Comparethemarket.com – A TCIB Review

Recently the blog received a comment from FrankPR who handle promotional campaigns for price comparison website comparethemarket.com. They were interested to know what I thought of the car insurance comparison service offered by their client.

Comparethemarket.com has been around for a couple of years now providing price comparison for a range of insurance products. The site recently underwent a facelift in preparation for a massive TV campaign to advertise their car insurance channel.

Always willing to please I made a visit to comparethemarket.com to test out their car insurance finder. Here’s what I thought…

First impressions...

…the first impression of the site is a very positive one, the layout is extremely user-friendly, taking care not to overload you with too much information, navigating to the car insurance comparison tool is simple enough even for the most novice user.

So, what about the comparison service itself...

The question set you have to fill in may well be interpreted by some as being ‘too long’. In truth I would prefer to call in thorough; the site says you can compare quotes in 4 minutes and that seems about right from the searches I performed.

One thing to remember when using price comparison websites is the more questions you answer the more accurate your quotes will be. If you want to use a service where the questions can be answered in seconds be ready to receive inaccurate questions based on many assumptions.

The comparethemarket.com question set strikes a good balance between the two. The questions are ones you would expect and there’s nothing you won’t be able to answer in your lunch hour.

On to the results...

Again the layout is easy on the eye and simple to understand. The quotes are understandably ordered by price with other primary information such as provider name and monthly cost also clearly visible. Clicking on the ‘more info’ link under each quote provides further policy details to help you make an informed decision.

Finishing your application...

The comparethemarket.com site has a promise ‘the price you see is the price you pay’. For a price comparison site this is a massive promise and one that can be very difficult to deliver.

Upon proceeding with my first application, which was a very straight forward process, the price was indeed the same as quoted, which was highly impressive given the number of accuracy complaints associated with the price comparison industry. Admittedly a few other quotes did deviate by a few pounds but overall the accuracy was commendable.

What else impressed...

A particular favourite of mine was an option on the results page to amend and recalculate your quote. You could change your cover type, excess and add/remove legal protection, breakdown cover and NCB protection and generate new quotes without having to take a backwards step. This is a great timesaver that I’m sure is well received by many customers.

The retrieve a quote option is also incredibly handy. If you don’t have time to complete your application, simply save it and return later on. One point on that, if you’ve already obtained a price you like make sure you return before the quote expiry date passes.

Areas for improvement...

When compared to the long established aggregators the number of quotes returned can be a little thin on the ground for more specialised insurance requirements. If they continue to grow I’ll be looking for comparethemarket.com to include as many providers and quotes as possible to persist in improving the service they provide.

Introducing some free guides and tips to help customers better understand their car insurance policy and the money saving options open to them would be a useful addition to the newsletter option currently offered. I would also like to see a forum introduced to increase customer interaction. As the car insurance comparison industry becomes evermore competitive customer retention will be vital to long-lasting success.

My overall opinion...

Comparethemarket.com is a welcome addition to the car insurance comparison arena. A well presented, easy to use site combined with accurate results makes for a very satisfying experience for the customer.

The site offers excellent possibilities for finding a cheaper motor insurance policy and has the potential to break the stranglehold enjoyed by the established aggregators.

Should you use it...

I would certainly add comparethemarket.com to your list of price comparison sites when searching for cheap car insurance quotes. The site is easy to use, offers a thorough comparison (for those prepared to answer the questions) and most importantly works to provide accuracy in its search results.

From my experience most people prefer one comparison service over another depending on what they’re looking for as well as their level of expectation. The next time your comparing car insurance quotes give comparethemarket.com a try and see how they stack up to any others you may have used in the past.

To learn more about comparethemarket.com visit their site.

If anyone has used comparethemarket.com to search for car insurance please share your opinions with us, good or bad, in the comments.

2010 Acura TSX V-6 Car Review

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2010 Opel Corsa Cars Review

 

Opel Corsa cars have been released in January of 2010 ago. Opel Corsa is a car that has a sporty design and aerodynamic body. Opel Corsa is a car that gets a complete re-make, with major engineering changes, re-vamped line-up powertrain chassis repair, and recalibrationsteering . All Opel Corsa engine has increased performance with torque increased by 13 percent in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by percent lower. For engine performance variant of the Opel Corsa 1.2 Twinport Good-and 1.4-liter each available in two versions with different outputs. What is the most popular petrol powertrains currently has a fuel consumption between 5.0 and 5.5 liter/100 km, with a maximum CO2 emission of just 129 g / km.

For the adjustment of user preferences, the 2010 Opel Corsa is available in two variants clearly different: such as three-door coupe and five-door models of family-friendly. Refresh Opel Corsa comes with a lot to choose the engine line-up, from 65hp, 70hp, 85hp, 87hp, 100hp and sporty version. Opel Corsa for fans of the diesel engine can choose a new top-of-line 130 hp 1.7 CDTI with 300 Nm and transmit a new low as 95 hp Opel Corsa ecoFLEX.
With the release of the Opel Corsa with engine performance, fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly, Opel provide comfort and economical driving.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept Cars Review

Opel has released a new vehicle with a concept that is intended to visualize the qualities that would characterize the energy return Opel / Vauxhall brand, Opel Flextreme GT / E Concepts. GT Flextreme / E concept is the next step in the strategy for electrification of Opel's car, which includes a portfolio of products that use batteries, extended-range, hybrid, and fuel cell technology. Opel design a car using electricity that is intended to reduce use of fossil fuels.
 Flextreme Opel GT / E Designed in an aerodynamic body,  Flextreme GT/ E concept aims to reach the projection of the drag co-efficient only 0,22, helping reach 200 km / h top speed-plus as well as save energy and extend the driving range. This allows the car to offer a zero CO2 emission driving.

Measuring at 4.7 meters long, low proportions and coupé-like Opel Flextreme GT / E concept has a low stance and wide, wing-shaped front and rear lights, distinctive nose and grille, a floating C-pillars and sculptured bodywork.

Opel has introduced a new car with a concept car That uses renewable energy to the car is Flextreme GT / E. 2010 Opel Flextreme GT / E is a car That uses batteries, extended-range, hybrid, and fuel cell technology.
Opel Flextreme GT / E using electricity as a driving force to replace fossil fuels. The Flextreme GT / E concept vehicle is Designed to illustrate how the extended-range electric (E-REV) technology cans be fitted to a vehicle large or mid-size and compact cars. Opel Called the strategy "e-mobility was limited:" a strategy by adapting the highly efficient E-REV drive system That eliminates the limitations of battery power only. Flextreme Opel GT / E Measuring 4.7 meters in length, the Proportion of low and coupe-like Opel Flextreme GT / E Also has a model of low and wide, wing-shaped front and rear lights, distinctive nose and grille, a floating C- Pillars and sculptural bodywork.

2010 Acura ZDX Cars Review

Acura has introduced a new car in 2010 then. Acura ZDX cars is 192.4 inches, 78.5 inches and 61.8 inches and has a wheelbase of 108.2 inches. Acura prototype ZDX strength comes from the V-6 engine coupled with a transmission, all-new smooth shifting 6-speed automatic. Powertrain potential will be coupled with the exclusive Super Handling All-Wheel Acura DriveTM (SH-AWD) system. 

Acura prototype production version ZDX have an aerodynamic body design and has a modern light. In the interior of the Acura prototype ZDX sector has a modern body design with a design that relies on new technology to provide comfort and convenience while driving.

 

New 2012 Fiat Freemont Car Review

Fiat will introduce a car with the ability of the features that are equipped with high technology and body design with a show of strength. The car that will be introduced is the Fiat Freemont. 

Fiat Freemont outer body is designed with a model that has the feel of an individual, with graphic design with muscular body, with a grille that looks fine line on the front end with new bumpers. While in sectors with a redesigned rear bumper integrate new models and LED tail lamps. 

 Fiat Freemont prefer the comfort of passengers with the latest design features and with a material that has a soft touch. At the facility interior comfort and safety in the sector, the interior features include wrap-around dashboard with chrome elements, new instrument panel, center console a striking-looking and innovative infotainment system with a large color touch screen.  

At Fiat Freemont engine sector would have a front wheel engine with turbo diesel power unit capable of producing power (140 HP or 170 HP 2.0 MultiJet) any version that combined with manual gearbox. Fiat Freemont will be available in 4 × 4 version 2.0 MultiJet with 170 HP and 276 HP 3.6 V6 petrol engines, both with automatic transmission. With the exception of the powerful 3.6-liter unit from the Chrysler Group family Pentastar and automatic transmission, all power units are produced and developed by FPT-Fiat Powertrain. 

 
Fiat Freemont accordance with an offer comfort and security in accordance with the wishes and interests of the owners and the fuel that owners can specify their own versions based on the needs of owners.