Compare the Market has launched a temporary car insurance proposition enabling customers to submit quotes to a panel of providers including Covertime, Safely Insured, Zixty, Allianz, First Underwriting, KGM and Somerset Bridge.

Drivers can buy insurance for as little as one hour up to as much as 28 days via Compare the Market’s app or website. More providers for the panel are in the pipeline.

Emily Barnett, head of commercial for home services at Compare the Market, said: "Millions of people already come to Compare the Market every year to compare their car insurance, so launching temporary car insurance is a natural next step in strengthening our motor insurance proposition.

"Temporary cover is becoming increasingly relevant for modern drivers, whether they're borrowing a car, learning to drive, buying a new vehicle or need short-term business use. Yet it's still a market where customers often have limited choice and can find it difficult to compare providers. By bringing multiple providers together in one place, we're making it easier for customers to find temporary cover that suits their needs.”