People who purchase the cheapest student car insurance are taking a considerable risk, according to a leading motoring expert.
A media relations officer from the Association of British Insurers (ABI) pointed out that similarly priced policies often provide varying levels of cover.
He went on to say, "A cheaper policy may well be the right one for you, but check that the cover and any other features, such as the level of the excess, meet your needs."
This statement came after discount website MyVoucherCodes.co.uk revealed that almost a quarter of people aged 17 to 21 admitted to lying in an attempt to obtain really cheap car insurance.
More than half of these young motorists claimed that their parents were the main drivers of a vehicle, which is called fronting, and many more gave false information about where their cars are kept at night.
The chairman of the voucher and deals website said, "It's a shame that people do this sort of thing to save money, because there are much better and more honest ways of getting money off."
He advised drivers who are particularly keen on obtaining affordable student car insurance to enrol on advanced driving courses, rather than tell untruths to their chosen providers.