Fleet insurance comparison for UK businesses

Cheap fleet insurance for vans, lorries, cars and cabs

Describe your vehicles and the people who drive them, then get matched with specialist fleet brokers who can quote for the lot. From two work vans to a mixed fleet of lorries and taxis, comparing is free and there is no obligation to buy.

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Mixed fleets welcomeCars, vans and lorries together

Your choice of driversNamed, age-limited or any driver

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Quick answer

What is fleet insurance?

Fleet insurance covers several business vehicles on one policy instead of insuring each one separately. The insurer looks at the business as a whole: the vehicles, the work they do, the people behind the wheel and the fleet's claims record. Many insurers will consider a fleet from two or three vehicles, and cars, vans and lorries can often sit together.

Quick answer

Is fleet insurance cheaper?

Often, though not always. Pricing the fleet as one risk can cost less than several single policies, and it cuts the admin. A small fleet with young drivers or recent claims may see little difference, so it is worth comparing both ways before you decide. Our guide to insuring two to four vehicles looks at this in more detail.

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Fleet policy or separate policies?

Both can work. This is how they usually differ for a business running several vehicles, so you can see which suits yours before you compare prices.

One fleet policy compared with separate vehicle policies
What changesOne fleet policySeparate policies
PaperworkOne set of documents and one point of contactA policy, renewal and payment for each vehicle
Adding a vehicleUsually added mid-term with a pro-rata chargeA new policy has to be arranged each time
DriversNamed, age-limited or any authorised driverDrivers listed separately on each vehicle's policy
Claims recordBuilt up by the business as a wholeHeld against each policy or each driver
Vehicle typesCars, vans and lorries can often share one policyEach vehicle type insured on its own terms
How it is pricedOn the risk of the whole fleetVehicle by vehicle

Terms differ between insurers and are subject to their acceptance criteria. See our guide to multi-vehicle cover for fleets in between.

How fleet premiums are set

Six things that move a fleet premium, and what you can do about each

Every insurer weighs these differently, which is why the same fleet can be priced so differently. Our premiums and pricing guides go deeper.

Vehicles and their values

Repair and replacement costs vary widely between a city car, a Luton and an artic.

Your leverKeep the vehicle list current and take off anything no longer on the road.

What the vehicles do

Carrying your own tools, delivering for customers and carrying passengers are all rated differently.

Your leverDeclare each vehicle's real use, so you pay for that and no more.

Who drives

Ages, licence history and points on licences all feed into the price.

Your leverChoose the narrowest driver basis that still lets the work get done.

Claims history

How often the fleet claims, and what each claim costs, carries real weight at renewal.

Your leverKeep a tidy claims record to hand and report incidents promptly.

Where vehicles sleep

Overnight parking affects the chance of theft and damage.

Your leverLocked yards, trackers and immobilisers can all count in your favour.

Excess and extras

A higher voluntary excess lowers the premium but raises what you pay per claim.

Your leverPick an excess the business could genuinely cover after a claim.

Fleets of every size

Fleet cover that grows with the business

What insurers focus on shifts as a fleet gets bigger. Here is roughly how it changes from your first few vehicles to a large operation.

Two to four vehicles

Mini fleets

Each driver's own record counts for a lot. A family car can sometimes sit alongside a work van.

Mini fleet insurance
Five to ten vehicles

Small fleets

The business's own claims record starts to shape the price more than any one driver.

Small fleet insurance
Eleven to twenty-five

Growing fleets

Insurers look more closely at driver checks, vehicle maintenance and how incidents are handled.

Multi-vehicle insurance
Twenty-six and above

Large fleets

Written driving policies, telematics and a steady claims trend carry real weight.

Large fleet insurance

Just starting out, with no claims history in the business name yet?

Fleet insurance for new businesses

Keep costs down

Before you renew: a seven-point fleet check

Run through this a few weeks before renewal. Each point is something an insurer is likely to ask about, and most of them can bring the price down without cutting cover.

Drivers are one of the biggest levers. If your team changes often, see how any driver fleet cover compares with naming drivers, and if someone has points, read about fleets with convicted drivers.

Compare fleet quotes

  1. Remove vehicles you have sold or taken off the road.
  2. Check each vehicle's class of use against the work it does now.
  3. Update the driver list, including new starters and leavers.
  4. Ask your current insurer for the fleet's claims experience.
  5. Note security upgrades such as trackers, dashcams or a locked yard.
  6. Decide on an excess the business could pay after a claim.
  7. Compare quotes early rather than letting the policy roll over.
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How it works

How comparing fleet insurance works

  1. 1

    Tell us about the fleet

    Your vehicles, who drives them, what the fleet does and any recent claims.

  2. 2

    We pass you to MyMoneyComparison.com

    Our FCA-authorised partner matches you with specialist fleet brokers. You will see a short message while we hand you over.

  3. 3

    A broker comes back to you

    They approach insurers that take fleets like yours and talk you through the options.

  4. 4

    You choose, or walk away

    Weigh up cover, excess and price side by side. There is no obligation to buy.

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FAQs

Fleet insurance questions, answered

Still unsure? Our fleet guides cover more, or get in touch.

Why is my fleet quote higher than last year?

Common reasons include claims made during the year, new or younger drivers, more vehicles, a change in what the vehicles do, and higher repair costs across the motor market. Ask your broker which factors moved your price, then compare quotes to see how other insurers view the same fleet.

Does fleet insurance cover employees using their own cars for work?

Not usually. A fleet policy covers the vehicles listed on it. Staff using their own cars for work need business use on their personal policies, and some businesses add contingent cover to protect themselves. Our guide to grey fleet insurance explains how this works.

Can I choose which employees are allowed to drive?

Yes. You can usually name specific drivers, set a minimum age, or allow any driver you authorise. A narrower driver basis is often cheaper, while open driving suits fleets where staff change often. Each insurer sets its own age and experience terms.

What happens if one of my drivers gets points during the policy?

Tell your broker or insurer as soon as you know, as most policies ask you to. The insurer may adjust the premium, add an excess for that driver or, in some cases, exclude them. Leaving it undeclared can cause problems if that driver later has a claim.

Do I need telematics to get fleet insurance?

Not usually for smaller fleets, though some insurers ask for it on larger or higher-risk fleets. Even where it is optional, tracker and dashcam data can help you manage driving, recover stolen vehicles and settle disputed claims.

Will breakdown cover come with a fleet policy?

Not always. Some fleet policies include basic breakdown cover, others offer it as an extra, and some leave it out altogether. If a stranded vehicle means missed work, check what each quote includes before comparing on price alone.

Can I switch fleet insurer before my renewal date?

Usually, yes. You can cancel and move to a new insurer mid-term, although your current insurer may charge a cancellation fee and keep part of the premium. Weigh any fees against the new price before you switch.

Who will contact me after I compare?

When you continue to MyMoneyComparison.com, our FCA-authorised partner, it passes your details to a specialist fleet broker who will contact you about quotes. My Cheap Fleet does not sell insurance or give advice, and we may be paid a commission if you speak to a broker.