Car Dealership Insurance

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James Hallam is an independent Lloyd’s broker with a dedicated team of experienced insurance professionals who care about protecting your business.

Trust leads to more trust

James Hallam is an independent Lloyd’s broker with a dedicated team of experienced insurance professionals who care about protecting your business.

Car Dealership Insurance

Since 1982, we have supplied specialist insurance and risk management solutions to car dealerships across the country. No matter what sort of car dealership you are running, you can depend on us to provide expert advice and cost-effective insurance solutions to suit your needs.

What is car dealership insurance?

Car dealer insurance is specialist cover for car dealerships of all kinds. This dedicated cover can protect your business against the unique risks associated with buying and selling new and used cars.

Who needs car dealer insurance?

Anyone who buys and sells new or used cars, at whatever scale, should get specialist car dealer insurance. Whether you are a:

  • Part-time trader working locally
  • A national network of large dealerships
  • Selling new or used cars

Dedicated car dealership cover will help you manage and mitigate the many risks you will face.

What does car dealership insurance cover?

Car dealership insurance covers some of the common risks faced by car dealers. Core areas of cover include:

  • Road Risk – This will cover you to drive vehicles you do not own as part of your work, including customers’ vehicles, and any vehicles you are buying or selling.
  • Contents and Stock – This will cover your stock of new or used cars, along with any equipment or machinery you use as part of your business, against loss, damage, or theft.
  • Public Liability Cover – If any customers or other members of the public experience loss or damage on or around your business premises, this will cover any legal fees and compensation payments that may arise.
  • Employer’s Liability Cover – If you employ any staff, then you have a legal obligation to get employer’s liability cover. It will cover any claims made by your staff related to on-the-job accident or injury.
  • Buildings Cover – This will cover your business premises against damages from fire, flood, theft, vandalism, and other events.
  • Cyber Insurance – Cybercrime is a major risk for all businesses. Specialist cyber insurance can cover the expenses associated with responding to, and recovering from, a cyberattack.

How much does car dealership insurance cost?

The cost of the insurance premium for car dealerships depends on a number of factors, including:

  • The size of your business
  • Locations
  • Types of vehicles you sell and their value
  • Security measures you put in place
  • Level of cover

We can work with you to tailor a policy that fits your needs and budget.

Why choose James Hallam for car dealership insurance?

We are an independent Lloyd’s broker with a dedicated team of experienced insurance professionals who are committed to protecting your business. We will take the time to get to know you and your car dealership business. This will help us understand the unique risks you face, so we can tailor a bespoke car dealership insurance package to give you the cover you need at a price you can afford.

We are here to help you.
Call us on 03330 384 058 or email motortrade@jameshallam.co.uk

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