Some Australian insurance companies provide discounts when you purchase auto insurance over the internet.  They offer this discount because it saves on operational expenses such as a call centre and branches.  As time goes on more and more companies will offer online discounts for their car insurance policies as more Australian consumers use the internet to purchase goods.  Some companies such as eCar only allow people to get their car insurance online.

This may not suit a 60 year old but for the younger driver it is perfect as often they would much rather deal over the internet anyway.  By only accepting online car insurance applications, eCar can offer insurance premiums at a cheaper price than insurance companies that have to have physical locations and operate a large call centre.  It may be no frills but these days thats what many of us want.  All you need to do is look at the success of the low cost airlines to realise that not all consumers want 1st class service when for a lot less they can get the same end result.

QuoteMyWheels recommends that you always get your car insurance quote online as it may entitle you to a discount.  This is at the discretion of the insurance company but what’s the risk in trying.  Put in your car details and get a quote, its pretty easy really and could save you heaps.