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The pothole menace continues to grow as the UK Govt, regional governments and Councils all fail to maintain the road network. For many car and van owners, that means making an insurance claim when huge bills for repairs suddenly hit them, or worse still an accident occurs. The holes are also a potentially fatal hazard for cyclists, or motorcycle riders, and it\u2019s surely time for cycling\/biker activist groups to combine resources and sue a Council in test case for criminal negligence,<\/a> which will hopefully result in someone being jailed \u2013 as they would be in the private sector \u2013 for causing death by ignoring well established safety and road repair rules.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s the word from Alps;<\/p>\n Alps, a leading MGA specialising in insurance add-on policies, legal expenses, and claims solutions for intermediaries, is pleased to announce the launch of an innovative new pothole add-on insurance product for brokers.\u00a0 The product is designed to address the growing financial impact of road defects on UK motorists.<\/p>\n The scale of the issue continues to rise. According to the RAC there were 225 pothole-related vehicle breakdowns per day in February 2026, and a total of 26,048 incidents recorded in 2025.\u00a0 These incidents frequently result in costly damage to suspension systems, wheels, and shock absorbers.\u00a0 Market data also suggests that the average repair bill for pothole damage stands at \u00a3460, with the total cost to UK drivers estimated at approximately \u00a31.7bn.<\/p>\n Alps\u2019s new pothole solution has been developed in response to this increasing demand for protection, offering drivers practical, affordable cover and greater peace of mind.\u00a0 The policy provides up to \u00a32,000 of cover for pothole related damage across a wide range of vehicles including private cars, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, and motorhomes up to 3.5 tonnes. Cover includes:<\/p>\n \u00a3200 per tyre Delivered in partnership with Strategic Insurance Services Ltd, and underwritten by Collinson, the policy offers premiums from as little as \u00a360, with a low excess of just \u00a350.<\/p>\n Michelle O\u2019Reilly, Managing Director at Alps, commented:\u00a0\u201cWe\u2019re delighted to launch this product exclusively for brokers.\u00a0 With the number of potholes continuing to rise across the UK, it\u2019s more important than ever for vehicle owners to protect themselves against the rising cost of repairs.\u00a0\u00a0While standard motor insurance policies often cover pothole damage, policyholders can face increased premiums at renewal, loss of their no-claim discount, and high excess payments.\u00a0 Our add-on solution addresses these challenges by providing targeted, affordable cover that helps keep drivers on the road.\u201d<\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n
\n\u00a3250 per wheel
\n\u00a3150 for wheel alignment
\n\u00a3500 for suspension damage
\n\u00a3250 for damage to bodywork, paint and headlights.<\/p>\n