Car Insurance

Auto insurance quotes can vary widely, but several practical steps can help you reduce your premium without guessing. From comparing providers and protecting your driving record to adjusting deductibles, bundling policies, and reviewing discounts, these tips focus on the factors insurers commonly use when pricing coverage.

The Ford Kuga blends strong practicality with unusually engaging handling for a family SUV. It’s roomy, well equipped and quiet at cruising speeds, but the cabin design and some materials feel behind key rivals, and the ride can be fidgety on rough urban roads.

Compulsory Third Party (CTP) Insurance is linked to your Queensland vehicle registration and protects the at-fault driver against compensation claims from people injured in a motor vehicle accident. Here’s what CTP covers, what it doesn’t, and the key steps for buying, switching, or claiming.

Car insurance is more than a legal requirement: it helps drivers manage the financial impact of accidents, damage, theft, natural disasters, and third‑party liabilities. This guide explains why cover matters, what comprehensive insurance typically includes, how to handle a claim, and how to compare policies to match changing needs.

A 2025 quote sweep across 128 premiums in six states found National Cover, Bingle and Budget Direct among the lowest national medians, roughly 15–20% under the market average. But the cheapest option can change depending on features, discounts, kilometres and how you prefer to manage claims.

A practical guide to comparing car insurance in Australia, including the main cover types, what can affect your premium, how excess works, and how to choose between market value and agreed value.

Compare the Market helps Australians compare quotes across insurance and other household categories in minutes, using free, safe and secure comparison technology to support better-value decisions.