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.
4/19/2010 2:02:53 PM
Rated 4.9. Votes: 14
When General Motors was bailed out by the government more than a year ago, the American automaker had to slash thousands of manufacturing jobs in its ranks. Faced with bleak opportunities near their homes, some GM employees have started working across states, even if it means driving more than 16-plus hours and 1,000 miles round trip to see their families on weekends, the Associated Press reports.
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4/15/2010 6:13:31 PM
Rated 4.8. Votes: 15
Motorists might be surprised to know that every year, automakers identify thousands of car problems that don't warrant recalls. But while car manufacturers send these bulletins out, many drivers don't receive them, or sometimes dismiss those tip sheets as a marketing ploy. When the problem worsens so that they need to bring their car to the mechanic, car owners might find that their warranty is up. In this case, an extended auto warranty could have prevented unsuspecting car owners from dipping into their wallets.
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4/8/2010 5:37:09 PM
Rated 4.8. Votes: 15
Summertime is just around the corner and for many Americans, a road trip to the beach or the mountains is an adventure they don't dare to miss. But long drives on a hot summer day can be straining on vehicles and ruin the fun. Prepare for this early by getting an extended auto warranty.
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