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UK drivers struggle to get insurance for Chinese EVs such as Jaecoo

Research by Carwow shows UK insurers are hesitant to cover Chinese electric and hybrid vehicles, with half of quote requests declined for models like the Jaecoo 7 and XPeng G6; when policies are available, they can cost nearly twice as much as equivalent petrol cars from other regions. Insurers cite limited repair data, underdeveloped parts supply chains, and lack of long-term claims histories as reasons for their caution, while industry experts note insurance access and pricing are likely to improve as Chinese brands become more established in the UK.