VEHICLE PROTECTION SERVICES

Reinsurance

Pat Ryan and Associates introduce reinsurance programs to dealerships.

Service Contracts

Pat Ryan and Associates introduce first independent insured service contract program.

Best in Class Training

Ryan Insurance Group acquires two best in class training companies and launches consulting and dealership training.

F&I Training

Ryan Insurance Group expands training competencies with Variable & Fixed Operations to standardize and optimize functionality and customer service, selling techniques and compliance.

Resource Automotive

Resource Automotive forms as an umbrella for two auto businesses and an auto consulting business under Aon Warranty Group (formerly Pat Ryan and Associates) to help dealers realize potential with a comprehensive menu of F&I programs. That year, First Extended Service Corporation was also purchased elevating our offerings for dealers. 

Investing in New Products

Resource Automotive launches QCertified® - a certified pre-owned warranty program developed by input from dealers.

A New Identity

Onex buys Aon Warranty Group and develops a new corporate identity, The Warranty Group. Resource Automotive launches LuxcareXT®, an interior and exterior protection product.

Lease Protect

Resource Automotive launches Lease Protect, end of lease protection for new and manufacturer CPO vehicles.

A New Era

Assurant acquires The Warranty Group, creating a global leader in vehicle protection services.

That year,The Mechanic 2.0 launches, a newly enhanced vehicle service contract that significantly expands the term and mileage options of its flagship The Mechanic offering. A monthly subscription option for vehicle service contracts launches as part of The Mechanic 2.0.

Building Out Our Differentiated Capabilities

Assurant expands its career development program by launching new advanced training courses for experienced F&I employees.

Virtual Learning Platform & Pocket Geek Auto

Assurant launches Virtual Learning Platform with Virtual Coach for F&I and other core skills. Assurant's customer loyalty app, Pocket Geek Auto, pilots with dealers.

Assurant Resource Automotive is now Assurant Dealer Services