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Acorn Insurance — cover for Manchester Cabs

With over 40 years of experience arranging taxi cover, Acorn Insurance has been helping drivers arrange taxi insurance since 1982. From our North West base, we’ve built a reputation for supporting taxi drivers in Manchester with cover that suits their needs.

If you’re a public or private hire driver, or operate a taxi business in Manchester, contact Acorn about your insurance requirements. We have a strong presence across the UK, with offices in Merseyside, Birmingham and London, allowing us to support taxi drivers nationwide.

Are You a Manchester-based Taxi Driver Looking for an Insurance Quote?

If you’re searching for Manchester taxi insurance, our online service makes it quick and simple to get a quote.

Taxi Insurance in Greater Manchester

We’re proud to support drivers across the Greater Manchester area, from the busy city centre to surrounding towns like Stockport, Bolton and Oldham. With additional offices across the UK, Acorn offers taxi drivers the reassurance of a nationwide provider with the convenience of local knowledge.

Why Manchester Taxi Drivers Choose Acorn Insurance

Getting your Manchester taxi insurance quote with Acorn is straightforward. Whether you’re setting up a new policy or renewing your existing cover, you can complete our online form or speak to one of our agents.

For an online quote today, simply click “Get a Quote”.

Manchester Taxi Cover

Our Taxi Insurance for Manchester drivers includes:

  • Windscreen glass cover*
  • Optional breakdown cover
  • Public liability cover on annual policies
  • Annual and short term policies

*Windscreen and glass cover only available on certain policies

Get in touch with Acorn Insurance and get a Manchester taxi insurance quote today.

Manchester Office

Cariocca Business Park,
Ardwick,
Manchester
M12 4AH
0161 273 6815

Frequently asked questions

Who needs taxi insurance?
Taxi Insurance is needed in Manchester if you’re using a vehicle to carry passengers in exchange for money (carriage of passengers for hire and reward). You will not be covered by standard car insurance or business use on a car policy, it must be a taxi policy.
What taxi insurance options are available in Manchester?

We cover private hire (PCO/minicab) and public hire (Hackney carriage/black cab) in Manchester, with annual, monthly, and short‑term (from 7 days) policies. You can also choose between Comprehensive, Third Party, Fire & Theft, or Third Party Only levels of cover.

What optional extras can I add to my Manchester taxi policy?
You can enhance your cover with:

  • Breakdown cover to help you if your cab breaks down
  • Key Care for lost/stolen keys or lock replacement
  • Guaranteed Taxi Hire ensures that you have access to a replacement taxi vehicle if yours is off the road

You can find the documents for these optional extras on our documents page.

What affects the price of my taxi policy?

The price of a taxi policy can vary due to a number of factors, such as:

  • Your voluntary excess choice
  • The number of years no claims you have
  • Where a vehicle is kept overnight
  • Your claims/driving convictions history
  • Your policy length (such as annual or short term)
  • Which type of hire you use the vehicle for (private or public)
How do I make a claim on my policy?
  • Move to a safe place
  • Call the emergency services
  • Never admit liability at the scene
  • Exchange contact details
  • Take photos of the scene if safe to do so
  • Take note of the registration, make and model of all cars involved
  • Report to our 24/7 claims line: 0173 2747 100
  • Visit our dedicated claims page for more details
Can I amend my taxi policy once it’s live?
Yes, you can update your Acorn taxi policy any time using our online portal: change vehicle, named drivers, address, and more.
How do I get a Manchester taxi quote online?
You can get a quote for your taxi insurance with Acorn online. Simply click here and fill in your details for a quote.