Why does it always rain on me? Damp weather could see insurance rise

Sophie Williamson-Stothert
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Cars and traffic on a wet raining evening on uk motorway.Driving in dangerous winter conditions.
Cars and traffic on a wet raining evening on uk motorway.Driving in dangerous winter conditions.


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In-car technology could see motorists who regularly travel in bad weather conditions penalised with higher insurance premiums.

According to industry chiefs, companies aim to vary premiums by using 'black box' recording devices to determine if and when motorists drive in heavy rain, snow and ice.

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