Why so expensive Car insurance for young drivers

A look at road accident figures helps explain why insurance premiums are so high for young drivers.

Five facts about accidents involving young drivers

1.in 5 drivers are involved in a crash during their first year on the road

2.male drivers aged under 21 are 10 times more likely to have a car accident than male drivers aged 35 or over

3.young drivers have a higher proportion of crashes at night than older drivers

4.1 in 8 British drivers are under 25, but a quarter of drivers who die in traffic collisions are in this age group

5.In 2007, 40% of passengers killed or seriously injured – meaning lost limbs, paralysis, brain injury and other life-changing injuries – were in a car driven by a young driver*

Being aware of the risks that come with being an inexperienced driver can help you to think about how you can improve your driving.

 Why so expensive Car insurance for young drivers