Just call us on 0333 321 9790 and we’ll be happy to help.
Is Hastings Direct and Hastings essential the same?
Hastings Essential car insurance is the lowest level of cover available from Hastings Direct. Hastings offers three different tiers of cover under its brand: Hastings Premier, Hastings Direct and Hastings Essential.
What is Hastings essential car insurance?
A policy like Hastings Essential does what it says on the tin: it covers the essentials. If you’re involved in an accident, we’ll provide cover for damage to your car, and we’ll also pay out if your car’s stolen or damaged by fire – minus the agreed excess. Hastings Essential does offer comprehensive cover.
Does Hastings have live chat?
We’re here to support you over live chat during our opening hours. Head over to our MyAccount log in page. When our agents are free, a red tab will appear on the right-hand side or the bottom of your screen. Click on ‘Can we help?’
Is there a free phone number for Hastings car insurance? – Related Questions
How do I contact Hastings Direct by phone?
By calling us on 0333 999 8904 our lines are open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
How do I connect to Hastings?
Download the Hastings Direct app to your phone. When you’re in your vehicle, follow the instructions provided to pair the app to your tab. Stick the tab to your windscreen or dashboard, making sure it doesn’t obstruct your view.
Do Hastings Direct have UK call Centres?
Hastings Direct provides personal lines insurance products and services (car, home, bike and van) via the web and from its existing UK call centres at Bexhill-on-Sea and Newmarket, where it will continue to recruit new colleagues to help service more customers.
How do I cancel my Hastings policy?
To cancel your car insurance policy with Hastings, you can call them on 03333219801. You can’t cancel your Hastings car insurance online. You can call Hastings: 9am – 6pm, Monday to Friday.
Can I cancel my car insurance if I pay monthly?
Can I cancel my car insurance if I pay monthly? Yes. Plenty of people choose to pay their car insurance monthly, and there’s nothing to stop you from cancelling. Just tell your insurance provider that you want to cancel and they’ll arrange it for you.
Is Hastings YouDrive a black box?
YouDrive is our Telematics car insurance (Black Box insurance) policy. It’s easy to set up and you’ll be able to track how you’re driving via our easy-to-use app.
Are Hastings Direct any good for car insurance?
Trustpilot rating 4.4/5 stars
Hastings Direct scores 4.4/5 on trustpilot.com, based on 63,742 reviews, and 67% of reviewers rated the company ‘Excellent’. However, 10% rated it as ‘Bad’. Some customers complain that premiums have risen considerably on renewal.
What happens if I cancel my car insurance direct debit?
Cancelling a direct debit does not cancel your insurance policy. If you do this you will still owe your insurer the premiums. You must contact your insurer to cancel the policy. Some policies are automatically renewed each year.
Can you cancel car insurance online?
In some cases you can do it online, however lots of insurance companies might want to speak to you first. If that’s the case: Get your policy documents to hand so you have your policy number. Call your insurance company (it needs to be the policyholder who does this)
How do you cancel your car insurance policy?
The easiest way to cancel your car insurance is to call your insurance company or agent. In many cases, a phone call is enough to cancel your policy or stop insurance renewal. However, some insurance companies may require you to pay a cancellation fee and sign an insurance cancellation form or letter.
Who is the best car insurer in the UK?
Summary: Best car insurance companies in the UK 2022, by category
- LV=: Best for cheaper rates.
- Direct Line: Best for customer service.
- Admiral: Best for multi-car.
- Saga: Best for over-50s.
- Veygo: Best for temporary insurance.
- Hastings Direct: Best for young drivers.
- Swinton: Best for convicted drivers.
Who owns Hastings Direct?
Hastings Insurance/Parent organizations
Do I pay excess if not at fault Hastings?
Do you have to pay excess towards a third party claim? If someone files a claim against you after an accident, your insurance provider will cover the excess. If it’s a personal claim, however, then you’ll need to contribute the excess agreed when you took out the policy.