Drivers over 70 face £482 charge to stay on roads

NewsMidlands NewsMidlands traffic and travelThe average car insurance price for those aged 70+ is £48215:17, 16 Aug 2026Drivers over 70 face a £482 charge to stay on the road as the cost of car insurance continues to rise. Compare the Market figures show motorists are paying £217 less for car insurance than they were two years ago.‌Confused.com data shows data shows the average car insurance price for those aged 70+ is £482. These low prices are due to the fact that older drivers generally have more years of experience behind the wheel.‌They often have a larger no-claims bonus built up too. Confused explains: "That said, once drivers hit 70, their insurance does tend to creep up. This explains why drivers in their 60s actually see lower costs than those who are 70+.‌READ MORE Andy Burnham