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Motor Trade Insurance

We cover all aspects of motor trade road risk insurance
to the motor trade industry

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In need of motor trade road risk insurance?

If your business involves vehicle transportation, motor repairs, car sales, or purchasing, you consequently require the most robust Motor Trade Road Risk Insurance available. Because every enterprise is unique, let Trident construct the perfect policy for you at the most competitive price. Furthermore, Trident Insurance stands proud of our reputation for straight talking and efficiency. Therefore, you can feel entirely safe in the knowledge that we have provided the finest insurance service around.

Essential Road Risk Protection

Moreover, our Road Risk policies are specifically designed to ensure you remain protected if the worst should happen. Since this cover allows you to drive vehicles you do not own for business purposes, it is essential for your daily operations. Consequently, Road Risk policies provide the minimum level of insurance required to meet all legal obligations.

Why Partner with Trident?

  • Industry Expertise: Firstly, we understand the nuances of the motor trade.

  • Legal Compliance: Additionally, we ensure your business meets every statutory requirement.

  • Operational Peace of Mind: Ultimately, your reputation is shielded by our reliable support.

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As with all motor trade insurance policies, only drivers specifically named on the Certificate of Motor Insurance receive cover. Consequently, it is vital that any individual requiring protection is named on the policy. Furthermore, this requirement applies unless you have specifically included Accompanied Demonstration Use for that exact purpose. Therefore, maintaining an accurate list of authorised personnel remains essential for your legal security.

Vehicle Ownership and Control


Additionally, the policy exclusively covers vehicles owned by you or your spouse, provided they are a named driver. Because this insurance is industry-specific, it also protects vehicles in your care, custody, and control for motor trade purposes. However, if you should happen to use any vehicle for reasons unrelated to your business, it will not be covered. Thus, you must clearly distinguish between professional and private use to avoid potential claims being rejected.

Disclosure of Vehicle Types

Moreover, it is extremely important that you disclose the specific types of vehicles you work with regularly. Since certain vehicle categories may be excluded, we must specifically extend your cover in writing. Before confirming your policy, we will therefore ask for precise details regarding your inventory. Consequently, we can inform you if any specific models are restricted in any way.

Tailored Protection Levels

Ultimately, we can offer a number of different protection types, much like standard motor insurance. Whether you require these additional features will depend on your personal attitude to risk and the nature of your trade. Because every business operates differently, we ensure your policy reflects the specific work you undertake daily.

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Other areas of cover

If you are a motor dealer, you may frequently want to allow potential customers to test drive your vehicles. Because this hands-on experience often builds trust, it may significantly help you secure a successful sale. Furthermore, adding this specific feature to your policy may not cost as much as you might initially think.

Boosting Your Sales Potential

Consequently, offering professional demonstrations allows your business to stand out from less flexible competitors. Since many buyers feel hesitant without a trial run, providing this service remains a vital commercial tool. Therefore, by integrating “Accompanied Demonstration Use” into your cover, you create a safer environment for both your staff and your prospects.

Affordable Security

Moreover, the premium increase for this extension is often quite modest. Because we understand the necessity of these drives, we strive to keep our rates highly competitive. Ultimately, this small investment ensures that your stock is protected while your customers are behind the wheel.

If you are involved in moving vehicles, perhaps on a recovery truck or trailer, then our standard policy consistently covers your minimum insurance requirements. However, if you already possess a Comprehensive plan, you can easily extend this to protect vehicles in transit as well. Consequently, this additional layer ensures that the assets you transport are fully secured against any mishaps during the journey.

Strategic Transit Protection

Furthermore, choosing this extension is a prudent move because the value of your cargo can often exceed the value of the recovery vehicle itself. Since standard road risk cover typically focuses on the driver, adding transit protection specifically addresses the physical goods you carry. Therefore, by upgrading your policy, you safeguard your business against expensive damage claims from your own clients.

Why Extend Your Cover?

Financial Security: Firstly, you avoid paying out-of-pocket for damage to customer vehicles.

Client Confidence: Additionally, offering insured transport makes your recovery service far more professional.

Operational Flexibility: Ultimately, you can handle high-value prestige cars with total peace of mind.

If your business is involved in vehicle sales from commercial premises, you may consequently wish to extend your comprehensive policy. Because your stock represents a significant financial investment, we can provide cover for these vehicles whilst they are left at your business location. Therefore, by adding this specific protection, you ensure that your inventory remains secure even after you have closed for the day.

Secured Business Premises

Furthermore, this extension effectively addresses the unique risks associated with physical forecourts or showrooms. Since standard road risk insurance typically focuses on driving, it may not automatically protect stationary stock against theft or vandalism. Consequently, we provide this additional layer so that your commercial assets are shielded around the clock.

Why Prioritise On-Site Cover?

  • Asset Protection: Firstly, you safeguard your entire inventory against site-specific perils.

  • Risk Management: Additionally, you mitigate the high cost of potential break-ins.

  • Operational Stability: Ultimately, your dealership remains resilient regardless of overnight events.

These days, your No Claims Bonus (NCB) can make a significant difference to your annual premium; however, it can be quickly lost. Because even accidents that are not your fault may impact your standing, protecting your record remains a prudent choice. Consequently, we offer the option to safeguard your hard-earned discount for a small additional premium.

Protecting Your Discount

Furthermore, by choosing this extension, you ensure that a single incident does not lead to a massive price hike. Since road accidents are often unpredictable, this safety net provides essential financial stability for your business. Therefore, you can drive with greater confidence knowing that your long-term savings are legally protected.

Why Choose Protection?

Financial Resilience: Firstly, you maintain your lowest possible rate despite making a claim.

Risk Mitigation: Additionally, you are shielded from the impact of non-fault incidents.

Long-Term Savings: Ultimately, the small cost of the add-on is often outweighed by the discount you retain.

Legal expenses coverage represents an optional product that provides essential protection for legal costs. Consequently, it specifically addresses the expenses incurred while pursuing claims arising from a non-fault accident involving an insured vehicle. Therefore, by including this feature, you ensure that your business possesses the necessary resources to seek justice without depleting your own capital.

Recovering Your Losses

Furthermore, this policy helps you recoup uninsured losses, such as your policy excess or lost earnings, after an incident. Because the legal system can be both complex and expensive, having professional representation is a significant advantage. Consequently, our experts will handle the litigation process on your behalf.

Why Include Legal Cover?

Financial Protection: Firstly, you avoid the high hourly rates of independent solicitors.

Claims Recovery: Additionally, you improve your chances of recovering costs from the liable party.

Operational Continuity: Ultimately, you can focus on your fleet while we manage the legal disputes.

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Our Easy Process

Get in Contact

The first step is to get in contact with us. You can give us a call, select 'Get A Quote', or fill out the contact form to the right.

Schedule Meeting

Once we have received your enquiry, a member of our team will help you into being connected to the right department.

Assign an Agent

We assign you with a designated account manager who will be your point of contact should you need to contact them.

Start Your Policy

Once we have agreed your terms and conditions on your policy, we then start your policy at the price agreed (no hidden fees).

Get your Motor trade risk insurance quote.

Interested in our Motor Trade Insurance? Please fill in the form above and a member of our team will be in touch to provide you with a bespoke quotation.

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Why choose trident?

Decades of Experience

With 70+ years of insurance experience, we have deep insurance knowledge and experience to give you peace of mind.

Thousands already Insured

We proudly support over 10,000 people with insurance ensuring they don’t have to worry for a second of their life

Locally Stationed

Our staff, all based in the UK, receive full training and have their performance and knowledge assessed monthly to meet our highest standards. We only work with FCA or specific industry registered companies.

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