Guides
Warranty guides for drivers
Plain-English guides on how vehicle warranties, extended service contracts, and prepaid maintenance plans actually work in the service lane.
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how-to
How to Check If a Repair Is Covered by Your Warranty
A step-by-step checklist to figure out whether your vehicle warranty or extended service contract should pay for a repair quote before you approve it.
tactics
Dealership Upsell Tactics to Watch For in the Service Lane
The most common ways dealership service departments upsell repairs you don't need, or charge for work your warranty already covers.
explainer
Extended Warranty vs Manufacturer Warranty: What's the Difference?
Manufacturer warranty, extended service contract, third-party vehicle service contract. What each one actually is, and when you should buy which.
explainer
Prepaid Maintenance Plans Explained (and When They're Worth It)
How prepaid maintenance plans work, what they cover, and how dealers double-charge for services these plans already include.
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