Auto Warranty News

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently did a study of 20 small cars in real-world, low-speed simulated collisions that motorists encounter all over the country in parking lots.  Their findings were that some of the most inexpensive cars you can purchase would cost you a lot of money to repair, even with a mild tap at 6 mph.

In order to replicate the full bumper from another vehicle the organization used a barrier.  By doing this they were able to assess rear and full frontal collisions, and also rear corner and frontal collisions at 6 mph and 3 mph.

Coming out the best was the Ford Focus.  This car was the least expensive car to fix, at $3,031 in damages after being put through the four tests.  The worst performer overall was the VW Rabbit, which totaled $9,511 in damage.

These tests show that small cars have gotten very complex over the years, and that simple parts like headlights have become expensive to replace and repair.  This is why it is essential for drivers to have an auto warranty to cover unnecessary repair expenses.

Chrysler, along with all American car companies is scrambling to make improvements on gas mileage. Now, they have a largely updated Hemi and updates in mpg for the Dodge Avenger, Dodge Caliber, and Chrysler Sebring.

Most of the 2009 models are already being sold with new car warranties, and their 2008 counterparts have been heavily discounted.

One of Chrysler’s staples is the 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, which is available in the larger SUVs, large trucks and sedans, as well as the popular Dodge Challenger.  However, the all-new Hemi gives an average of 5% better fuel-efficiency than its previous version, and gives approximately 30 more horsepower and more torque.  This is thanks to the variable valve timing of the new powertrain.  In addition, Chrysler’s multi-displacement system, which has the purpose of allowing the V-8 to run on four cylinders at highway speeds, has been updated to allow it to remain in four-cylinder mode a little longer.  The result of this may be an added one or two miles per gallon, but when you consider the additional power, it’s impressive.

As concerns about energy are taking center stage in political circles, the car world needs to take notice of the upcoming Honda Insight. Yesterday, this concept car was introduced as the guidepost for the consumer choice of the future.

Most likely, the new Honda Insight will have a waiting list a mile long. Honda has planned to manufacture 100,000 of these cars in the first year, which turns out to be 8,333 sales per month. The Toyota Prius is in tight demand and sells approximately twice that many units. And, the Insight will get better gas mileage than the Prius, and will cost less with a better auto warranty. It looks like the Prius will be in for some serious competition.

This new Honda Insight proves to be more practical than the first Insight. It is a hatchback with five doors and it will have plenty of room for five passengers. It has an aerodynamic design that is inspired by Honda’s FCX Clarity fuel cell car. This car is expected to go for around $19,000 including new car warranties.

Americans need to take action immediately to help the nation’s economy improve and bring back American jobs.  Americans have purchased 11 million foreign vehicles over the last 10 years.  That is equal to about $25.5 billion exported out of the U.S. economy.  Buying American cars with an auto warranty would improve the economy greatly.

It seems that Americans have become numb to the on-going announcements that the “Big Three Auto Makers” are cutting jobs and closing plants.  This year alone, Ford Motor Co. announced that they were closing three plants and cutting more jobs.  Chrysler Motors had to close three plants and cut approximately 12,000-15,000 jobs.  GM announced a loss of $11.8 billion in the first quarter of 2008, which is its second largest loss ever, and also had to close plants.

Over the last 10 years American cars have improved greatly in quality.  In fact, J.D. Powers has recognized that American cars have had substantially higher improvement in comparison to their foreign competition.  It’s time for Americans to change their way of thinking and buy American cars.  And consumers can always rest assured that they won’t be paying unnecessary costs if they have new car warranties.

Many people maintain their car under the hood but neglect their car’s exterior.  To freshen up your car and make it look brand new, follow these simple tips.

To care for your car’s exterior start by giving it a comprehensive washing.  You’ll want to remove all of the mud and grime that has built up on your car.

Make sure to use a pH balanced wash on your car.  You should avoid harsh detergents because they will strip off the car wax on your vehicle.

After a good car washing, make an evaluation of the surface of your vehicle.  You can do this by rubbing your hand along the surface of your vehicle.  If the surface feels rough on your hand, chances are you have bugs, tar, or water deposits.  These things need to be removed before you wax your car.

After doing these things it is time to put a car polish and wax on your car to protect it’s finish from harmful elements.

Make sure to be proactive when it comes to taking care of your car.  This includes maintenance, washing, waxing, and buying an auto warranty.

A lot of people are set on buying a new car.  Yet, if you can purchase a high quality used car for a portion of the price of a new vehicle, why wouldn’t you?

For instance, you will pay about $15,000 for a 2009 four-cylinder Toyota Corolla.  However, because of depreciation, that car would be worth approximately $10,000 in three years.  It would be a great choice to purchase a good used car for that low price.  You don’t just benefit in the purchase price of the vehicle, you also save money on loans and used car warranties.

Make sure to do your homework before buying a car.  You can get plenty of information about cars from the Internet and periodicals on everything from reliability ratings to the cost of an auto warranty.

Many people don’t think they have enough time to research vehicles.  Yet, it is necessary to realize that you can keep $6,000-$8,000 in your pocket just by researching for four hours.

For 2009 the Lexus LS 460 and 460L will be offered with AWD for the first time.  Buyers can either buy the rear-wheel drive setup, which is standard, or AWD beginning in October.

The 2009 models haven’t announced a pricing plan yet, but the 2008 rear-wheel-drive versions of the LS 460 and LS 460 L went for $62,900 and $72,900.  The base prices for the 2009 models will easily be $2,000 more including an auto warranty, if they follow the pricing plan for other Lexus models that are AWD.

However, the AWD models could cost quite a bit more than that because they come with more features that are standard, like 18-inch wheels, all-season tires, an adaptive air suspension, and a heated steering wheel.

The 2009 LS doesn’t have any other noteworthy changes besides the addition of the AWD.

It appears that giving a $10,000 discount on a pickup truck, along with fuel prices under $4, is a winning combination.  At least that’s the case for the Chevrolet Silverado in August.  GM offered its employee-pricing discount, which kicked sales into overdrive and made the Silverado one of the best-selling vehicles in the nation.

In July, the Silverado only sold 32,989 units, but by offering the employee discounts, the number was bumped up to 55,765 in August, which is still under the number sold in August of 2007, which were 67,486.

Other trucks were offered with a hefty discount and therefore experienced a sales increase.  However, practical cars are still among the majority of the top 10 list for August.  After all, consumers are still trying to protect their wallets by buying small, fuel-efficient vehicles with hefty new car warranties.

It is safe to say that most people don’t find tire shopping among their favorite things to shop for.  We all just want a set of tires that fit correctly and will keep us safe on the road.  Nevertheless, there are a few things to keep in mind before shopping for tires.

First, don’t buy used tires.  It isn’t worth saving a few dollars to sacrifice performance and traction, because unfortunately you’re also sacrificing safety.

Next, make sure to know what the factory size of your tires is.  To find this out, look on the inside of the door hinge on the driver’s side of the car.

Take the time to shop around for good deals on tires.  Making price comparisons on the Internet is easy, but don’t forget to factor in installation and shipping costs.

Finally, before buying tires, research different tires.  All tires aren’t made the same, and the expensive ones aren’t necessarily the best quality.

Although tires may not be your favorite things to shop for, they are as important as used car warranties.  Just follow these tips to get a good price on quality tires.

The 2009 Chevrolet Aveo5 has been redesigned and updated, showing that entry-level cars have come a long way in the last ten years. Compared to older vehicles, and even the previous Aveo5, the newer model is a great improvement. However, if you compare the Aveo5 to the Honda Fit and Nissan Versa, it doesn’t shine as bright.

Basically, with the Aveo5, like with anything else, you get what you pay for. The more you pay, the more luxury features you get. Features like a sunroof, better interior coverings, power locks, etc. creep in as the price tag goes up.

Be aware that you will hear and feel the jolts in this vehicle, however, for an entry-level car they are acceptable. The Aveo5 even handled rough roads pretty well.

The Chevrolet Aveo5 is a good entry-level car that tries hard and gets a lot right, yet it doesn’t compare to its competition. However, at a base price of $12,120, and with an estimated 34 mpg on the highway, you really can’t go wrong with this car. In addition, it comes with a 100,000 mile/ 5 year Powertrain Limited auto warranty.