Temporary Van Insurance with Instant Cover
Comprehensive cover
From 1 hour to 28 days flexible cover
Drivers aged 21 to 75
Protect the van owner’s No Claims Discount
Maximum van value: £65,000
Prices start from £22.31 per hour (prices correct at 29/06/2026)
Why Thousands of UK Drivers Trust Performance Direct
Performance Direct is a Chartered Insurance Broker, a professional standard held by fewer than 5 per cent of UK broking firms and awarded by the Chartered Insurance Institute.
We have been introducing customers to specialist insurance providers for over 50 years as part of the Grove and Dean Group, a Chartered insurance broker for specialist insurance cover.
We chose to work with GoShorty because of their proven track record in short term vehicle insurance, and because they are themselves authorised and regulated to the same standard we expect of any firm we recommend.
GoShorty Is Directly Authorised and Regulated by the FCA
Your temporary van insurance policy is sold by GoShorty, a trading name of Complex to Clear Ltd. GoShorty is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in its own right, Firm Reference Number 751221. This means your policy, your claim, and your ongoing service are protected by the full framework of UK financial services regulation, provided directly by GoShorty as the firm responsible for this product.
How You Get Covered
Performance Direct acts as an introducer only for this product. We do not arrange, advise on, administer, or underwrite your temporary van insurance policy. Once you click through to GoShorty, your quote, purchase, policy documents, and any future claim are all handled directly by GoShorty.
This gives you access to a specialist, dedicated short term insurance provider quickly and easily, while starting your journey from a broker you already trust.
Why We're a Trusted Starting Point
Performance Direct holds more than 17,000 Trustpilot reviews rated Excellent, reflecting the service we provide across our own range of annual insurance products.
While this rating relates to Performance Direct as a business rather than to the GoShorty product directly, it reflects the same standards of care we apply when choosing which specialist firms we recommend.
We have been a BIBA member since 2007 and are authorised and regulated by the FCA, registration number 307002, for the insurance services we provide directly.
When Do You Need Temporary Van Insurance?
Short term van insurance is the practical, cost-effective choice across a wide range of everyday situations. You should consider temporary cover whenever you need to use a van for a defined period without wanting to commit to or pay for a full annual policy.
Moving House
Moving house is the most common reason people arrange temporary van insurance in the UK. Whether you are hiring a self-drive removal van or borrowing one from a friend or family member, temporary cover gives you fully comprehensive protection for the duration of your move. You pay only for the time you need, and there is no impact on your No Claims Discount if something goes wrong.
Buying a Van from a Private Seller
When you buy a van privately and need to drive it home before your annual insurance is in place, you need cover that starts immediately. Temporary van insurance can be arranged in minutes, allowing you to collect your new van with confidence. Once you are home, you can arrange your long-term policy without rushing into the wrong decision.
Seasonal or Short Contract Work
Tradespeople, seasonal workers, and small business owners who only need a van for a defined project or contract period can avoid the cost of a full annual policy by arranging temporary cover for the exact duration they need. Cover can be arranged for as little as one hour or extended up to 28 days.
Borrowing a Friend's or Family Member's Van
You can arrange temporary van insurance in your own name to drive a van that belongs to someone else, provided you have their permission. This means the van owner's own annual policy and their No Claims Discount are completely protected. There is no need to be added as a named driver on their policy, which can be costly and administratively inconvenient.
