Kate O’Brien – Veygo

The world’s most Instagrammed cars

Kate O'Brien — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 15:02:24 +0000

We’ve taken a look at which vehicles get the most love on Instagram, and while you’d expect the list to be made up exclusively of supercars and luxury models, you might be surprised at some of those who come out amongst the most popular!

The classic American muscle car, the Ford Mustang, comes out as the most Instagrammable, while second place goes to the Honda Civic.

What are the most Instagrammed cars?

You can view the research & hashtags here

Methodology:
– For each vehicle, we looked at the two most popular hashtags and combined these to reach the total number of hashtag mentions.

– We looked only at models which are still currently in production and combined the two most popular hashtags to reach the total number of hashtag mentions.

– Certain hashtags had to be excluded due to having multiple meanings which gave conflicting results, such as #golf.

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The World’s Most Desired Supercars

Kate O'Brien — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 15:56:03 +0000

We all have our dream cars, many of which are often among the fastest, most powerful and most beautifully designed in the world. The concept of supercars is an ever-evolving one, with only the fastest and most exclusive cars on the market qualifying, but which supercars have captured the world’s attention the most?

We analysed the average searches per month for 55 different supercars in each country around the world, in the hopes of finding the most popular dream machine.

While well-known manufacturers such as Bugatti, Ferrari and Lamborghini all make the list, there are a few surprises when it comes to the most popular of them all!

Check out the map below to view the most searched supercar models around the world!

● The Audi R8 dominates the map, coming out on top in 95 out of 169 countries. (Territories were excluded, as were countries with low search volume data.)

● Although Audi, Lamborghini and Bugatti have the monopoly on the most popular cars, closely behind on total search numbers are the McLaren 675LT, Ford GT and Ferrari 458.

● All the most popular manufacturers; Audi, Bugatti and Lamborghini, are owned by Volkswagen Group.

Methodology

We selected supercar models that had been released in the last 10 years, as they adhere to the more modern definitions of a supercar. We didn’t include any concept cars and ensured that all models were road legal.

Using Ahrefs.com’s Keyword Explorer Tool, we found the average monthly Google searches for 55 Supercar models.

Ahrefs.com’s search volume data is a combination of clickstream and Google Keyword Planner data, to deliver more accurate keyword data.

The full car list, extra findings and full search volume research can be found here.

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What would it cost to insure Santa’s sleigh?

Kate O'Brien — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 10:45:44 +0000

Christmas is just around the corner and Santa’s elves will soon be giving his sleigh the final preparations for the big day itself.

However, while Santa Claus is a man of many mysterious magic powers, the rules apply to him just the same as everybody else, which means that before he sets off on his journey to deliver presents to billions of children around the world, he has to make sure his vehicle is properly insured!

Seeing as he’ll be back at the North Pole in just 24 hours, temporary car insurance is the perfect solution – scroll down to see just how much it would cost to insure Santa’s sleigh?

The Driver Profile:

Full Name: Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle, Father Christmas, or simply Santa

Age: 1,748 years

Unfortunately for Santa, his old age works against him, as you’d assume somebody that old would have poor eyesight or reactions.

Postcode: North Pole

While Santa’s residence is in the North Pole, a very safe area with no other drivers around to crash into, him travelling all over the world will be problematic.

Convictions: 0

While Saint Nicholas (the historical Christian saint who inspired Santa), was once thrown into prison by the Roman emperor Diocletian, that happened a very long time ago, so his convection has long expired.

Main vehicle owner: Mrs Claus

The Vehicle:

Vehicle age: 1,675 years

Assuming the vehicle is the same one as Santa had when he first got his licence, it’d be 1,675 years old, which would indicate that it’s at a high risk of breaking down.

Vehicle potential damages: £183 billion ($235 billion)

This is where the costs will balloon. First, the speed of the vehicle is estimated at 1,800 miles per second, to be able to deliver all the presents on time. Not only is this above the speed limit, but it’s also over 8,000 times the speed of an average bullet! The weight comes in at 2.36 million metric tonnes, over 7,000 times heavier than a Boeing 747, coming from the masses of presents he delivers to all the children.

This gives an energy of just over one million petajoules, around the same volume of energy released by an earthquake. That would cost around $255 billion to clean-up, so we can assume that if the worst happened and Santa crashed his sleigh while going at full speed, it’d cost a similar amount!

Risk of theft:

Santa’s sleigh is at risk of theft by the Grinch and his plots to ruin Christmas. The sleigh is at a particular risk of theft by the Grinch due to it having little In the way of locks or security! With the sleigh being valued at £157 billion and the presents at £3.3 billion, both would be very expensive to replace. Worse still, the Grinch’s plan to dispose of all the stolen presents into the void by Mount Crumpet would mean the presents were unrecoverable even if the Grinch was apprehended.

Vehicle Value:

The Cargo: £3.3billion ($4.2 billion)

The presents delivered to 1.9 billion children around the world are estimated to cost £3.3 billion in total.

The Sleigh: Priceless/£156 billion ($200 billion)

The value of the sleigh in our opinion is near priceless. Flying with the speed of a rocket, the nimbleness to be able to accurately park in front of each child’s house and its ability to hold millions of presents at any one time, we estimate the worth of the sleigh to be around £156 billion, the equivalent to 20 aircraft carriers (20 aircraft carriers having a similar weight to Santa’s sleigh).

The Fuel: £68 Million ($87 million)

Reindeer are worth about £780 each – which isn’t that expensive, but they also each need a sprinkling of magic dust to enable them to fly of course!
Unfortunately, magic dust isn’t cheap, and costs roughly the same as rocket fuel, meaning a
510,000,000km journey around the earth will cost around £68 million!
They also each cost around £1,500 annually to look after, so that’s £14,000 for one year or £23.4 million for all of the years Santa has been delivering presents.

Vehicle Value Total: £159.4 billion ($204.3 billion)

Overall this means in a serious accident, an estimated £342.4 billion ($439.2 billion) would be lost.
£159.4 billion for the value of the sleigh and £183 billion for potential damages.

Final Insurance Quote:

Taking into account the billions of presents he has to deliver, the mysterious, magical properties of his sleigh, as well as his old age, here is the total amount we estimate it would cost to insure Santa’s sleigh:

For 24-hour temporary insurance cover: £5,033,000,000 ($6,400,000,000)

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The world’s most desired motors

Kate O'Brien — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 10:11:01 +0000

If you could drive any car in the world, what would it be?

A flashy sports car? A luxury sedan? Or maybe the latest electric car?

Whether you’re a learner driver or have been driving for what seems like a lifetime; many of us are guilty of spending countless hours searching online for our dream motor!

We recently set out to discover the most desired car brands around the world by analysing Google search data from the past 12 months; which brands are the most searched in 2018?

While some brands such as Toyota, Honda and Ford proved to be popular right around the globe, we also came across a few surprises!

Check out the map below to see the most searched for car brand in each country around the world:

Click the image above to open a full-size version

• Toyota dominates the map, as the most searched brand in 57 of the 171 countries we looked at, with BMW leading 25 countries and Mercedes-Benz 23.• Toyota was also the most searched globally with 7.8m searches per month, followed by Honda (7m) and Ford (6.4m).

• While the majority of countries search for the cars that they’re likely to actually buy, 12 countries around the world conduct more searches for the luxury sport car brand Lamborghini, than any other.

• Seven countries have embraced Elon Musk’s eco-friendly alternative, with Tesla their most searched brand (including Norway, the Netherlands and Hong Kong).

• Just five countries searched the most for a car brand founded in their own country (France – Renault, Germany – Mercedes-Benz, India – Maruti Sazuki, Malaysia – Perodua and Sweden – Volvo).

Methodology

We used the Keyword Explorer Tool at ahrefs.com to find the average monthly Google search volume for 42 of the world’s most popular car brands across 171 countries, excluding a small number for which search data was unavailable.

The ahrefs.com Keyword Explorer data was utilised over Google Ads’ Keyword Planner due to the fact that the tool showcases much more accurate search volumes than those in Google Keyword Planner.

Ahrefs.com’s search volume data that has been collected from clickstream is paired with existing search volume data (from Google Keyword Planner) on a model that gives a very accurate search volume for almost any keyword.

All data and search volumes can be found here.

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Driving in the EU – What do I need to know?

Kate O'Brien — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 15:57:15 +0000

With excesses of culture, history and natural beauty, not to mention delicious cuisines and exciting nightlife, our European neighbours welcome millions of British visitors every year. If you choose to visit the continent this summer, get more out of your experience by driving. Driving means you have flexibility to explore without waiting hours in airports. However, it’s not just driving on the opposite side of the road to take into account when taking to the roads of our EU neighbours. Make sure you’re in the know so you don’t ruin your holiday!

What will I need to take with me?

Depending on where you’ll be driving in the EU, you may need different documents and/or equipment. For example, it’s compulsory to have a first aid kit on board in Austria and Croatia, and you need to have headlights at all times in Sweden. The AA has put together this handy guide of what you’ll need to carry for the most popular destinations in Europe. If your destination isn’t on the list, don’t forget to do a little research to avoid being fined!

Will my regular insurance & breakdown cover me in the EU?

You should inform your insurer if you’re planning on taking your car out of the country. While your insurer should cover you abroad, your policy could be downgraded to third-party only. So, don’t forget to double-check exactly what you’re covered for abroad. Most temporary insurance policies, including Veygo Temporary Car Insurance, don’t cover EU trips, so always double check with your insurance provider.

For breakdown cover, you’ll also have to check if you’re covered abroad with your provider.

Am I old enough to drive in the EU?

In some EU countries, such as Latvia & Norway, drivers must be aged 18 and over. You can check the minimum driving ages out for EU countries here.

Are speed limits the same in the EU?

National speed limits can vary by country as they are set by the national governments, so make sure to check these before going. A lot of EU countries are more strict on speeding than the UK, with plenty imposing on-the-spot fines. France, in particular, has been clamping down on those who break the limit, imposing €750 fines and even handing out immediate driving bans if you break the limit by a high margin. So, if you’re the only driver, you could be in serious trouble!

It’s also worth noting that Sat-Navs that warn you about speed cameras are illegal in some places, so disable this function if yours has it. If you can’t disable it, you’ll have to avoid bringing it completely.

What will happen if I commit a driving offence abroad?

Since May 2017, the EU have a system in place to share driver details across the countries. This will only apply when you aren’t penalised while still in the country, so you won’t be punished twice for the same offence. The sharing of information will only apply to these safety-related offences:

Speeding
Skipping red lights and driving in forbidden lanes
Not wearing a seatbelt or helmet (if required)
Drink/drug driving
Using a mobile phone while driving

Remember that there are different offences in various countries in the EU. For example, most EU countries have stricter drink-drive laws than England and Wales. Instead of the level being 80mg, it’s 50 in most European countries. This is worth keeping in mind, as drink-driving could land you with a large fine and/or a prison sentence.

Planning a stay-cation instead this summer? Share the driving with our Car Sharing Insurance, which covers you within the UK. You can get covered from 1 hour to 60 days – so no matter how long your holiday, we’ll get you there! 🚗🎉

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Can I drive someone else’s car?

Kate O'Brien — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 16:38:05 +0000

If you have fully comprehensive insurance you might believe you are covered by your policy to drive any car. Increasingly this benefit does not come as standard on fully comp policies, so you’ll need to look into alternative options.

What is DOC?

The driving other cars, or DOC, extension is a benefit included in some car insurance policies. DOC allows you to drive another person’s car, with the owner’s permission and be covered by your own insurance policy.

Who can have the driving other cars extension?

Not everyone with fully comp cover is eligible for this extension on their policy. The most common requirement is that you need to be at least 25. This is because young drivers are considered by most insurers to be high risk. If you turn 25 in the middle of your policy term, DOC won’t automatically be added to your policy. You’ll usually need to call up your insurer and ask for DOC, but be aware you may need to pay an additional fee.

Even if you are over 25 you are not guaranteed to have DOC. The second most important factor is your occupation. Occupations deemed high risk by insurers may be excluded from having DOC. This includes most occupations in the motoring industry so contact your insurer to check if you are eligible.

Other limitations

The driving other cars extension is not intended for or suitable for regular use. In fact it is designed to be used in emergencies only e.g. if you need to get an injured person to hospital quickly.

Another common mistake is thinking that you can drive anyone’s car under DOC. Actually the cover cannot be used to drive a car belonging to your spouse or partner.

The level of cover provided under DOC is Third Party Only, even if your own policy is fully comp. If you while crash driving a mate’s car your insurer would cover the third party involved. However, repairing your friend’s car is down to you. This is definitely something to bear in mind before hopping into someone’s car!

How can I drive someone else’s car?

There will always be times when you need to drive someone else’s car. To make sure you are fully covered you can purchase temporary insurance instead of relying on DOC.

If you regularly drive someone else’s car, the most cost effective option is usually being added to their policy as a named driver. Occasional drivers, e.g. less than once a month, could ask to be added as a temporary driver. However, it’s worth bearing in mind that you may need to pay an admin fee. Remember, if you do have an accident while named on a policy, it could affect the owner’s No Claims Bonus.

Alternatively you could use Car Sharing Insurance. You can purchase your own short-term insurance for a friend or family member’s car from 1 hour to 60 days. The instant cover is available online making it perfect for spontaneous journeys. You can even use this cover as soon as you have passed your test!

Car Sharing Insurance provides fully comprehensive cover for the temporary driver. If they need to make a claim, the owner’s policy isn’t affected. Car Sharing Insurance offers peace of mind for both owners and drivers. It’s the perfect affordable, flexible solution for your car lending and borrowing needs.

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