iA Financial Group has announced a $10 million investment in Clutch Technologies, a leading Toronto-based platform for purchasing used vehicles online. This partnership marks a strategic step for iA Financial, expanding its digital presence in Canada’s automotive market. Founded in 2017, Clutch has grown rapidly, selling over 8,000 vehicles online in 2023, solidifying its reputation as one of the largest online used-car retailers in the country.
Benefits of Clutch and iA Financial Group collaboration for customers
Through this investment, iA Financial aims to strengthen its expertise in online product sales while enhancing the vehicle purchasing experience for Canadian consumers. Clutch’s customers can now take advantage of a seamless online journey that covers everything from buying a vehicle to selecting extended warranties and guaranteed asset protection, all in one place.
A shared vision for transparent, convenient car buying
Dan Park, CEO of Clutch, emphasizes the company’s commitment to delivering a simple, transparent car-buying experience for Canadians. “We are thrilled to partner with iA Financial Group to further elevate our user experience and provide best-in-class warranty and insurance products to our customers,” he said.
Expanding online automotive services in Canada
Pierre Miron, Executive Vice-President and Chief Growth Officer for Canadian Operations at iA Financial Group, sees the partnership as a powerful channel expansion: “With this strategic investment, we are adding online sales as a new distribution channel, positioning us to serve consumers in their preferred way when they purchase vehicles and insurance products.”
By joining forces, iA Financial Group and Clutch are set to bring Canadian consumers a convenient and secure way to buy and protect their pre-owned vehicles entirely online.
