Gold Plan
GOLD - manual/Automatic vehicles under 100,000 miles / Up to 10 years
Fixed Claim Limit
£2,500
Excess
£50
Diagnostic contribution
£50
MOT contribution
£20
Free breakdown cover
Choose Your Coverage Period
£631
5%
£48.81
Month / save £2.49 per Month
£999
10%
£37.45
Month / save £3.74 per Month
£1646
15%
£37.99
Month / save £6.7 per Month
1 Year Coverage
£599
save £30 per year
2 Year Coverage
£899
save £90 per year
3 Year Coverage
£1,399
save £210 per year
- Engine Components
Covers broader internal engine components than Silver, including valve guides, timing chains, and oil pumps. Drive Safe Warranty assists in vetting authorised repairs.
- Gearbox (Manual/Automatic)
All internal components including solenoids, synchromesh hubs, and transfer box internals. Labour contribution up to plan rate included.
- Drive Train & Differential
Crown wheels, pinions, and universal joints are covered. Consequential damage may be considered
- Clutch & Hydraulic Systems
Master/slave cylinders, clutch forks, and hydraulic connections covered. Our team ensures repairs follow approved procedures.
- Cooling System
Covers radiator, oil cooler, thermostat housing, and engine fan motors. Authorised garages must provide VAT invoices.
- Electrical Components
Starter motor, alternator, wiper motors, and solenoids. Fault validation handled by Drive Safe Warranty.
- Steering & Brake Hydraulics
Rack and pinion assembly, brake master cylinder, and proportional valves included.
- Wear-and-Tear Components
Timing chains, manual gearbox bearings, clutch assembly, and suspension components considered up to stated limits.
- Consequential Damage
Where a non-listed part causes failure of a listed component, repairs may still be considered.
Following on from this list –
This is an updated list with clear structure for what is/is not included:
Electric & Hybrid –
Covered Components
This Warranty Plan covers the repair or replacement of covered mechanical and electrical components that suffer a sudden mechanical or electrical failure, subject to the terms, conditions, and exclusions outlined in this agreement.
Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Systems
The following EV and Hybrid-specific components are covered:
- Electric drive motors
- Reduction gearbox / EV transmission
- Power inverter
- Power electronics controller
- On-board charger (OBC)
- DC–DC converter
- Vehicle control module
- High-voltage battery pack (HVB) failure
- Battery Management System (BMS) and cell monitoring systems
- High-voltage junction box (PDU) and contactors
- High-voltage cables, busbars and connectors
- Vehicle charge port / charge inlet assemblies
- EV-specific control electronics
- Isolation monitoring systems and high-voltage safety systems
- Thermal management systems for battery and drive components
- Heat exchangers and EV cooling systems
- Regenerative braking systems and brake-by-wire components (excluding brake pads and discs)
Mechanical & Electrical Vehicle Systems
The following vehicle systems are covered where fitted to the vehicle:
Drivetrain
- Engine components (where applicable on hybrid vehicles)
- Gearbox and transmission systems
- Drive systems and reduction gear assemblies
- Flywheel and torque transfer components
Steering & Suspension
- Steering system components
- Suspension systems
- Wheel hubs and bearings
Braking Systems
- Braking system components (excluding brake pads, discs, drums, and friction materials)
Cooling & Thermal Systems
- Engine cooling systems
- EV battery cooling systems
- Hybrid and EV thermal management systems
Air Conditioning & Climate Control
- Air conditioning systems
- Climate control modules and components
Electrical & Electronic Systems
- Electrical and electronic components integral to the operation of the vehicle
- Vehicle control modules and ECUs
- Electrical connectors and wiring looms integral to the EV or hybrid system
- Low-voltage power distribution systems (excluding the 12-volt battery)
Convenience & Safety Systems
Where factory-fitted, the following systems are included:
- In-car entertainment systems
- Instrument cluster and display systems
- Driver assistance systems
- Security and access systems
- Remote key fobs and key cards (excluding batteries)
General Inclusions
Labour Charges
We cover £75 p/h labour costs
Diagnostic Costs
We cover £50 for diagnostics costs
What Is Not Covered
Service, Maintenance & Consumable Items
The following routine service and maintenance items are excluded:
- Brake pads, discs, drums and friction materials
- Tyres and wheel balancing or alignment
- Bulbs, fuses and wiper blades
- Spark plugs and glow plugs
- Filters of any type
- Fluids, lubricants, oils, coolant and air conditioning gas
- Auxiliary drive belts and routine service items
- Perishable rubber items
These items form part of normal vehicle maintenance and remain the responsibility of the vehicle owner.
Electrical and Electronic Exclusions
The following are excluded from cover:
- 12-volt batteries
- Software updates or software reprogramming (unless required due to the failure of a covered component)
- Tracker systems and aftermarket electronics
- Heating elements and non-integral wiring
- Light units and bulbs
Bodywork & Trim
This warranty does not cover:
- Paintwork or body panels
- Interior trim, upholstery, seats or carpets
- Panoramic roofs, sunroofs, glass, or weather seals
- Wheels or cosmetic items
Wear, Negligence & Driver Abuse
The following are excluded:
- Damage caused by negligence, misuse, or driver abuse
- Incorrect or contaminated fuel, oils, lubricants or fluids
- Overheating caused by lack of maintenance
- Failure to service the vehicle according to manufacturer guidelines
Ancillary & Environmental Damage
The warranty does not cover:
- Water ingress or flooding
- Corrosion, oxidation or contamination
- Carbon build-up or emissions-related faults
- Accidental damage or impact damage caused by foreign objects
EV Battery & Charging Exclusions
The following are excluded from cover:
- Gradual reduction in high-voltage battery capacity
- Charging cables and external charging equipment
- Damage caused by incompatible charging equipment
- Battery degradation due to age, mileage or usage
- Batteries already covered under a manufacturer warranty
Diagnostic contribution
£50
Towards diagnostic costs at
your chosen garage
Free Mot
£20
MOT contribution included in
your plan
24/7 Claims
Online
Submit and track claims
anytime, anywhere
Basic Breakdown
Included
Basic package roadside assistance 24/7
Key Exclusions:
Repair requests cannot be made for 30 days from purchases Routine maintenance and service items (e.g. Tyres, brake pads and discs etc.)
Pre-existing faults or issues Modifications and non-factory fitted parts Vehicles used for hire & reward (e.g. Taxis, Couriers, rentals etc.)
Important Information:
All repairs, component coverage and contributions described within this plan are subject to the DriveSafe Warranty Ltd Terms & Conditions and eligibility criteria.
DriveSafe Warranty Ltd provides discretionary vehicle warranty plans. The approval of any repair, payment or contribution is not guaranteed and is assessed on an individual claim basis.
All claims must be:
* Reported to DriveSafe Warranty Ltd immediately when a fault occurs
* Authorised by DriveSafe Warranty Ltd before any repair work begins
* Supported by diagnostic reports and invoices from a VAT-registered garage where required
DriveSafe Warranty Ltd reserves the right to:
* Request further diagnostics or inspection
* Supply replacement parts where appropriate
* Limit labour rates where excessive
Coverage descriptions on this page are provided as a general guide only and do not replace the full DriveSafe Warranty Terms & Conditions, which apply to all plans.