Public Relations

Non Standard Awards Winners Announced

Performance Direct's Non Standard Awards – the unique scheme that allows motoring enthusiasts to realise their dreams – has announced this year's first winners! In no particular order:

• It's on the Meter - A team effort to break the World Record for the longest Taxi Journey.
• Undercover Operation - A daring rescue mission by former SAS soldiers.
• The Skoda Lovers - Young lovers take their Skoda Rapid back to the place it was created.
• The Nurburgring Challenge - Two teams, two cars and a pilgrimage to the Nurburgring.
• Dream Car for the Big Day - A British Classic is restored for a Wedding in France.

Realise your motoring dreams; apply to the Non Standard Awards today.

Exclusive News Report by Performance Direct Motoring News:
Police Trial 200 mph Porsche Panamera

On a freezing December day, a camera team from Performance Direct went to experience what could be the British Polices latest, and most potent, weapon in the fight against speeding: an Oakley designed Porsche Panamera…

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Practical Classics cross the USA on a budget thanks to a Non Standard Award

Performance Direct's Non Standard Awards have got a team of three journalists from Practical Classics magazine across the USA. On a budget…

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Non Standard Awards: now supporting Nick Mason and the Allard Chrysler Action Group.

Performance Direct insurance has launched the second wave of its Non-Standard Motoring Awards with a match-funding initiative for the Allard Chryler Action Group. The scheme aims to raise £5,000 towards the restoration of Europe's first dragster, the Allard Chrysler, now owned by the National Motor Museum Trust at Beaulieu.

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Around the World with a NON STANDARD AWARD

Mini adventurer, Duncan Mortimer, has set off across the USA on the first leg of his 'round the world road trip.

The drive, in aid of the 'Help for Heroes' charity, celebrates this year's 50th anniversary of the launch of the original Mini and will take in over 20 countries and over 36,000 miles. It was made possible after Duncan received a Non Standard Award from insurer Performance Direct.

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The Non Standard Motoring Awards

Through Performance Direct's work with classic, modified and prestige vehicles, the company often identifies individuals with unusual motoring ideas and dreams. These include vehicle restoration projects, original road trips, record attempts, charity events and challenges. In many cases, however, these ideas remain untried, often because the individuals lack the basic finance to make their ideas happen.

That's why Performance Direct has launched the Non Standard Motoring Awards – awarding motorists who are proud to be different.

Click here for more info about the Performance Direct Insurance Non-Standard Awards.

Performance Direct Wins Insurance Times Award 2006

Grove & Dean Ltd, on behalf of its personal lines division, Performance Direct, is delighted to have won the 'Broker/Intermediary Innovation of the Year Award' at the 'Insurance Times Awards 2006'.

Performance Direct specialises in the non-standard motor insurance market. From performance and high value vehicles to modified vehicles, classic cars and motorcycles, ours is now a respected name in a diverse range of niche markets.

As the Insurance Times judges highlighted, this award proves that dedicated independent brokers with a real passion and understanding of their clients, can match anything the national brokers and major insurers can throw at them. Simplicity, the judges concluded, was the key.

Performance Direct Business Insurance

An expert website for Business Insurance.

Performance Direct, one of the UK's leading insurance brokers, has unveiled a new website bringing it's extensive expertise in Business Insurance to a wider public. We can offer fast, friendly and cost effective solutions for all your business insurance needs.

PD Business Insurance also provides excellent customer care and its claims service operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For more information and for a business insurance quote, click here or call 0845 601 9280.

Quad Bike Insurance from Performance Direct

Performance Direct has now been arranging insurance for Quad bikes for over 18 months and during this time we've seen some big changes in the market. As a result, Performance Direct has now established a specialist Quad Bike Insurance team.

If you are looking for a quad bike insurance quote, click here or call 0844 482 8124.

Mini Insurance on-line

Performance Direct launches the Web's most comprehensive Mini Insurance Quote Engine.

If you are looking for an on-line mini insurance quote, click here or call 0844 482 8125.

Performance Direct, one of the UK's leading independent insurance brokers, has unveiled a new service, providing value for money on-line insurance quotes for a huge range of Minis – including both classic and modern Minis.

On-line Insurance for Classic Cars

Performance Direct has unveiled a new service, providing fast, value for money on-line insurance quotes for Classic Cars.

If you are looking for an on-line classic car quote, click here or call 0844 482 8125.

Cheaper Insurance for American Cars, Day Vans and Pick Ups

Performance Direct now provides even better value for money insurance for American cars.

We have now expanded our special risks team to include many types of US vehicles. So, if you're considering buying or if you currently own a left-hand drive vehicle, our specialist team with over 15 different schemes to choose from, could have you covered in minutes.

Call 0844 482 8125 and speak to our Specialist American Car Insurance Department NOW!

Agree to complete a Pass Plus course within 60 days and save up to 30% on your car insurance quote

Statistics show that new drivers are more likely to have an accident in the first two years of passing their test than at any other time in their driving career. It's basically down to a lack of driving experience. This is where Pass Plus can help.

If you have completed your Pass Plus course and you are looking for an insurance quote please call 0844 482 8125 to see how much you could save.

Lady Driver Insurance, up to 30% discounts available!

Car insurance rates are cheaper for females because, statistically, female drivers are careful and more safety conscious and also cover a lower mileage. They also have fewer accidents than men and when accidents occur they usually incur less damage.

Liability Insurance - Performance Direct may have the answer.

As an owner of a business or as an employer, you have a legal responsibility towards your employees, customers and the public. You could be held legally liable and risk being sued if an employee or a member of the public is injured as a result of your negligence or breach of duty.

Monkey Bike Insurance

Performance Direct Launches new scheme for Monkey Bike insurance.

If you are looking for an insurance quotation for your Monkey Bike call 0844 482 8124.

Prestige Car Insurance

Expansion in the Prestige Vehicle Insurance Team at Performance Direct.

With more and more expensive and luxury cars on the road you would think it would be easy to get insurance! The reality though is often a different story.

Now Performance Direct has expanded the number of schemes available to insure your higher value vehicles. In fact, the greater the value of your car the easier it could now be to insure.

At Performane Direct we have insurance schemes to catter for all vehicles, if your looking for insurance for your Alfa Romeo to Zonda we should be able to help.

Convicted Driver Insurance

Performance Direct have now added a number of extra schemes to complement their accident and convicted driver panel, specialising in convicted driver insurance.

If you have points on you licence and you are looking for an on-line insurance quote, click here

BEWARE: Non- disclosure of modifications could invalidate insurance claims.

If your car is modified in any way it is of paramount importance that you inform your insurance company. With a specialist insurer like Performance Direct modifications may make no difference to your insurance premiums.