The Digital Shift in Car Insurance
The integration of telematics technology in car insurance is revolutionizing how consumers interact with their policies. With growing demand for digital convenience, cost savings, and transparency, insurers are increasingly adopting telematics-based models. A GlobalData survey conducted on Verdict Media platforms between Q4 2024 and Q1 2025 found that 36.4% of policyholders chose telematics policies for online or app-based management, while 36.2% were drawn to the prospect of lower premiums.
Beyond affordability and convenience, other key motivators include tracking journeys online (35.2%), policy transparency (34.7%), vehicle theft tracking (33.8%), and fuel-saving benefits from improved driving habits (32.1%). Additionally, 31.1% of respondents cited enhanced driving behavior as a major appeal of telematics-based insurance.
The Broader Digitalization Trend
The shift toward digital-first insurance solutions extends beyond car insurance. The cyber insurance market, for instance, is experiencing rapid expansion. GlobalData forecasts 44.7% growth in the UK cyber insurance sector in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.7% from 2023 to 2028.
However, insurers face challenges in assessing cyber risk due to limited historical data and increasing exposure to cyber threats. A separate GlobalData poll of 105 industry professionals identified accurate risk assessment as the primary concern, followed by claims management difficulties and the limited availability of reinsurance amid rising cyberattack sophistication.
“Unlike property insurance, where insurers can limit exposure by restricting coverage in high-risk areas, cyber insurance presents a unique challenge,” said Ben Carey-Evans, Senior Insurance Analyst at GlobalData. “Balancing market expansion with premium affordability remains a key issue as cyber threats continue to evolve.”
What’s Next?
As digitalization continues to shape the insurance industry, telematics and cyber insurance innovations will drive new strategies for risk assessment and customer engagement. Insurers must adapt to shifting consumer expectations, leveraging technology to enhance transparency, security, and efficiency.
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