You slide into the driver's seat, ready for your morning commute, only to find your vehicle disabled. The culprit? A mischievous rodent who decided your car's wiring looked like a delicious snack.

Insurance claims by motorists for damage caused by rodents, including nesting in vehicles, chewing wiring and gnawing seatbelts, have jumped, according to an insurer. Aviva said it recorded a 28% ...

Rodent damage: Will your car insurance cover chewed-up wiring? Close up of rubber over wiring in car worn away by rat chewing. You slide into the driver’s seat, ready for your morning commute, only to ...