Ian Beevis
Co-Founder and Insurance Expert
Experience
Ian has over 30 years of experience in personal and commercial motor insurance. He has worked with leading UK brokers, insurers, and digital innovators, gaining a broad understanding of how insurance products work and what options are available.
Expertise
Ian specialises in providing clear, general information about how motor insurance functions. His goal is to help visitors understand their options and the key features of different policies before they explore comparison services.
Role at Clean Green Cars
Ian focuses on guiding visitors with straightforward, educational content about insurance. He helps them get a good grasp of the market, then points them to trusted third-party comparison providers where they can explore policies further.
Vision
Ian strives to create a transparent, accessible insurance environment, empowering consumers to make informed decisions with confidence.
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Charity Minibus Insurance
Clean Green Cars is an FCA-regulated introducer that connects you to expert brokers.
Charities often hit a wall when they mention volunteer drivers, a Section 19 Permit, or a 17-seater.
One easy miss is "Hire and Reward". Check which permit and use category fits your charity before comparing quotes. Gov.uk explains the official rules.
The market often fails groups when it treats minibuses like big cars. The right broker asks about your drivers, your permit, and your passengers.
School Minibus Insurance
Clean Green Cars is an FCA-regulated introducer. It shares clear guides, then connects you to expert brokers.
Schools often hit a snag with minibus insurance. A policy can look fine, then a claim fails on licence rules.
Check your driver's licence before any trip. GOV.UK explains when a B licence may work and when you need the D1 on your licence.
The market can make this harder than it needs to be. The right broker will ask about Section 19, GVW, and safeguarding checks upfront.
Truck Insurance
Standard commercial vehicle policies often fall short for HGVs because underwriters treat anything over 7.5 tonnes as specialist risk. Most mainstream insurers won't quote for rigids, artics or tippers at all.
One mismatch between your Operator's Licence and your policy could void your cover.
If the O-licence isn't current, your claim may not be paid. The same applies if the vehicle weight doesn't match.
Goods in Transit Insurance
Many drivers assume their truck insurance covers the cargo inside. It doesn't. That's where GIT cover comes in.
One detail that's often overlooked is the Unattended Vehicle Clause. If your van isn't locked and alarmed when left, your claim could be refused. Check the Gov.uk security guidance for commercial vehicles.
Recovery and Breakdown Truck Insurance
The irony isn't lost on anyone in the trade - recovery vehicles break down too. Recovery operators can find themselves stuck without the right cover. Their flatbed needs rescuing mid-job.
One thing many miss: standard truck policies often don't cover the client's vehicle you're towing.
You'll usually need specific Goods in Transit cover. You may also need to meet O-Licence rules, depending on your setup.
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