Frequently asked Questions

Drive-away insurance is a type of short-term motor insurance that allows you to legally drive a vehicle home immediately after purchase. It’s commonly used when buying a car from a dealer or private seller and annual insurance hasn’t yet been arranged.

Yes. Short-term motor insurance can be used to provide immediate cover so you can drive a car home after purchase. This type of cover is designed for short durations and starts straight away once arranged.

Cover typically starts from one hour and can be extended at the time of purchase, depending on the options offered by the insurer. The exact duration available will depend on driver and vehicle details.

Yes. As long as the policy is arranged with an authorised insurer and you meet the eligibility criteria, drive-away insurance provides legal motor cover to drive a vehicle on UK roads.

Yes. Short-term motor insurance can be arranged online by entering your vehicle and driver details, choosing how long you need cover for, and completing payment. Policy documents are provided once cover is arranged.

No. You do not need annual insurance if you are using short-term motor insurance to drive the vehicle home. Annual insurance can be arranged later if required.

Yes. Drive-away insurance can be used whether you are buying a car from a dealer or from a private seller, provided you meet the insurer’s eligibility requirements.

Cover usually starts immediately at the time selected during purchase, once payment has been completed and the policy has been issued by the insurer.

Policy documents and confirmation of cover are provided instantly by email or text message once cover is arranged.

DriveAway Insurance is an insurance intermediary. All insurance policies are underwritten by authorised UK insurers and are subject to their terms, conditions, and eligibility criteria.

No. DriveAway Insurance does not provide advice or recommendations. Customers are responsible for deciding whether a policy meets their needs based on the information provided.

If you do not meet the insurer’s eligibility requirements, a policy will not be offered. Eligibility is determined by the insurer’s underwriting rules.