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.

Incidents of rodents chewing through car wires and causing expensive damage have received considerable news coverage in the last few years, especially in densely-populated cities. Drivers who have ...

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% ...