# Road Runner > Specialists in Motor Trade Insurance ## POSTS - [Saving the stranded - why insurance is necessary for Vehicle Recovery operators](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/saving-the-stranded-why-insurance-is-necessary-for-vehicle-recovery-operators/):As a vehicle recovery and breakdown operator, you need to make sure that you are suitably covered. - [Small Garage Insurance - why you should consider cover no matter the size](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/small-garage-insurance-why-you-should-consider-cover-no-matter-the-size/):As an owner of a small garage, ensure you are covered against all types of risk with a policy covering liability and premises. - [What Is Motor Trade Insurance & Do You Need It?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/what-is-motor-trade-insurance-do-you-need-it/):Motor trade insurance is recommended for businesses working with and around vehicles. Find out more about what it is and whether you need it. - [Protecting you and your business assets](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/protecting-you-and-your-business-assets/):Motor trade liability insurance can protect you against employee claims, slips, trips and accidental loss of or damage to property and vehicles. - [How you could save on your Motor Trade insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/how-you-can-reduce-your-motor-trade-insurance-costs/):At Road Runner, we're with you. So, we've come up with a few ways on how you can save on your motor trade insurance. - [Tool Insurance for the Motor Trade](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/tool-insurance-for-the-motor-trade/):Mechanics, protect your tools with insurance. Theft can happen, so ensure you're covered for replacements. - [What is motor trade insurance - and do you need it?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/what-is-motor-trade-insurance-and-do-you-need-it/):Most of the time, motor trade insurance is designed to be flexible, and cover both the business and any staff. - [Festive Opening hours](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/notification/festive-opening-hours/): - [Fleet management tips for small garages and traders](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/fleet-management-tips-for-small-garages-and-traders/):Optimize your small vehicle fleet with practical management tips. From maintenance to cost control, discover strategies to improve efficiency and profitability. - [Preparing for the 2035 petrol ban: Insurance implications](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/preparing-for-the-2035-petrol-ban-insurance-implications/):Discover how the UK's 2035 petrol ban will reshape the automotive industry. Learn about compliance, insurance changes, and strategies for motor trade businesses - [Why mechanics are under threat when under vehicles](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/why-mechanics-are-under-threat-when-under-vehicles/):Mechanics face dangers working under vehicles. Stay aware of the risks that come with the job. - [David Philipse](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/people/david-philipse/): - [Do car valeters and detailers need motor trade insurance?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/do-car-valeters-and-detailers-need-motor-trade-insurance/):Do you need motor trade insurance for your valeting or detailing business? Learn about the vital protections it offers for your operations and customer vehicles - [Insurance for vehicle recovery operators: What to look for](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/insurance-for-vehicle-recovery-operators-what-to-look-for/):Discover essential insurance coverage for vehicle recovery operators. Learn about tailored policies that protect against unique risks and ensure peace of mind. - [Top 5 mistakes that invalidate your motor trade insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/top-5-mistakes-that-invalidate-your-motor-trade-insurance/):Discover the top 5 mistakes that can invalidate your motor trade insurance. Learn how to protect your business and ensure your coverage remains intact. - [Motor trade insurance glossary: 25 terms every trader should know](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/motor-trade-insurance-glossary-25-terms-every-trader-should-know/):Master the language of motor trade insurance! Explore our glossary of 25 key terms to ensure your business is well-protected and informed. - [How to prove you're a legitimate motor trader](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/how-to-prove-youre-a-legitimate-motor-trader/):Discover how to prove your legitimacy as a motor trader with essential documents and tips for building trust with customers and insurers. - [Road risk or combined motor trade insurance: Which one is right for you?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/road-risk-or-combined-motor-trade-insurance/):Discover how to enhance safety in your motor trade business. Learn about HSE inspections, isocyanate risks, and essential compliance measures for your team. - [Protecting Your Team: What HSE's New Safety Inspections Mean for Motor Trade Businesses](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/hses-new-safety-inspections-for-motor-trade/):Discover how HSE's new safety inspections impact motor trade businesses. Learn essential steps to protect your team and ensure compliance with regulations. - [How the cost-of-living crisis is affecting the UK motor trade](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/how-the-cost-of-living-crisis-is-affecting-the-uk-motor-trade/):Discover how the UK cost-of-living crisis is reshaping the motor trade. Explore rising costs, reduced demand & strategies for businesses to adapt & thrive. - [Staying secure - how to keep your trade tools safe](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/staying-secure-how-to-keep-your-trade-tools-safe/):Most vehicle crime is preventable, and according to police statistics, it can take a thief just 10 seconds to take something from your vehicle. - [Accidents - how to deal with them on the road & on your premises](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/accidents-how-to-deal-with-them-on-the-road-on-your-premises/):Insurers would always advocate that prevention is better than cure, but what should you do if an accident happens? - [Can you get Motor Trade Insurance without business premises?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/can-you-get-motor-trade-insurance-without-business-premises/):Discover how Motor Trade Insurance works for traders without business premises, including home-based and mobile set-ups. - [Are you a mobile mechanic? There's insurance cover for that...](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/are-you-a-mobile-mechanic-theres-insurance-cover-for-that/):A lot of people assume that mobile mechanic insurance is the same as standard traders' insurance, however this isn’t the case. - [Coronavirus and Business Interruption](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/coronavirus-and-business-interruption/):We have set out our views of how the insurance market is responding to Coronavirus and are happy to help you understand your insurance cover at this time. - [Coronavirus Awareness & Advice Tool for Motor Traders](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/coronavirus-awareness-advice-tool-for-motor-traders/):With the spread of Coronavirus gathering pace in the UK, guidance from the Government and the NHS is changing on a daily basis. - [The return of accompanied test drives?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/the-return-of-accompanied-test-drives/):As social distancing rules relax, find out how motor traders plan to return to a new normal. - [The Whiplash Reforms - What it means for you](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/the-whiplash-reforms-what-it-means-for-you/):"The Whiplash Reforms" aim to reduce the number and cost of Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims. Read more with Road Runner. - [60 years of the Porsche 911](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/60-years-of-the-porsche-911/):The Porsche 911 turns 60! This iconic car's looks, talent, and style only get better with age. - [The future of classic cars](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/the-future-of-classic-cars/):Future classic cars: What to look for, investment tips, and price sustainability for collectors. - [Keeping it clean: what you need to know about valet insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/keeping-it-clean-what-you-need-to-know-about-valet-insurance/):Valeting vehicles? Ensure you're covered if something goes wrong with a customer's valuable possession. - [What is fleet insurance and do I need it?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/what-is-fleet-insurance-and-do-i-need-it/):Simplify insurance and protect your fleet with a comprehensive policy. Discover the benefits of commercial fleet insurance. - [What is Road Risk insurance?](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/news-and-views/what-is-road-risk-insurance/):Drivers face risks even on short trips. Ensure you're covered when driving a customer's vehicle for work. ## PAGES - [Road Runner Plus](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/plus/):Road Runner Plus is a standard & consistent data capture platform, providing a digital, packaged insurance solution for your SME Motor Trade clients. - [Brokers](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/brokers/):Road Runner provide a wholesale insurance solution for brokers that are looking for the perfect motor trade cover. Click here to get started now! - [Mechanic Tool PPC](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/mechanic-tool-ppc/):Get specialist mechanic tool insurance. A dedicated team, UK-wide cover, and protection for your essential tools. Get a quote today. - [Mechanics PPC](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/mechanics-ppc/):Road Runner offers specialized car mechanic insurance to safeguard your business. Request a quote now and ensure your tools and vehicles are protected. - [Home](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/):Road Runner provide specialist motor trade insurance from independent motor trade professionals. Get a quote today from our traders’ insurance specialists! - [Trade Plate Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/trade-plate-insurance/):Trade Plate Insurance made simple. Flexible, trusted cover for vehicle delivery drivers and professionals handling other people’s vehicles. Get a quote today. - [FAQs](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/faqs/):Here we have outlined some of our most frequesntly asked questions. Whatever part of the motor trade you work in, we're here to help you. - [Contact Us](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/contact-us/):We're here to support you if you need us. And if for any reason we can't open when we normally would, we'll always do our best to let you know beforehand. - [Broker Login](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/brokers/broker-login/):Our new online Road Runner platform provides a quick and simple Vehicle Management solution to ensure the Motor Insurance Database is kept up-to-date. - [Vehicle Management](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/brokers/vehicle-management/):Road Runner brokers can update clients' vehicle details here. There are two ways depending on when the policy was taken out. - [Mates Matter](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/existing-customers/mates-matter/):Tell your mates in the motor trade about Road Runner Insurance and you'll get £50 each if they take out a policy with us. - [Managing your vehicles](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/existing-customers/vehicle-management/):Keep track of your vehicle details easily. Check your cover details and choose the option that applies to you. - [Existing Customers](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/existing-customers/):As an existing customer, we value you and want to make it as easy as possible for you to do business with Road Runner. - [Motor Trade Liability Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/your-cover-options/liability-insurance/):Stay protected with motor trade liability insurance from Road Runner. Covering employers, products & public liability, plus more. Get cover today! - [Motor Trade Premises Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/your-cover-options/premises-insurance/):Protect your business with Motor Trade Premises Insurance from Road Runner - covering buildings, contents, liability and more. Get your quote today! - [Road Risks Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/your-cover-options/road-risks-insurance/):With over 25 years experience, Road Runner know road risk insurance inside out. Click here to speak to our team of industry experts and get covered today! - [Car Dealer Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/car-dealer-insurance/):Protect your dealership with Car Dealer Insurance from Road Runner. Cover for all your vehicles, stock, premises, liability & more. Get a quote today. - [Vehicle Repairs & Servicing](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/vehicle-repairs-servicing-insurance/):Tailored Vehicle Repair Insurance for mobile mechanics, car servicing garages & home-based businesses. Fast quotes from Road Runner. Get covered now! - [Recovery Truck Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/breakdown-recovery-insurance/recovery-truck-insurance/):Recovery truck insurance to keep your business moving. Covers trucks up to 17.5T GVW. Flexible cover and expert support from Road Runner. Get a quote today. - [Car Valeting Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/valeting-insurance/):Car Valeting Insurance made simple. Get fast, flexible cover for cars and vans with Road Runner. Protect your business - get your personalised quote today! - [Exhaust & Tyre Fitter Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/tyre-exhaust-accessory-fitters-insurance/):Stay protected with Road Runner’s Exhaust & Tyre Fitter Insurance – ideal for mobile or premises-based businesses. Covers tools, liability & more. Get a quo - [SMART Repair Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/smart-repairs-insurance/):At Road Runner we provide specialist SMART repair insurance that covers repairers & technicians. Click here to speak to our team of experts and get cover now! - [Part-Time Motor Trade](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/part-time-motor-trade/):Get tailored part-time motor trade insurance from Road Runner. Comprehensive cover that fits your needs and budget. Get a quote today. - [Mechanic Tool Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/mobile-mechanic/mechanic-tool-insurance/):Get specialist mechanic tool insurance. A dedicated team, UK-wide cover, and protection for your essential tools. Get a quote today. - [Mobile Mechanic Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/mobile-mechanic/):Mobile Mechanic Insurance from the motor trade experts. 25+ years’ experience. Tailored quotes – get your personalised cover today! - [Mechanic Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/mechanic-insurance/):Work confidently with Road Runner’s Mechanic Insurance – covering road risks, tools, liability & more. Covers your vehicles and your customers'. Get a quote - [Crash Repairs & Bodyshop Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/crash-repairs-bodyshop-insurance/):Protect your repair business with expert Crash Repairs & Bodyshop Insurance. Get flexible, reliable cover today—tailored to your workshop’s needs. - [Auto Electrician Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/auto-electricians/):Stay protected on every job with Road Runner’s Auto Electrician Insurance. Covers tools, liability & more – tailored for your trade. Get a quote today! - [Your motor trade, covered](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/):Road Runner provide motor trade insurance for a wide range of sectors. Click here to speak to our team of experts and see how we can help protect you! - [We’ve teamed up with Edd China!](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/edd-china/):We’re absolutely delighted to announce that we’ve teamed up with the one and only Edd China to work on a very special and completely unique project. - [Request a Quote Brokers](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/brokers/request-a-quote-brokers/):If you are a broker, when it comes to getting a quote from us, you have a couple of options. These can be found on this page. - [Terms of Business Agreement](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/terms-business/):Road Runner Terms of Business for Direct customers and customers of Road Runner Brokers. - [Breakdown & Vehicle Recovery Insurance](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/trades-we-cover/breakdown-recovery-insurance/):Breakdown and recovery insurance – for those who undertake roadside recoveries and repairs. Get a quote with Road Runner today. - [Documents](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/existing-customers/documents/):Road Runner Insurance policy documents and other useful documents. - [Your cover options](https://www.roadrunnerinsurance.co.uk/your-cover-options/):From panel beaters to tyre fitters, we understand the range of risks independent motor traders face. Make sure your business is protected.