The Campfire

Everything you need to know about driving in the UK, and getting insured

What on earth is Marshmallow Plus?
Marshmallow Plus is our feature-packed car insurance plan, providing the highest level of cover to customers. Read on to find out more...
What is car insurance excess?
Want to know what an excess actually is and how it affects the price of your car insurance? Read this blog...
Top 5 features of the Marshmallow app
How our (almost) 5-star app makes managing your car insurance quicker and easier than ever.
Used car checklist: 5 things to look for
Thinking of buying a second-hand car? We asked ClickMechanic, the UK's leading car maintenance platform, for the top things you should check your car for.
Top 5 mistakes people make after an accident
We share 5 things not to do after an accident, because sometimes that's easier to remember!
Toyota car insurance groups explained
Thinking of buying or insuring a Toyota? Find out which Toyota models fall into the cheapest UK car insurance groups - including the Yaris, Prius and Aygo.
The women who transformed driving
We travel back in time to celebrate the women who pioneered driving and road safety. Think key inventions (indicators, windscreen wipers, GPS) and ingenious design features.
Understanding mobile phone laws in the UK
Most countries in the world now have laws on using a mobile phone while driving. In many, it’s illegal, with strict penalties attached. So what’s the score in the UK? Our guide has all the rules and regulations you need to know.
Major UK immigration reforms: what's changing and who's affected
The UK government has laid out some big changes to the immigration system. Find out what that could mean for you.
Driving in winter: tips for UK drivers
Brrrr. Winter has arrived! Here's a handy guide to help you avoid icy situations on the road.
Absolutely Ashika On Getting a Job In The UK
Ashika of Absolutely Ashika is back. This time she's chatting job applications, driving to work and UK workplace culture.
How long does a car insurance claim take to settle?
How long does a claim take? How can I make the process move faster? And what info do I need to provide? We answer these questions, and more.
Is It Bad to Check Your Credit Score? Myths Debunked
Is it bad to check your credit score? Uncover myths and facts about how credit scores work, and understand what affects your rating today.
A guide to renting in the UK
Planning a move to the UK? Get tips on navigating the UK rental market from the UK's No.1 rental guarantor service.
Marshmallow car insurance perks
Get extra value from your car insurance with Marshmallow perks. Make the most of life in the UK with discounts and offers on money apps, motoring and more.
6 expensive driving mistakes
When you’re new to driving in the UK, it’s easy to make mistakes. The road signs can be confusing, the roundabouts are enough to make your head spin.
2 Years of Data Science at Marshmallow
Data Scientist Rob Gray shares his experience scaling up the data science team at Marshmallow over the past 2 years. Discover his insights and expertise!
10 Questions with Charlie: Marshmallow Backend Engineer
Meet Charlie, the Backend Engineer of our Efficiency team. Discover his role and expertise as we ask him 10 quick-fire questions.
12 Quick Fire Questions with Caroline Gillard, Chief People Officer
12 Quick Fire Questions with our Chief People Officer. Read Caroline's insights on women in tech, diversity, & building inclusive People processes
10 Questions with Chrissie: Marshmallow Fraud Operations Executive
Get insights into the life of a Fraud Operations Executive at Marshmallow with 10 Questions with Chrissie. Discover the challenges and rewards of this role.
Achievements in Customer Retention
We’re shining the spotlight on Eszti, Csongor and Ivett, our talented Customer Retention Execs to share what it’s like to progress your career at Marshmallow.
EU-UK youth mobility scheme agreement explained
Following a major summit on Monday 19th May, the UK and the EU have shared plans to work towards a reciprocal youth mobility scheme.
Why we support migration
Back in 2018, one of Founders, Alexander, wrote about why migration matters and how we want to help, in our small way, make moving to the UK easier.
what-to-do-if-your-car-breaks-down
A step-by-step guide on how to handle a car break down. From rural lanes to motorways, here’s what to do and how to get help if your car stops suddenly.
What is third-party car insurance?
What is third-party car insurance and what does it cover? Learn how third-party only, fire & theft, and fully comprehensive insurance compare – especially if you're new to the UK.
Understanding your MOT (and what to do if you fail)
In the UK every car over three years old needs an MOT test for safety and legal reasons. Find out how to book the test and what to do if your car fails.
UK Road Signs: A Guide for UK Newcomers
To help you refresh your knowledge, we’ll look at the basics of UK road signs and share some handy resources too.