Of all the goods and services we buy, motor insurance is rising at the fastest rate.
According to the CSO, the cost of car insurance is up 30% on last year.
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent has some top tips on getting the best insurance include committing to long-term cover - a policy of two years rather than one will save you money.
Maria Devereux, producer of the Dermot and Dave show on Today FM, was stunned when she her insurance increased by almost €800.
She was told she fell into a "high risk" category despite never claiming once or even contacting her insurer.
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