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Plain-English guides to choosing an extended car warranty: what it covers, contract fine print and how to compare plans.

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Is a Catalytic Converter Covered Under Warranty? Emissions Warranty, Theft and Extended Plans
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Is a Catalytic Converter Covered Under Warranty? Emissions Warranty, Theft and Extended Plans

Daniel W. Brooks October 27, 2026October 27, 2026
The catalytic converter has its own federal emissions warranty of 8 years or 80,000 miles. What California adds, when claims are denied,…
Hybrid Battery Warranty: How Long It Lasts and When an Extended Warranty Helps
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Hybrid Battery Warranty: How Long It Lasts and When an Extended Warranty Helps

Daniel W. Brooks October 26, 2026October 26, 2026
How long the hybrid battery warranty lasts at Toyota and Hyundai, whether it transfers to the next owner, which hybrid parts lose…
Does a Used Car From a Dealer Come With a Warranty? The FTC Buyers Guide Explained
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Does a Used Car From a Dealer Come With a Warranty? The FTC Buyers Guide Explained

Daniel W. Brooks October 25, 2026November 1, 2026
A used car from a dealer has a warranty only if the FTC Buyers Guide says so. How to read As Is…
Does an Extended Warranty Cover Wear and Tear? What Contracts Say
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Does an Extended Warranty Cover Wear and Tear? What Contracts Say

Daniel W. Brooks October 25, 2026October 25, 2026
Most extended car warranties exclude normal wear and tear, but many cover a listed part that fails or wears past factory tolerances.…
Extended Warranty Deductible: Per-Visit vs Per-Repair Explained
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Extended Warranty Deductible: Per-Visit vs Per-Repair Explained

Daniel W. Brooks October 14, 2026October 30, 2026
How an extended warranty deductible works, per visit vs per repair, disappearing deductibles, and a simple test to pick the right amount…
Do You Need an Extended Warranty on a Leased Car?
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Do You Need an Extended Warranty on a Leased Car?

Daniel W. Brooks October 8, 2026November 1, 2026
When an extended warranty on a leased car makes sense, when the factory warranty already covers you, and what to check before…
Extended Car Warranty vs Car Insurance: What’s the Difference?
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Extended Car Warranty vs Car Insurance: What’s the Difference?

Daniel W. Brooks October 4, 2026October 27, 2026
Extended car warranty vs car insurance: what each one pays for, where people get confused, and whether you need both.
Bumper-to-Bumper vs Powertrain Warranty: What’s the Difference?
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Bumper-to-Bumper vs Powertrain Warranty: What’s the Difference?

Daniel W. Brooks April 5, 2026November 1, 2026
The bumper-to-bumper vs powertrain warranty choice is the biggest coverage decision you’ll make. Every extended warranty conversation eventually comes down to one…
What Does an Extended Car Warranty Actually Cover?
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What Does an Extended Car Warranty Actually Cover?

Daniel W. Brooks March 23, 2026October 27, 2026
So what does an extended car warranty cover in practice? “Extended warranty” is a catch-all term that covers plans ranging from bare-bones…
How Much Does an Extended Car Warranty Cost in 2026?
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How Much Does an Extended Car Warranty Cost in 2026?

Daniel W. Brooks March 10, 2026November 1, 2026
The average extended car warranty cost depends on your car, its mileage and the coverage level you pick. Extended car warranty pricing…

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