The RAC has advised holidaymakers that making sure their car is covered is just as important as taking out travel insurance. Adam  Cracknell, a spokesperson from the organisation claimed that liability for damage to other vehicles and causing injuries to other motorists can acquire “very high costs.” By covered ensures that policy holders have access to help and expertise in dealing with such situations.

Cracknell stated that: “Getting car insurance if you’re driving abroad is as valuable as getting travel insurance.” He continued by commenting that: “If you were involved in a road traffic accident in France and then you passed on your insurance details, they are trained to deal with that and can sort it all out for you. It can be less stressful than sorting it out on your own.”

Cracknell confirmed that people joining the RAC’s European recovery service has increased by 10% last year. Other products offered by the RAC included car insurance, vehicle status checks, car breakdown cover, route planners and car loans.

So before you drive into the sunset, make sure you are driving insured.