Forget Santa’s sleigh—this Christmas, it’s the family car that takes centre stage! Returning home for the holidays is always a joyful time, but for parents, it can often feel like they’ve become the family taxi service. From airport pick-ups to party drop-offs and last-minute errands, December can be a hectic time.
Enter GoShorty! With temporary car insurance offering stress-free, pay-as-you-drive cover, young drivers can give their parents a well-deserved break by taking the wheel themselves.
Our research shows just how much students rely on temporary car insurance during the festive season. Between November and December 2023, we saw a 31% increase in student policy sales, with a 55% spike during the 11-day Christmas period (20th–31st December). On average, students take out a policy for 3.6 days in December, making up the largest demographic of temporary car insurance users over the holidays.
For students keen to keep their independence—and their parents out of the driver’s seat—temporary student car insurance is the perfect solution. If you or your child are considering it for Christmas, read on to discover the benefits.
The Benefits of Temporary Insurance for Students
Temporary car insurance allows students to share the family car without committing to long-term policies. It’s one of the most practical and affordable car insurance options for students, offering a range of benefits:
- Independence: Drive yourself around without relying on Mum or Dad for lifts. With temporary insurance, there’s no need to revert to your teenage self or beg for a ride. You can get insured for as little as one hour, perfect for being able to run errands when you want to.
- Ease of Use: Getting insured on someone else’s car is quick and simple. Just fill out our online form to get a quote and purchase your policy in minutes, there’s no need to be added as a named driver when you can borrow a parent’s car so easily with temporary cover.
- Flexibility: Plans change? No problem. Temporary cover lets you insure a car by the day or the hour. Whatever the schedule, you can be insured and on the road in no time.
- Affordability: Students often have tight budgets, especially at Christmas, when expenses like social events, presents, and travel add up. Our reasonably priced policies make temporary insurance a cost-effective option during the holidays.
- Avoid Public Transport Delays: Skip the crowded, noisy trains and buses packed with holiday shoppers. With temporary insurance, you can enjoy a stress-free journey without swaying in your big coat or battling delayed public transport.
Our temporary car insurance options are the ultimate Christmas lifesaver, offering a practical, pay-as-you-drive solution for students returning home from uni. Whether it’s running errands, visiting family, or dashing out for last-minute gifts, temporary cover gives you the freedom to enjoy the season your way. Get a quote today and drive into the holidays with ease!