Drivers may benefit from buying modified car insurance from a specialist

Motorists may be better off purchasing their insurance from a specialist, if the comments of one industry group are anything to go by.

According to the British Insurance Brokers' Association, simply choosing a policy on the basis of a recommendation from a price comparison website could prove to be a mistake.

It stated people need to think about any special requirements - such as modifications they have made to their auto - and consider whether they will receive sufficient protection from the cover they are thinking about buying.

The group said price should not be the only consideration when purchasing a policy and urged drivers to prioritise quality over cost.

Head of technical services Peter Staddon claimed people with specific needs may find these are not met if they simply opt for the cheapest cover available.

"When buying online, aggregator sites make assumptions and this can create problems," he stated.

Bearing this in mind, drivers with modified cars may find a specialist provider is their best bet

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