Got the "we're trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty" call? Here's what you need to know before buying.

A few years ago, Jon Linkov got a phone call from his aunt as she was buying a new 2021 Volvo at a car dealership in Florida. She wanted his advice on whether she should buy an extended warranty for ...

An extended warranty covers some major repairs for your car when your manufacturer's warranty expires. Some people choose to get one that runs concurrently with the manufacturer's warranty, while ...

We cover the basics of what an extended warranty is (and isn’t). Here’s the short answer: An extended warranty is coverage that you purchase that comes into effect after the original factory warranty ...

An extended car warranty, also known as a vehicle service contract, provides coverage for auto repairs after your manufacturer's warranty has expired. Coverage options range from bumper-to-bumper ...

* Sample rates are subject to change. All information provided here is accurate as of August 28, 2025. Worries about the high cost of certain auto repairs is fueling the growth of extended car ...