Give yourself breakdown cover for Christmas, says Tesco Insurance

Tesco is advising UK motorists to add breakdown cover to their car insurance this Christmas.

15:15 15 December 2004

Tesco is advising UK motorists to add breakdown cover to their car insurance this Christmas.

The company has estimated that over ten thousand vehicles will have to be rescued on Christmas Eve and Christmas day alone.

Tesco is also offering consumers the chance to pick up breakdown cover over the counter at its stores and petrol stations.

Customers can chose one of four comprehensive cover levels and pay at the checkout, without needing to fill out forms and offering instant cover.

Tesco has also offered motorists it's top ten festive travelling tips.

These are:
-Get your battery checked
-Check your tyre tread - the legal standard is 1.6mm, but better tread will result in better grip
-Clean your lights - grime and dirt can prevent lights from giving full glow
-Check that your brake and fog lights are working properly
-Ensure that you have a scraper and de-icer in the car
-Also keep some de-icer in your house in case the locks on your car are frozen
-Do not put boiling water on the windscreen as it could crack
-Allow longer journey times in case road conditions are bad
-Carry a warm coat and gloves in the boot of your car
-Ensure you have adequate breakdown cover