Young drivers are paying more than double what other motorists spend to insure their cars, research by uSwitch.com reveals.

They warn that the car insurance industry could come under pressure when the government announces new measures to tackle age-based prejudice in the equalities bill as age, whether it'll be too old or too young, significantly influences insurance premiums.

Ashton Berkhauer, insurance expert at uSwitch.com, says the bill could possibly mean lower premiums for younger drivers in the very near future.

"Whether the equalities bill impacts young driver premiums or not, the most important thing is to research the cost of insurance before you buy a car," he adds.
"Young drivers must do their homework first and shop around to make sure they find the best cover and policy features to suit their needs and budget."

On average a young driver's car insurance policy costs 69 per cent of the value of their car.