Auto&General recognised as the leading customer experience brand in SA’s short-term insurance industry

Auto&General has been named overall industry leader in the 2025 Customer Experience Index for Short-Term Insurance, outperforming competitors with a score of 73.7. The study, led by University of Pretoria, recognises the brand’s consistent, customer-focused service excellence.

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