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Privilege launches privilege.com for instant motor insurance cover online - in time for 'car crime season'

Privilege, the UK's premiere specialist insurer, is launching an online 'quote and buy' service through privilege.com.

The site will allow the six million motorists in the UK termed 'non-standard risks'* to get an immediate motor insurance quote online in as little as two minutes.

privilege.com will also have a host of practical tips on how to avoid becoming one of the 350,000 victims of car crime** during the 'car crime season'.

privilege.com is wholly integrated with the Privilege call centre so customers can save their quote at any time and ring back during call centre hours to ask questions or complete the purchase.

"We are aiming for privilege.com to quickly become the leading specialist online motor insurer. We anticipate 20% of our business to be conducted online by the end of 2001".

"Motor insurance is fast becoming the leading online financial product. With our streamlined process, which allows customers to access our preferential rates in as little as two mintues, we expect to attract large numbers of customers."

Customers simply complete one page of required details, (incl.personal details, registration number and claims/convictions history) to get a tailored quote.
The quote can then be amended to suit the level of cover
required.
Instant cover can then be taken out without leaving the chair.

privilege.com is launching its online 'quote and buy' service as the car crime period commences.

An estimated 350,000** reported car crimes will occur in the UK from October 2000 till January 2001 but many more car crimes will go unreported.

As a result, Privilege is teaming up with the Westminster Police Crime Prevention Unit at Marylebone to combat car crime.

The initiative, a visible deterrent placed in the window, reminds motorists to remove valuable items whilst warning potential thieves there is nothing of value in the car.

By taking part in this scheme Privilege Insurance hopes motorists will take heed of advice to realise simple security measures can lead to reducing car crime further.

Privilege has recommended ten steps to preventing drivers from becoming victims of theft crime, which can be found on privilege.com.

"Unfortunately many thefts arise from simple negligence such as windows left open and leaving valuables in the car. It takes just a moment to apply a number of security measures to take temptation away from a thief."

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Privilege online quote and buy service is a quick and easy way of getting an immediate quote for your individual needs. Privilege could also save you pounds on your motor insurance.

Privilege Tips for Drivers to avoid becoming victims of theft

Lock all doors. Never leave an unattended car unlocked. Make sure your boot, windows and sunroof are all closed. Lock your doors even while you're stationary to prevent opportunist theft.
Never leave keys in the ignition. This may sound obvious but it's surprising how often thieves can simply climb in and drive away.
Always set your alarm. If you have an alarm, always set it and regularly test your security system.
Park in a secure well lit area. Criminals dislike bright, busy places, so try to park where there are people. Never leave your car park exit ticket in the car.
Take your personal possessions with you.
Stick to familiar routes. Avoid getting lost at night, if you break down stay in your vehicle. On a motorway stay close to your vehicle so you can climb in if someone approaches.
Keep your driving documents at home. Never give thieves a chance to use them as their own.
Take chequebooks or credit cards with you. Around 20% of stolen cards are taken from cars. Don't even leave them in the glove compartment.
Etch windscreens. This is a visual deterrent that can cost thieves hundreds of pounds to replace the glass.
If you have a garage - use it! Ensure the car is locked as well as the garage.

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