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Winter tyres

For some weeks now you have been advocating the use of winter tyres. I have heard recently, however, that some insurance companies regard the fitting of such tyres as a 'modification' and in the event of a claim they may refuse to pay unless they were previously informed and agreed to the change. Have you heard of this approach by insurers?

Asked on 6 December 2010 by Papa

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