Finding car insurance has never been easier than it is today with the help of the Internet. With the click of a few buttons and the roll of your mouse, you can get all the information you need on your next cars insurance policy online.

We all enjoy the freedoms that owning a car provides. Driving allows us to travel practically whenever and wherever we want, but this freedom is not free. If you drive a car then you must at least have compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, and it"'""s highly advisable that you have even more protection than this. Although most Aussies realize the importance of owning cars insurance coverage, they have difficulty in knowing exactly where to find that protection. But with the advent of the Internet, it should be a relief to know that you don"'""t have to look very far at all to find the insurance that you need.

Don"'""t be intimidated by the web

Surfing the Internet can seem like canvassing The Great Barrier Reef if you don"'""t know where to look. When searching for car insurance you should try to narrow down your search by doing one of the following:

Shopping direct- Visiting the websites of cars insurance companies that you are already familiar with can prove beneficial to shoppers who have already made up their minds regarding which provider to select, and also to those who easily become overwhelmed by too much information. Shopping direct is also ideal if you have specific questions and would like to take advantage of online specials offered only to direct buyers, 1Cover has a great easy to use website where you can find competitive prices.

Use multi-comparison sites-If you"'""re unsure of which cars insurance company to select, are looking to compare a number of rates and options, or are interested in reading consumer reviews, then multi-comparison sites are a great tool. These sites allow you to get insurance quotes instantly from multiple insurers and therefore provide you with an easy way to compare prices and other details without having to visit multiple sites, a great one to look at is www.comparecarinsurance.com.au.

Make the right selection

Any insurance company that you elect to purchase your car insurance from should be able to:

"' Provide you with answers to your questions FAQ's

"' Give you quotes that are fair and in-line with its competitors

"' Provide a secure website and have a privacy policy

"' Offer you detailed information on any cars insurance plan you"'""re interested in

"' Prove that they are licensed to do business in Australia, and specifically in the state you live in