TempDrive

Get temporary cover online and be on your way in minutes!

The fast lane of temporary insurance cover

Borrowing a car for the weekend. A learner driver needing to practise. A van required for a one-off job. These are everyday situations that don’t need a year-long policy – they need temporary insurance cover that’s quick to get and easy to understand. TempDrive is a UK specialist covering cars, vans, motorbikes and motorhomes on a short-term basis. Secure your cover online in minutes, and your documents land in your inbox straight away.

WHY DO I NEED TEMPORARY COVER INSURANCE?

Reasons for temporary insurance cover

Not every journey needs a year-long commitment. Plenty of everyday situations call for short-term driving insurance – and more of them than you’d think.

If it’s got wheels, we’ve probably got a policy for it…

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MOTORBIKES

✔ Borrowing a friend or family member’s car without affecting their no-claims bonus

✔ Practising as a learner driver in a private vehicle between lessons

✔ Adding a temporary driver for a road trip or short trip away

✔ Bridging the gap when your annual policy ends or hasn’t started yet

✔ Hiring a van for a one-off job or house move without a full annual policy

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HOW TEMPORARY INSURANCE COVER WORKS

It’s easier than parallel parking…

Choose your vehicle type, enter your details and registration and pick your duration. You’ll get an instant quote and then be able to pay securely online. 

Your policy documents are in your inbox before you’ve put your seatbelt on.

Fully comprehensive cover as standard

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Flexible cover from 1 hour to 28 days

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The price you see is the price you pay

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FCA-authorised and regulated

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Underwritten by ERS – A+ rated

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Instant policy documents

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No impact on the owner's no-claims bonus

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UK-based specialist insurer

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100% online, available 24/7

Miles to go. Minutes to get covered.

Secure temporary insurance cover – available any time, any day.

Temporary insurance cover, whatever you drive

Flexible temporary car insurance cover for UK drivers – whether you’re borrowing, lending or just need one-day car insurance. We also offer temporary car insurance for new drivers and electric vehicle owners

Our temporary van insurance covers everything from a one-off delivery to a full week of business driving. Get van insurance for a day or longer – ideal for sole traders and businesses needing short-term driving insurance without an annual commitment.

From a single day to several weeks, our temp motorbike insurance and motorcycle day insurance gets you on the road with full comprehensive cover, arranged entirely online.

Short-term motorhome and campervan insurance for trips up to 28 days. Be it a weekend escape or a longer road trip, get temporary cover arranged in minutes.

Our temporary business car insurance and temporary business van insurance covers work-related journeys – client visits, site trips and deliveries – when your personal policy doesn’t extend to business use.

Temporary learner driver insurance (also known as temporary provisional insurance) for practising in a private vehicle. Available from just one day, with no impact on the vehicle owner’s no-claims bonus.

Short-term driving insurance for every vehicle and every situation. Find your policy and get covered in minutes.

WHY YOU NEED COVER

Temporary insurance cover for every scenario

Borrowing a car

Driving a friend or family member’s car without affecting their no-claims bonus.

Learner practising

Building hours behind the wheel in a private vehicle between lessons.

One-off van job

Moving house, making a delivery or picking up a large purchase.

Bridging cover

Covering the gap between one annual policy ending and another beginning.

Campervan trip

Heading off on a road trip in a motorhome or campervan for up to 28 days.

Business journey

Driving to a client meeting or work event not covered by a personal policy.

Test drive

Getting behind the wheel of a vehicle before committing to a purchase.

Adding a driver

Temporarily adding another driver to a vehicle for a trip or holiday.

Short-term bike cover

Getting back on a motorbike for a season, a trip or a one-off ride.

1 hour • 1 day • 1 month

From a single hour to a full month, temporary insurance cover is available in the duration that suits you. And if your plans change, you can extend your policy before it expires.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Temporary insurance isn’t just for borrowing vehicles – you can take out a short-term policy on your own car. This is useful if your annual policy has lapsed, you’re between insurers or you simply need cover for a specific period.

Yes. Every TempDrive policy is registered with the MID, meaning your vehicle will show as insured for the duration of your cover. This is a legal requirement and is handled automatically when you buy.

Cover is primarily designed for driving within the UK. If you need to drive in Europe or further afield, check the policy details at the point of quote to confirm what’s included.

You’ll need a valid UK driving licence, your vehicle registration number and payment details. In most cases, nothing else is required to get covered.

Yes. Eligibility and cover levels may vary depending on the value of the vehicle. Full details are confirmed at the point of quote before you commit to purchasing.

Yes, in most cases consecutive policies can be arranged. However, this is subject to eligibility and policy terms, which are confirmed at the point of quote.

Contact the claims team as soon as possible after an incident. Your policy documents will include the relevant claims contact details. All claims are handled through ERS, your underwriter.

Breakdown cover is not included as standard. If you need roadside assistance, we’d recommend arranging this separately before your journey.

TempDrive policies are typically available to drivers aged 17 to 75. Age eligibility may vary slightly depending on the vehicle type and is confirmed at the point of quote.

Of course. If your plans change, you can extend your temporary insurance cover before your current policy expires. Simply log in to your account and select the extension option – no need to take out a new policy from scratch.

Get a temporary insurance quote in minutes and be on your way.