Allianz UK has announced a new partnership with Volkswagen Financial Services UK to become its new motor insurance provider. The five-year partnership extends across Volkswagen Group’s car brands in the UK, including Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Škoda, Audi, SEAT and CUPRA.

Allianz will act as administrator and underwriter of the insurance policies. New and existing customers will be offered a range of benefits including a choice of two levels of cover, complimentary driveaway insurance, fee-free vehicle changes, and access to an online portal for accessing cover information.

Serge Raffard, managing director for Allianz Personal, said: “VWFS UK is one of Allianz’s largest and most important global partners and this agreement highlights the strength of Allianz UK and the high-quality insurance products and claims services that we provide. We will work closely with VWFS UK to offer their customers innovative and flexible insurance products and services that meet their changing needs.

“I’m delighted with the strides Allianz has made in the UK retail market over the past year and our efforts are being recognised externally through new partnerships, industry and customer-service awards.”

James Taylor, head of product (non-asset based) at VWFS UK, added: “By offering customers motor insurance, we are strengthening our relationship beyond finance or leasing, enabling individuals to finance, insure, and maintain their vehicles while alleviating common challenges associated with vehicle ownership. This partnership underscores our commitment to delivering positive customer outcomes at every stage of the customer journey.”