Sometimes called an "extended warranty", a service contract is a promise to perform (or pay for) certain repairs or services. Although technically not a "warranty" as defined by federal law, service contracts may be arranged at any time and always costs extra. Warranties, on the other hand, ONLY come with a new car and are included in the original price. Vehicle service contracts are popularly referred to as "extended auto warranties" or "extended warranties". Use of the term "extended warranty" or "warranty" on this site is intended to refer to vehicle service contracts and not manufacturer's warranties.
5/28/2010 7:15:50 PM
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Ford is preparing to kill its 71-year-old Mercury brand, another sign that the auto industry has become much more competitive in recent years. As automakers end support for their brands, drivers with older cars should consider investing in an auto warranty in order to protect against rising costs.
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5/7/2010 8:49:23 PM
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The U.S. auto industry is working together to stop Congress' new proposed auto safety bill, which comes in the wake of a slew of vehicle recalls. With engineering standards called into question, protecting a car with an extended warranty becomes a necessity.
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4/23/2010 8:28:55 PM
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By reducing costs and selling more vehicles, the auto industry has begun to show the first signs of recovery. Car consumers still struggling with the economy can reduce costs of their own with the purchase of an extended warranty.
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