July 13th, 2013 by Hal Moses
Routine maintenance and service will help to keep your car running properly. If you car is running properly, it will help you car perform well in harsher driving conditions. An auto warranty will save you money on maintenance and repairs performed on your car. Here are some tips to help you keep your car running properly:
1. Routinely check the tire pressure. To maintain a good routine, it is a good idea to check the tire pressure every time you go to get gas. In addition, inspect the tire treads and look for any cracking or wear and tear in your car’s tires.
2. Wash your car daily. Keep your car’s exterior in good shape by keeping it clean. Wax it after washing it to help prevent corrosion issues.
3. Be aware of your check engine light and when it goes on. If it goes on, it is important to get your car checked out by your mechanic. Dealing with the problem sooner will help you avoid major repairs down the road.
4. Keep a regular maintenance schedule with your mechanic. There are certain parts of your car that need to be checked routinely. Read your owner’s manual to make a decision on what kind of schedule you need to keep, and what kind of services are best for your car specifically.
Following these tips will help you keep your car running properly and in tiptop shape. Performing maintenance will help prevent unnecessary repair costs down the road.
July 3rd, 2013 by Hal Moses
There are two main types of extended car warranties. There are car warranties that you can purchase through an aftermarket warranty company and car warranties that are backed by a manufacturer.
An extended car warranty that is purchased through an aftermarket warranty company tends to cost less money. In addition, this car warranty has the tendency to vary in quality and price depending upon which company you purchase from. This makes it essential to do research before you make a final purchase.
An extended car warranty that is backed by the manufacturer usually includes a variety or services and repairs. Repairs that are done on your car are generally performed in a dealership that the manufacturer approves. This means that you will generally not have any problems when you go for the repairs.
No matter where you choose to get your car warranty from, it is important to do some research before making a final purchase. Compare and contrast a variety of warranties for quality and price.
June 17th, 2013 by Hal Moses
A vehicle’s powertrain consists of all of the parts that make it run. This includes parts such as the drivetrain, the engine, and the transmission. It is a big system that is made up of numerous moving parts. If any part in the powertrain system fails, there is a greater chance that your car will not actually get you to your destination. A vehicle’s powertrain features and engine specs are essential to making the car run.
A powertrain warranty covers the powertrain components if they are defective or damaged during a certain period of time. Therefore, the manufacturer will pay to replace or repair the components that are faulty. The powertrain warranty generally has a mileage or year (whichever arrives first) period of coverage and this expires when the allotted period is up. This auto warranty usually lasts for a longer period of time than other manufacturer warranties such as the bumper-to-bumper warranty.
Powertrain warranty coverage usually does not include parts that wear like the boots and CV joints, clutches, and other parts that have a short lifespan and that need to be replaced regularly.
June 6th, 2013 by Hal Moses
A great and fun summer activity for the family is a road trip. Even though road trips are fun, frustration and stress often accompany families while out on the road. Make certain that you keep the following tips in mind to help make your family’s road trip a good one:
The best possible thing you can do to get ready for a road trip is to get the family car in the best shape possible. Give the car a proper tune-up so that you don’t have to worry about the car breaking down while you are out on the road. Make sure that you have an auto warranty for your car so that the maintenance and repairs that need to be performed on your car will not drain your wallet.
In addition, make sure that you plan ahead for the trip so that your family is prepared and knows exactly where you are going and what you are doing. This can alleviate stress and help make the trip go smoothly. Also, invest in a GPS that will help you get to your planned destinations with ease.
Though you can plan for road trips, you cannot always predict when you will run into problems such as road construction or traffic. These things are almost inevitable so make sure that you relax and do not stress out so that you and your family can have a good time on your road trip.
June 6th, 2013 by Hal Moses
When consumers research auto warranties, the first thing they look at is price. Consumers are always looking to get the best deal possible when buying an auto warranty. Even though price is an important factor, it should not be the sole factor that affects the final decision on which auto warranty to buy.
When looking into buying an auto warranty, it is important that you make a purchase that is of good quality. If you want to get the most out of your auto warranty it is wise to make a smart purchase. Here are two things to consider when going through the research process:
1. Take into consideration the cost of the auto warranty. Make sure that it is affordable. However, do not let price be the only thing that influences your final decision.
2. Do research about the company that you are looking to purchase from. Ask yourself some important questions when researching the company. Is the company visible online? Is the company established? Is it a reputable company? Lastly, make sure that the company is a business an accredited company that has good ratings with the Better Business Bureau.
June 3rd, 2013 by Hal Moses
When investing in an auto warranty, the last thing you want to find out after you make the purchase is that it is not providing the coverage that is necessary for your car and that it does not meet your expectations. If it necessary to inspect a car before you buy it, then it should also be necessary to inspect an auto warranty before purchasing it.
To make certain that you are making a worthwhile investment in an auto warranty that will get you through all of the wear and tear that your car is sure to endure, it is essential to make sure that it meets all of your expectations. Do not settle for less. Luckily for consumers, the Federal Trade Commission has a law that makes it a requirement for a warranty to be available for inspection by any potential consumer.
A lot of the time, consumers find themselves being swayed by a seller’s suggestions about an auto warranty. A dealer will try to be as succinct as possible with their words when discussing what coverage that a car will receive. It is essential that the consumer thoroughly and entirely reads through the auto warranty and has a full expectation of the guarantee it says it provides. After reading through the auto warranty once completely, it is also a good idea to read through it again and thoroughly look through the fine print before making a final purchase.
May 31st, 2013 by Hal Moses
People love their cars. Cars become our babies and we are constantly washing and waxing them to keep them looking shiny and new. Some people love their cars so much they talk to them and give them an affectionate pat every so often. However, as much as we love our cars, we should not have to pay for unnecessary expenses. Here are some things that you may be wasting money on:
First off, it is not always necessary to buy premium gas instead of regular gas. You can purchase regular gas, which is cheaper, if it does not cause your engine to knock. The purpose octane serves is to prevent engine knocking. Therefore, if your car is not knocking when you use regular gas, it is fine to use.
Generally, car manufacturers suggest that you should get an oil change done every 5,000-7,500 miles. Many motorists think that oil changes need to be done every 3,000 miles. However, this is only absolutely necessary if you are very hard on your car.
In addition, people tend to waste money by getting repairs done by a dealer. Independent shops do a great job and for less money. Also, make certain that you have an auto warranty that can help you to save money on any unnecessary repair costs.
Being aware of where you waste money can help you to save some money. Do not let others convince you that certain car expenses are necessary.
May 28th, 2013 by Hal Moses
When researching auto warranties, consumers mainly base their decision on price. Every consumer makes sure to get the best possible deal on an auto warranty. Even though price is an important factor, it should not be the only deciding factor for the final purchase.
When researching auto warranties, it is very important to make sure that you are making a quality purchase. In order to get the most out of the purchase, it is essential to take the following things into consideration while doing your research:
1. Consider the cost of the auto warranty. Make sure that it is affordable. However, do not make this the only deciding factor for the final purchase.
2. Do very thorough research on the company that is selling the auto warranty. Ask yourself a bunch of questions when researching a company. Is the company visible online? Is the company established? Is the company reputable? Lastly, is the company an accredited company that has high ratings from the Better Business Bureau?
May 23rd, 2013 by Hal Moses
Routine service and maintenance will keep your car running smoothly. If your car runs smoothly, it can allow your car to perform better in more harsh driving conditions. An auto warranty will help you to save money on repairs and maintenance of your car. Here are some helpful tips to keep your car running smoothly:
1. Make sure to routinely check the tire pressure. A good way to help you keep a regular routine is to check the tire pressure every time that you get gas. Also, check the tire treads and keep your eye out for wear and tear or any cracking in your tires.
2. Wash your car on a daily basis. Keep your car’s exterior clean and in good condition. Waxing it after washing it will prevent corrosion problems.
3. Make sure that you are aware of when your check engine light goes on. If it goes on, it is essential that you get your car checked by your mechanic. This will help you to avoid some major repairs later on.
4. Maintain a regular schedule with your mechanic to perform maintenance on your car. There are parts of your car that need to be inspected every now and again. Take a look at your owner’s manual to decide on what kind of service schedule is the best for your car.
Follow these simple tips and you can help keep your car running smoothly and also keep it in good condition. Maintenance can help you to avoid any preventable repair costs later on.
May 22nd, 2013 by Hal Moses
It happens all of the time. People bring their cars into the shop for repairs and ask the question, “Isn’t that covered by my auto warranty?†Many motorists make the assumption that an auto warranty covers repairs despite vehicle mileage, maintenance requirements, and environmental conditions.
An auto warranty is an agreement between the consumer and the car’s manufacturer. Being the consumer, you are held responsible for keeping up with specific maintenance requirements. The manufacturer is only obligated to cover repairs if you perform all of the necessary maintenance on your car.
As a result of questionable practices that dealers have performed in the past, car manufacturers make sure to very closely inspect every auto warranty claim. Consumers often see this as a way for them to avoid covering repair costs on their car when, in reality, the repairs may not actually be covered under the terms of the auto warranty. This could be a result of factors such as parts that are not covered by the warranty, vehicle abuse, or expiration.
Motorists need to be very cautious and completely read through their auto warranty. If you follow through on your side of the agreement, the manufacturer will follow through on theirs.
