Global Warranty

What Global Warranty does

Global Warranty is a Canadian administrator and distributor of extended vehicle warranty and protection products, headquartered in London, Ontario. Founded in 1987 and operating under the legal name Global Warranty Corporation, the company serves automotive and RV consumers through an exclusive dealer channel of more than 1,500 automotive and RV dealerships and a service network of more than 400 authorized repair centres across Canada. Its product portfolio covers the full F&I lifecycle: ULTIMATE Automotive Protection (five coverage tiers from Bronze to Platinum for any year, make, or model), ULTIMATE Star Series for vehicles with expired manufacturer warranties, ULTIMATE RV Series for motorized, non-motorized, and cargo trailers, plus add-on modules including ULTIMATE Tire & Rim, Global Asset Protection (GAP, underwritten by Arch Insurance Canada Ltd), Global Glass Protection (powered by Diamon-Fusion International), 24/7 Roadside Assistance (backed by Nation Safe Drivers), and the Test Drive On Us 60-day exchange program.

The technology backbone is a set of proprietary web platforms rather than a deep software stack: EazeeApp serves as the dealer-facing portal for warranty applications and policy management, EazeeClaims enables online claims submission across automotive, RV, and GAP lines, and a dedicated GAP Online Claims System handles asset-protection cases. The company has digitized end-to-end claims processing since 2020 and supports its dealer network with regional sales managers covering Western, Central, and Eastern Canada plus dedicated RV account managers. No AI/ML capabilities are referenced in any source material.

Global Warranty generates revenue through administration fees and underwriting economics on the warranty programs it sells, transaction-based take rates on GAP, unit-priced Tire & Rim plans, and exclusive-distributor licensing economics on DFI glass protection. Distribution is exclusively indirect — sold at point of sale through authorized dealers and never directly to consumers online. In February 2025, the company was acquired by iA Financial Group (TSX: IAF), a Canadian insurance and financial services company with 60+ years in vehicle warranty and relationships with over 10,000 dealerships, making Global Warranty a wholly-owned subsidiary positioned alongside sister warranty administrator Lubrico Warranty.

Name

Global Warranty

Legal name

Global Warranty Corporation

Website

https://globalwarranty.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Global Warranty is a Canadian administrator of extended vehicle warranty and protection products — including automotive, RV, tire & rim, GAP, and glass coverage — distributed exclusively through 1,500+ dealerships and 400+ authorized repair centres across Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vehicle Warranty & Protection Services

akta.pro primary industry

Dealer-Sold & F&I Administered Service Contracts (Dealer Obligors) (FSAJALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Auto Ancillary Warranties (Tire & Wheel, Paintless Dent, Key/Remote, Windshield) (FSAJALAB), GAP & Vehicle Protection Products (GAP Waiver/Insurance, Lease/Loan Protection) (FSAJALAC), Powertrain & Component-Specific Vehicle Warranty Programs (FSAJALAK)

Keywords

• Extended vehicle warranties
• Automotive protection plans
• GAP insurance administration
• Tire and rim protection
• RV warranty programs

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Extended Vehicle Warranty Premiums: Global Warranty earns revenue through administration and underwriting of extended warranty programs sold through dealer networks to vehicle owners. Warranty programs cover mechanical breakdown protection for automotive and recreational vehicles.
2. GAP Insurance Administration: Global Asset Protection (GAP) product covers the difference between insurance payout and remaining loan balance, up to $50,000. Underwritten by Arch Insurance Canada Ltd.
3. Tire & Rim Protection: Multi-tiered protection plans covering tire repair/replacement, rim damage, and appearance protection. Sold through dealer partners with various coverage levels.
4. RV Extended Warranties: Specialized warranty programs for recreational vehicles including motorized, non-motorized, and cargo/utility trailers with comprehensive coverage options.
5. Global Glass Protection: Diamon-Fusion glass protection product sold through exclusive distributorship, providing additional revenue stream for dealers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Global Warranty administers and underwrites extended vehicle warranty protection plans (ULTIMATE Automotive Protection, ULTIMATE Star Series, ULTIMATE RV Series) along with ancillary products such as Tire & Rim protection, Global Asset Protection (GAP), Global Glass Protection, and 24/7 Roadside Assistance. Products are sold through a network of more than 1,500 authorized automotive and RV dealerships and serviced through 400+ authorized repair centres across Canada, with claims processed via EazeeApp and EazeeClaims online platforms.

Product overview

Global Warranty is a provider of vehicle protection products operating in Canada and the USA, offering a comprehensive portfolio of warranty and protection programs. The core offering consists of ULTIMATE Automotive Protection and ULTIMATE Star Series (extended vehicle warranties for cars and trucks), complemented by ULTIMATE RV Series (specialized warranties for recreational vehicles including motorized, non-motorized, and cargo trailers). Add-on modules include ULTIMATE Tire & Rim protection, Test Drive On Us exchange program, Global Asset Protection (GAP) insurance, Global Glass Protection, and 24/7 Global Roadside Assistance. The company also provides an online claims platform (EazeeClaims) and dealer portal (EazeeApp) for managing warranty products. Founded in 1987 and acquired by iA Financial Group in February 2025, Global Warranty serves over 1,500 automotive dealerships with a network of thousands of authorized repair centres across Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ULTIMATE Automotive Protection: Extended vehicle warranty program with multiple coverage levels (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Titanium, Platinum) covering mechanical breakdowns for any year, make, or model vehicle.
• ULTIMATE Star Series
• ULTIMATE Tire & Rim
• ULTIMATE RV Series
• Test Drive On Us
• Global Asset Protection (GAP)
• Global Glass Protection

Products and services

• ULTIMATE Automotive Protection Extended vehicle warranty program offering five coverage levels (Bronze through Platinum) for new and used vehicles of any year, make, or model, with optional add-ons for hybrid/electric, diesel, A/C, commercial use, lift kit, and deferred coverage.
• ULTIMATE Star Series Used vehicle warranty series with four protection levels (1-Star through 4-Star) plus Factory Top Up option, covering powertrain to comprehensive components for vehicles with expired or limited manufacturer warranties.
• ULTIMATE RV Series Extended warranty program for recreational vehicles including motorized, non-motorized, and cargo/utility trailers with multiple coverage levels.
• ULTIMATE Tire & Rim Multi-tiered tire and rim protection program (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Appearance) covering flat tire repair, tire/rim replacement, mounting and balancing, and optional curb damage, key/remote replacement, car rental, glass repair, paintless dent repair, and windshield protection.
• Test Drive On Us 60-day or 4,000 km exchange program allowing customers to return or exchange a vehicle if not satisfied, with bundled warranties transferable to a second purchased vehicle.
• Global Asset Protection (GAP) Guaranteed Asset Protection covering the difference between primary auto insurer payout and remaining vehicle loan up to $50,000 in the event of total write-off due to theft, fire, or accident, for new and used vehicles including leases.
• Global Glass Protection Chemical glass protection product powered by Diamon-Fusion International (DFI) that increases impact and scratch resistance by 10X over untreated glass, suitable for automobiles and RVs.
• 24/7 Global Roadside Assistance 24/7 emergency roadside assistance program providing towing, battery boost, lockout services, and other emergency services throughout Canada and the USA.
• EazeeClaims Online claims submission and management system for automotive, RV, and GAP claims allowing customers and dealers to submit claims, track status, and manage documentation through an online portal.

Quantifiable outcome

• $300 million+ paid out in claims to customers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Diamon-Fusion International (DFI)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 13 July 2021Exclusive distributorship for Global Glass Protection product powered by DFI technology. Product increases glass impact and scratch resistance by 10X. Applied to over 7 million vehicles globally including 20,000 US military Humvees. Suitable for all automobiles and RVs in all seasons.
• SiriusXMcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 February 2020Exclusive partnership providing 3-month SiriusXM All Access trial free with qualifying Global Warranty products. Available for vehicles with or without satellite radio (streaming service offered for non-equipped vehicles). Global handles customer enrollment through EazeeApp and submits customer information to SiriusXM.
• Arch Insurance Canada LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnderwriter for Global Asset Protection (GAP) insurance program. GAP covers difference between primary auto insurer payout and remaining loan balance up to $50,000 for total write-offs due to theft, fire, or accident. Located at 200 Bay Street, Suite 3100, Toronto, ON.
• Nation Safe DriversminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBacking partner for 24/7 Global Roadside Assistance program providing emergency services including 24-hour towing, battery boost, lockout services, and more.
• Sonnet InsuranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership offering exclusive auto insurance discounts to Global Warranty customers. Customers can save on auto insurance through Sonnet's platform.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lubrico Warranty: Canadian extended vehicle warranty administrator also owned by iA Financial Group and based in London, Ontario. Now a sister subsidiary to Global Warranty post-2025 acquisition; competes in the same dealer-administered service contract category.
• EasyCare Warranty Services: US-based vehicle service contract administrator (now part of APCO Holdings/Assurant-aligned group) selling F&I-administered extended warranties through dealer networks — directly comparable business model, product set, and distribution channel.
• Route 66 (Dealer Tire): Provider of vehicle service contracts, GAP, tire & wheel, and other F&I products sold through dealer networks — closely overlapping product portfolio (mechanical warranty plus tire/rim/GAP add-ons) and distribution model.
• Protective Asset Protection: Specialty provider of F&I products including vehicle service contracts, GAP, and ancillary protection products distributed through auto dealers — comparable admin-only model targeting US/Canadian dealer channels.
• Endurance Warranty Services: Direct-to-consumer and dealer-channel provider of vehicle service contracts with multi-tiered mechanical coverage similar to Global's ULTIMATE tiered structure. Comparable product breadth and powertrain-to-bumper coverage approach.
• CarShield: US-based vehicle service contract administrator marketing extended warranties across multiple coverage levels; comparable product architecture and tiered coverage model though weighted toward direct-to-consumer rather than dealer channel.
• Warranty Solutions Group: Administrator of vehicle service contracts, GAP waivers, and tire & wheel products sold primarily through franchised and independent dealer channels — directly comparable dealer-administered warranty model and product stack.

Broad incumbents

• Assurant: Large publicly-traded provider of vehicle protection products, extended service contracts, and connected-living products. Operates broadly across warranty administration, mobile device protection, and lender-placed insurance with overlapping F&I capabilities.
• Zurich North America (F&I/Dealer Products): Global insurer with a dedicated North American F&I/warranty and dealer protection business offering extended service contracts, GAP, and ancillary products to dealer networks — broader insurance parent but overlapping product set and dealer distribution.
• Allstate Dealer Services (Allstate Protection): Division of Allstate offering F&I products (extended service contracts, GAP, ancillary protection) through US and Canadian dealer networks via dealerships and agents — broader insurance parent with overlapping vehicle protection product set.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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