Is Direct Line still owned by RBS?

Why is Direct Line so cheap?

By not being on comparison sites, Direct Line doesn't have to pay commissions to the comparison sites when you buy a policy—this helps keep Direct Line keep their prices lower.

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Has Direct Line been taken over?

The business was purchased by RBS Group in 2003, bringing it into RBS' insurance division, which is today known as Direct Line Group.

Does Direct Line own Admiral?

Spun out from Royal Bank of Scotland in 2012, Direct Line Insurance Group (LSE:DLG) doesn't have the international reach of Admiral, but it represents the leading insurance name in the UK. And this is a company that has been going from strength to strength in recent years.

Who owns Churchill insurance?

We are a UK-based company and sell insurance policies by phone and on the internet. In 2003, Churchill was acquired by the Royal Bank of Scotland Group, making the bank's insurance arm the second largest general insurer in the UK.

How long has Direct Line been going?

And just one way for customers to buy – over the phone. Since its launch in 1985, Direct Line's aim has always been to put the customer first.

Are Direct Line on comparison sites?

When you compare car insurance on price comparison sites, you won't see Direct Line. Getting a car insurance quote can be complicated, so we like to keep things simple. We aim to offer cheap car insurance, but also want to provide the best car insurance for you by offering benefits that some other insurers don't.

Is Direct Line down?

Direct Line is currently undergoing a spot of site maintenance, but we'll be up and running again soon.

Who are Sheilas Wheels owned by?

The owner of this site is esure Services Limited.

Who is Hastings Direct owned by?

Hastings Direct is a trading name of Hastings Insurance Services Limited, and is part of the Hastings Group.

Is Sheilas Wheels part of Admiral?

A: Yes, Sheilas' Wheels is part of the esure brand, and is underwritten by esure—as they are owned by esure, in essence they are the same company. (Sheilas' Wheels is not part of Admiral, as some people think.)

Does Direct Line automatically renew?

Auto renewal

If you're set up for automatic renewal and you're happy with the cover outlined, we'll automatically renew your policy and send you the new documents. Payment will be taken within seven days after renewal using your existing details.

Is green flag part of Direct Line?

Breakdown cover with Green Flag

Both Direct Line and Green Flag are underwritten by U K Insurance Limited and are part of the same group.

Who is the biggest car insurer in the UK?

Admiral Group

The Admiral Group is the largest auto insurance company in the UK with 14% of the motor insurance market, underwriting policies through their Admiral, Bell, Diamond, elephant.co.uk and Gladiator brands.

Who is the biggest insurer in the UK?

Aviva. Aviva is the biggest of the all the insurance companies in the UK, with a 17% market share of the life insurance and savings market, as well as a 10% share of the general insurance market.

Are esure and Sheilas Wheels the same company?

The esure Group has two well-established brands within the direct insurance and broker marketplaces – esure, Sheilas' Wheels.