Young drivers can 'prevent ' debt problems
Young drivers can 'prevent ' debt problems
- Wednesday, 2 June 2010New drivers could reduce their chances of suffering
debt problems by making careful initial decisions when buying a car.
Costs such as the car itself, insurance and petrol mean that young drivers will have to spend potentially substantial amounts of money in order to get on the road.
For those who overspend,
debt problems could ensue.
Confused.com, the comparison website, states that the cost of driving for 17 to 20-year-olds increased by 6.6 per cent in the first quarter of 2010.
Will Thomas, head of motor at confused.com, said that new drivers can easily reduce the initial costs incurred by going online and comparing prices for must-haves, such as insurance cover.
He added: "It only takes a few minutes and can save a substantial amount. All insurance companies rate young drivers differently and it's only by comparing them all side by side that you can get a true picture of the best deal."
It is also recommended that people buy a small-engine car to begin with such as a Ford Ka or Vauxhall Corsa, try to build a no claims bonus and take the Pass Plus, which shows insurers that the driver is serious.
It was the 75th anniversary of the driving test yesterday (June 1st).

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