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If you’re self-employed or a tradesperson, it’s likely a van is an essential part of your day-to-day business. Running a van doesn’t often come cheap, so it could account for a large part of your expenditure. 

Figures show rising claim costs are increasing van insurance premiums, which are now £1,344 per year on average. To help you save on avoidable costs, Moneybarn has put together some top tips to consider when choosing van insurance.

Size matters

When purchasing a van, smaller sizes tend to have lower insurance premiums. However, you need to make sure the size of the van is suitable for what you need. For example, if you’re not going to be transporting goods, it’s worth considering whether you really need a big transit.