Day Insurance

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  • Flexible cover that's right for you
  • Just a separate policy for the day you need
  • Comprehensive with no impact on no claims discount

What is day insurance?

Need car insurance for a day? Trust Tempcover for quick, easy and flexible cover.

Available in an instant and comprehensive as standard, it gives you peace of mind when you only need to drive for 24 hours.

There are no long-term commitments. It’s just easy cover that helps get you where you need to go.

How does day insurance cover work?

It’s quick and easy. First, tell us some details about yourself, the car and when you need the cover to start.

We’ll then search our panel of insurers for temporary car insurance that’s right for you.

You might not even need a day’s insurance. If the car’s in the garage for a quick fix, you could get hourly car insurance. Maybe you’re looking at a new car and need test drive insurance? Need longer? We also offer weekly and weekend car insurance.

When would I need day insurance for my car?

  • Moving house - Borrow a car to transport your stuff
  • Road trip - Share the journey with a friend
  • Car in for repairs - Keep on moving in another motor
  • Back from uni - Borrow the family car and get around easily

If you’re eligible, you can get daily car insurance in an instant.

How much does day insurance cost?

While price varies depending on you and the vehicle’s details plus your driving history, single-day car insurance can often be a very affordable option - especially when compared to adjusting existing cover.

What does day insurance cover?

Get the cover you need with tailored 24-hour car insurance from Tempcover. All cover is fully comprehensive as standard, so your policy protects you against damage to yourself, your car, or any third parties involved in an accident. You’re also covered for the following:

Each insurer on our panel has its own eligibility criteria. Please pay close attention to the Proposer’s Declaration.

Benefits of our daily car insurance

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How to get daily car insurance

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Comprehensive cover as standard, temporary car insurance (excluding impounded) covers damage to yourself, your car and/or any third parties involved in an accident.

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