What is wise driving black box?
What is wise driving black box?
The WiseDriving black box is a small device that is fitted to your vehicle, either by you or by our team of professional engineers. It uses telematics technology to record your driving behaviour. Your driving behaviour is created by measuring speed, acceleration, braking and night-time driving.
How do I get rid of Wise driving black box?
To remove, insert a flat tool between the black box and the battery to unstick the box. Make sure never to pull the product off by hand.
Who is the underwriter for Wise driving?
Wise Driving is a trading name of I Go 4 Ltd which is an insurance company that is underwritten by a panel of leading insurers in the UK.
Is telematics the same as a black box?
Telematics insurance, also known as black box insurance, is a relatively new type of car insurance. It was originally designed for young drivers, but anyone can buy a policy, no matter how old or young they are. It lets an insurer monitor your driving to give you a score.
Does black box track your location?
Black box technology uses GPS tracking to monitor the roads you use and the speed limits, but we would never monitor your location in real time unless you ask us to. However, GPS can be beneficial in rare circumstances – if your car is stolen, for example.
What happens if you unplug a black box?
If you unplug the device or interfere with it in any other way, your insurer may revoke any discount on your premiums that you have earned through the black box – you can’t trick a black box. They may also cancel your policy and could refuse to pay out on claims made about the period in which the device was unplugged.
Do I need to get my black box removed?
Black Box Policy: Do I need to remove my black box after my policy has ended? It’s not necessary to have the WiseDriving black box removed, as the black box is automatically deactivated when the policy expires.
Can I fit a black box myself?
Most black boxes that can be fitted by yourself are extremely easy to install. And best of all, you don’t need to pay for installation!
Is Drivewise safe?
If you often use your phone on the road, but are otherwise a safe and responsible driver, Drivewise could be an excellent fit. The mobile app shows you how often you interact with your phone behind the wheel, but it does not penalize you for doing so.
Can you turn telematics off your car?
Most of the time, car telematics devices can be turned off by simply unplugging them from your vehicle’s diagnostic port (OBD). Newer vehicles may come equipped with built-in telematics, which may be harder to turn off.
Can someone else drive my car if I have a black box?
If you have a black box policy and someone else drives your car, the insurance company will usually be able to tell. This is because the black box records the driver’s identity when they start the journey. If you lend your car to a friend or family member, you should let your insurance company know.