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RideSure is now live: taxi and food delivery driver insurance

Built for the way you work | 3 minute read

NFP Ireland is pleased to announce the launch of RideSure - a new online platform for taxi and food delivery driver insurance. RideSure offers flexible insurance for taxi and food delivery drivers and riders - built for the way you work. 

Key takeaways

1. RideSure is now live, with a dedicated journey for taxi/private hire and food delivery drivers and riders. 
2. Drivers can explore cover options for different vehicle types, including car, multi-seater, van and scooter. 
3. You can request a quote online via the RideSure dedicated portal.


A transport picture that keeps moving

In Ireland, the taxi and food service sectors remain significant parts of day-to-day life - supporting passenger journeys and on-demand food ordering.


13,028

Number of taxis recorded in Ireland in 2023.

Source: Central Statistics Office


112,000

The number of persons engaged in Food & Beverage Service Activities (2020).

Source: Central Statistics Office

Why we launched RideSure

Taxi and food delivery work often involves specialist insurance requirements that standard motor policies may not cover. RideSure brings key information and next steps into one place, so drivers can understand the options available and choose cover that fits the way they work.

Choose your cover on RideSure

Option 1: Taxi Insurance (Car and Multi-Seater)

Insurance for licensed drivers carrying passengers for payment.

RideSure taxi insurance is offered as Fully Comprehensive cover. Choose 30-day or annual cover, and pick the level of protection that suits the way you drive.

  • Available as Fully Comprehensive
  • Windscreen cover included
  • Option to protect your no claims bonus
  • Finance available

Option 2: Food Delivery Driver Insurance (Car, Van and Scooter)

For those delivering food for payment, RideSure provides cover for drivers and riders using a car, van and scooter. You can choose from the following options:

  • Comprehensive car delivery insurance (cars only)
  • Third party scooter, moped and motorbike insurance

How it works

  1. Get a quote: enter a few details about you and your vehicle to receive a personalised price.
  2. Buy your cover: choose a policy that suits your budget and the way you work.
  3. Access your documents: after purchase, you receive your policy documents immediately.
Need to speak to someone?

The RideSure team is available: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm (Weekend: closed). 

Taxi and delivery work is fast-moving - RideSure is designed to make accessing the right cover simpler, with flexible options that fit how people work.

Gavin Shiels CIP
Senior Account Executive

Ready to get covered?

Get a quote and choose the cover that fits your schedule – flexible delivery-only cover when you’re working, or combined personal and work cover for taxi/private hire or delivery driving.


General disclaimer

This article is for information only and does not constitute legal, regulatory, financial, or other advice. NFP Ireland accepts no liability for loss arising from reliance on it. Insurance cover is subject to underwriting and policy terms, conditions and exclusions. NFP Ireland is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Insurance cover is subject to underwriting and policy terms. This article has been compiled using information available to us up to its date of publication.

Margin Investments Ltd t/a NFP, RideSure is authorised and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Registered office: ReSure House, Steeple View Court, Church Road, Malahide, Dublin, K36Y673 and its directors are Aidan Brady, Ross Barron and Garry Fitzroy. Registered in Ireland No: 288386.


NFP contributors

Gavin Shiels CIP
Senior Account Executive



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