I was written off by John Lewis for car insurance because I’m an author

I was deemed an ‘unacceptable risk’ when it came to renewal

The solo penalty, from rent to holidays: ‘Being single is costing me £12,000 extra a year’

From hotels to housing, insurance to TV subscriptions, people who live and travel alone face a hefty penalty

The company had stopped my annual renewal without telling me and I don’t know a reason

General Accident recorded two accidents against his name instead of one, so his policy soared

Tips and tricks for getting the best deals when renewing home insurance and car cover

Shop around for car rental prices and rail passes, and consider whether to take your own bike or hire one there

Compare prices for official and off-site airport parking, and make sure your passport is still valid for travel

My son’s policy only had few weeks left after he passed his test, but I was still told I owed a fee

Campaigners say lower speeds reduce casualties but scheme has since been amended to give people more choice to rescind limits

It was hit by an uninsured driver after they bought it to accommodate a wheelchair for my disabled mother

Insurer Allianz says scam by criminals on motorbikes and scooters increased by 6,000% last year

When our new motorhome broke down in France we felt unsafe and were stranded for five days

Readers tell us insurance premiums soared and vehicles were written off after the cost of claims soared

UK insurers say they will aim to stop monthly payments falling hardest on those who can least afford it

The car is just five years old, and now the company seems to be washing its hands of the matter