday so you can contact your insurer as soon as possible in the event of an accident.