New breakdown service for cyclists is free
Cyclists who break down are now able to call out a recovery lorry in much the same way as car drivers use the AA or RAC.
The carbon-neutral Cycle Rescue service costs from £34 per year, but is included for free with a new type of cycle insurance launched this week by ilovemybike.co.uk
A spokesperson for the Environmental Transport Association (ETA) said: “Motorists get all manner of extras thrown in for free when they buy insurance – the service for cyclists should not be any different.”
A poll conducted on behalf of ilovemybike.co.uk has found that over 4 million British motorists would be prepared to cycle more to cut their motoring costs.
Compare the cycle insurance market
| Cycle insurance from ilovemybike.co.uk includes the following | Does your policy match up? |
|---|---|
| New-for-old replacement – free race cover | No matter the age or condition of your bicycle |
| Cover for accidental damage – free race cover | Much like fully-comp car insurance cover |
| Free Cycle Rescue breakdown cover for bike and rider worth £34 | If you are unable to continue your journey due to an accident, vandalism or mechanical failure, a van comes to get you |
| Third-party cover up to £1million | You don’t need to join a cycling club to get third party insurance – it’s included with this cycle insurance as standard |
| Personal accident cover | Pays out up to £20,000 in the case of death or serious injury |
| Cycle hire | In the event of a claim, keeps you on the road |
| 60 days’ European cover | Covers your bike on holiday |
| ‘Get you home’ cover | Reimbursement for a taxi home should your bike be stolen or damaged |
| No-claims discount | Up to 40 per cent |
| 40 per cent discount for folding bikes | This type of bike is less likely to be stolen, so you shouldn’t be paying the same rates as non-folding cycles |
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What is the ETA?
The ETA provides cyclists and motorists with green breakdown cover and insurance. The ETA exists in order to campaign for sustainable transport.