Women Facing Higher Car Insurance Premiums

Online, March 2, 2011 (Newswire.com) - The ability for car insurance providers to differentiate between male and female drivers' was deemed unfair and will be ruled out of the decision making process for car insurers from the end of next year.

The new ruling from the European Court of Justice means that young women will end up facing significantly higher car insurance premiums, some estimations are rises of up to 25%. Car insurance premiums for men could fall by an estimated 10%, these figures csame from the ABI yesterday.

The case challenged the use of statistics based on gender, citing the 'Rights of the Lisbon Treaty, signed under the previous Labour Government.

Terry Hogan Founder of www.Motoring.co.uk the new car deals web site said: "Car insurance premiums have been rising steadily over the last few years, so this represents a double whammy for consumers in the current climate."

"With fuel costs at their highest ever levels, the cost of motoring could rise even further for female motorists, making a mockery of the spirit of the legislation. Women could soon have the equal right to pay over the odds for their car insurance."

"We urge men and women to get compare car insurance quotes so they get a competitive price. Anyone looking to sell their car should use the free car valuation tool. motoring.co.uk searches thousands of cheap new cars and new car deals to find you the best price."