About Insurance Panda
Clearer car insurance shopping, without the confusing jargon.
Insurance Panda helps drivers compare auto insurance options, understand coverage, and shop with more confidence. Our long-time motto—“Insurance Was Never So Black And White”—still reflects what we aim to deliver: straightforward comparisons, practical education, and a simpler path to finding coverage.
What Insurance Panda is
We’re a comparison and education platform designed to make car insurance shopping easier. You can explore quotes, learn how coverage works, and decide whether to continue with a provider to finalize a policy.
Clearer answers, faster
We focus on explaining insurance in plain English so drivers can compare options and understand what they’re actually buying before making a decision.
Provider terms still apply
Availability varies by state and driver profile, and the provider you choose ultimately determines your final quote, eligibility, and policy terms.
How we help drivers
- Help you compare auto insurance options and understand coverage.
- Publish educational content that answers common insurance questions.
- Connect you with third-party providers for quotes where available.
Where our role stops
- We’re not an insurance company and we don’t underwrite policies.
- We don’t provide individualized legal or financial advice.
- We don’t bind coverage or make underwriting decisions for providers.
How Insurance Panda works
Enter your ZIP code
Start with your location so available quote options can be narrowed down appropriately.
Answer a few questions
Share basic details about your vehicle and coverage needs so you can review more relevant options.
Review quote options
Compare available providers and decide whether to continue to complete the quote process.
How Insurance Panda started
Insurance Panda was founded in 2012 in New York City by insurance technology veterans James Shaffer and Steffen Heringhaus. The goal was simple: make car insurance shopping faster, clearer, and easier to understand.
Since then, we’ve continued improving the site based on reader feedback, research, and changing insurance rules so drivers can make more confident decisions.
Free for readers to use
Insurance Panda is free to use. We may earn compensation from advertising and marketing partners when you click a link, request a quote, or take other actions on our site.
Compensation may influence which offers appear and where they’re displayed, but it does not set your insurance rates—your provider does.
How we handle information
We take privacy seriously. When you request a quote, information may be shared with third-party providers to return quotes or follow up.
We generally don’t ask for sensitive details like Social Security numbers or payment information just to start comparing options.
How we approach content
- Clarity: Plain-English explanations, fewer buzzwords, and clear definitions.
- Accuracy: We strive to verify key details and correct errors promptly.
- Updates: We refresh content when rules, pricing dynamics, or insurer practices change.
Questions, feedback, or press inquiries
- Contact Us — Send us a message directly through our contact page.
- Press Inquiries — Visit our Press Room for media and partnership information.
- Careers — View open roles and learn how to apply.
- Enjoying our service? Review us on Trustpilot.
Educational content, not personal advice
Our content is intended for general educational purposes. It should not replace advice from a licensed insurance agent, attorney, or financial professional for your specific situation.
Ready to compare your rates?
Start with your ZIP code to explore quote options and learn more about the coverage that fits your needs.