A real concern for motorists when it comes to not owning or insuring a car for a while is that they might lose their No Claims Bonus (NCB), which can take years to build up. However, it’s not that black and white. Even with a gap in cover, your NCB can remain valid for a time, depending on your insurer.

As part of the Department of Transport’s Moving Together strategy, motorists in Ireland are being encouraged to consider their options for other means of transport that can be kinder to the planet as well as having other benefits such as being cheaper or good for your health.

If you are moving abroad, switching to public transport, or temporarily not needing a car, you often can preserve your NCB.

The FIFA World Cup is one of the biggest sporting events in the world, attracting fans from across the globe. While Ireland may not have qualified for the 2026 tournament, many Irish football supporters are still expected to travel to the USA, Canada and Mexico to experience the excitement firsthand.

If you're planning a World Cup trip, travel insurance should be an important part of your preparations. Having the right cover in place can help protect you if things don't go according to plan and give you peace of mind while you're away.

Here are some common questions travellers may have before heading to the tournament.

Having a car can be handy at times. Like when you need to transport some bulky furniture, or if you’re dropping your 4 mates to the airport. But sometimes it’s just a bit of a pain when you have to deal with parking, maintenance and fuel.

If you add additional drivers on your motor policy, your household can enjoy the benefits of a car without everyone having to own their own vehicle. Whether it is your partner, child or a close friend, the flexibility that can be enjoyed from these insurance options makes them worth considering.

Before you rush to add someone to your policy, let’s take a look at the fine print that can apply to additional drivers.

Will buying an electric vehicle make getting insurance harder?

When it comes to getting insurance for your electric vehicle, there are a few differences to be aware of but you don’t be put off by insurance – it’s all rather simple!

Ireland has committed itself to achieving a 51% reduction in emissions by 2030 and a net-zero position by 2050. For the transport sector, this translates to a cut of 50% in transport emissions (relative to 2018 levels) by 2030. To achieve this target, the Government is supporting a large-scale transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs). The Moving Together Strategy acknowledges the importance of supporting the use of EVs and better charging infrastructure, especially given the necessity of cars in rural areas.

All across the country, thousands of commuters drive to work on the same roads to the same destinations as their neighbours, colleagues, or fellow students. If every driver carried another driver, the number of cars on our roads could be reduced by half.

Carpooling has great benefits for drivers, passengers, and the wider community. It’s a great way to save money by splitting the cost of getting to work or school, and fewer cars on the road will mean that your journey has a reduced environmental impact and contributes to reducing traffic congestion.

The Department of Transport’s Moving Together Strategy is a plan by the Government to make Ireland’s transport system more efficient for everyone while also reducing the impact of car dependence on the economy, the environment and the health of our society.