Insurtech firm Qover, which is backed by Zurich, has collaborated with BMW and MINI to launch an omnichannel motor insurance coverage platform for the Irish market.
The answer presents an omnichannel motor insurance coverage mannequin that mixes digital and retail engagement, the discharge mentioned.
The partnership allows Irish clients to acquire quotes, join insurance policies and handle their insurance coverage on-line or by way of buyer care help.
The programme’s key options embody assured entry to accepted physique store repairs utilizing real BMW and MINI components, and on-line coverage administration with the choice to change or cancel protection.
Moreover, it additionally contains insurance coverage for a wide range of autos together with electrical and hybrid fashions, with particular provisions for battery cowl and charging cables.
“This launch marks only the start of a multi-party collaboration,” the discharge added.
Qover CEO and co-founder Quentin Colmant mentioned: “This programme showcases how embedded insurance coverage transforms each buyer expertise and retailer engagement. By making a seamless omnichannel journey, we’re assembly clients the place they’re whereas empowering retailers with digital instruments.
“We’re proud to convey our expertise to help BMW and MINI clients in Eire, establishing one of many first embedded insurance coverage options for premium automotive manufacturers on this market.”
Wakam, a business-to-business-to-consumer (B2B2C) insurer, supported the partnership.
Wakam Group CEO Catherine Charrier-Leflaive acknowledged: “We’re proud to help Qover with our embedded insurance coverage experience and applied sciences. Collectively, we’re enabling a brand new period of personalised insurance coverage, giving BMW and MINI drivers in Eire entry to trusted safety in a easy and environment friendly manner.”
In July of the earlier yr, Qover launched its motor insurance coverage providing in Eire.
Based in 2016 by Quentin Colmant and Jean-Charles Velge, Qover has obtained investments from Alven, Anthemis, BlackRock, Cathay Innovation, Prime Ventures and Zurich International Ventures.
