Toyota Insurance Management Solutions establishes its national headquarters in Plano, Texas
Toyota Insurance Management Solutions (TIMS), the car company’s own exclusive independent insurance agency move its operations into the next level with the opening its first “brick and mortar” location in Plano Texas. The location with serve as both the agency’s first official office space and national headquarters for its growing insurance business. Our readers may remember that Cambridge-based Insurify recently announced a new partnership with TIMS.
Guests attending the office opening included TIMS executive leadership, as well as Plano’s Mayor Harry LaRosiliere, who cut the ceremonial red ribbon.
“The opening of TIMS’ first dedicated office is such an exciting landmark in our journey – one that reflects the tremendous growth we’ve achieved in our first five years,” said Robert Spencer, VP, Finance and Administration. “There are certainly many benefits to operating like a start-up. But even as we embrace virtual work, it is also beneficial to have our own space to come together for collaboration when appropriate.”
“The City of Plano is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Toyota Insurance Management Solutions in our city,” said Mayor LaRosiliere. “This marks another exciting milestone in our relationship with Toyota. It is further evidence of the deep-rooted commitment we have to help each other grow and prosper. Toyota’s footprint in Plano now includes Toyota Motor North America, Toyota Financial Services, and Toyota Connected. We welcome all TIMS employees and look forward to their success in the City of Excellence.”
TIMS officially launched in 2016
Launched as an independent insurance agency in 2016, Toyota’s exclusive independent insurance agency has been created with the sole purpose of providing Toyota customers with “…a seamless way to compare and buy car insurance policies online, and find their best usage-based insurance options using data-driven recommendations and a personalized purchase experience.” In addition to providing auto insurance, the agency also offers potential insureds an array of additional coverages including home, renters, recreational vehicle, and even pet insurance.
“TIMS completes the Toyota ownership experience by providing simple, convenient ways to shop for and purchase insurance for all Toyota models, new and pre-owned, as well as coverage for other vehicles,” said Will Nicklas, COO, TIMS. “Looking ahead, TIMS is expanding distribution – both digitally as well as through select dealers – and we will continue to innovate new products, providing Toyota customers with personalized auto insurance tailored to their unique needs.”
