The price of car insurance has risen by 20% in four year.
The cost of motor insurance continues to rise, despite widespread reforms of the sector.
It now costs an average of €655 to insure a car, according to the Central Bank - a rise of almost 20% since 2022.
85% of injury claims are now settled through the Personal Injuries Guidelines - while most claims are now related to damage.
The average cost of a damage claim increased by 10% in the first half of 2025, to over €3,100 euro.
Junior Minister for Insurance, Robert Troy says the personal injury reforms are working:
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