It’s quick and easy to add or remove drivers online using MyAviva. If you’re adding a driver, we’ll need to know the drivers details including information about any claims or motoring convictions before we can give you a quote.
Can someone else drive my car UK Aviva?
Anyone that drives your vehicle should be named on the policy. You can add a driver using MyAviva.
Can I drive someone else’s car Ireland Aviva?
Driving Other Cars
You, as policyholder, can get third party cover to drive other people’s cars if you have a full, current EU driving licence.
Can someone else drive my car UK?
Can I get insurance for anyone to drive my car? An ‘any driver’ insurance policy allows anyone to drive your car at any time. There’s no limit to how many people can drive the car, so any friends or family, who have your permission, are legally insured to drive it.
Can I add another driver to my Aviva car insurance? – Related Questions
Can someone drive my car if they are not on my insurance UK?
It might be an emergency or you may have permission from the car owner, but that doesn’t mean it’s legal. Unless you’re a ‘named driver’ on their car insurance, you almost certainly won’t be insured. And both the driver and car owner can run into trouble if caught without the necessary cover.
Can an unnamed driver drive my car?
Only drivers shown as ‘permitted drivers’ on the Certificate of Motor Insurance are allowed to drive the car. You can easily view, add or change named drivers during your lease in the ‘Insurance cover’ section of your Motability Scheme online account.
What happens if someone else is driving my car and gets in an accident UK?
If someone else is driving your car and another person causes the accident, the at-fault driver’s insurance is usually responsible for covering costs. On the other hand, if the driver of your car is at fault, your car insurance will usually cover damages.
What insurance do I need to drive someone else’s car?
The car you want to drive must be covered by an existing insurance policy and you must have permission to drive it. Driving other cars cover is usually only available on a comprehensive car insurance policy, so if you have third party (or third party, fire & theft) cover, you won’t be covered to drive any other cars.
Can I drive someone else’s car if I’m fully comp?
No. There was a time when many fully-comp policies automatically gave you third-party insurance to drive any car, but those days have gone. So even if you’re fully covered for your own car, don’t assume you’re insured to drive other people’s cars otherwise you risk breaking the law.
What happens if someone else is driving my car and gets in an accident UK?
If someone else is driving your car and another person causes the accident, the at-fault driver’s insurance is usually responsible for covering costs. On the other hand, if the driver of your car is at fault, your car insurance will usually cover damages.
What happens if you get caught driving someone else’s car?
If the case goes to court you could get an unlimited fine or be disqualified from driving. The police also have the power to seize, and in some cases, destroy the vehicle that’s being driven uninsured.
Can anyone drive my car if I’m fully comp?
No. There was a time when many fully-comp policies automatically gave you third-party insurance to drive any car, but those days have gone. So even if you’re fully covered for your own car, don’t assume you’re insured to drive other people’s cars otherwise you risk breaking the law.
Can I borrow my car to a friend?
Although you should check your individual policy, most of the time you can let someone drive your car and still have coverage. As long as you give the person permission, and they only drive the car occasionally, there shouldn’t be an issue. Accidents, however, are unpredictable and can happen anytime.
Can I drive someone else’s car with their insurance?
The car you want to drive must be covered by an existing insurance policy and you must have permission to drive it. Driving other cars cover is usually only available on a comprehensive car insurance policy, so if you have third party (or third party, fire & theft) cover, you won’t be covered to drive any other cars.
What is permissive use car insurance?
Permissive use in an automobile insurance policy means that you give a person—who is not specifically covered by name or as a household member—permission to drive your car. For example, if you allow a friend to borrow your car, that is permissive use. You have given your friend your permission to use your car.
Can you insure a car that is not in your name?
What is non-owner car insurance? Non-owner car insurance is just what it sounds like. It’s a type of car insurance coverage that people can purchase when they drive a car, but they don’t own one.
Can I insure my friend’s car in my name?
The answer is yes, you can take out a separate car insurance policy on someone else’s car – but make sure that you tell the insurer you’re not the owner or the registered keeper of the vehicle when you apply.