An auto warranty is a smart investment if you just bought a new car. New car warranties offer four kinds of coverage:

1. One type of coverage is basic coverage, or a bumper-to-bumper warranty. This provides coverage for all parts of the vehicle from bumper to bumper.

2. Another type of coverage is a powertrain, or drivetrain warranty which will cover all of the parts of your vehicle that make it run. Parts usually included in this type of coverage are the engine, transmission, driveshaft, and drive axles.

3. Another kind of coverage is for corrosion and rust. This provides coverage for rust-through problems.

4. A last kind of coverage is roadside assistance. This service may be provided for you while you are under an active basic warranty. This service offers services such as flat tire assistance, assistance for when you run out of gas, lockout assistance, and towing.

To familiarize yourself with all of the details of the coverage you get from your warranty, check your owner’s manual or warranty booklet. If you still believe that you need more coverage, it is smart to look into purchasing an extended warranty.