The chances are great that you will have unexpected and expensive repairs to your car before you finish paying for it. In fact, the average term for a car loan is nearly 6 years, while the typical factory warranty* provides full coverage for only 3 years or 36,000 miles. And, if you buy a used vehicle you may not have any warranty at all.

Sure, some manufacturers provide additional powertrain coverage to supplement their original factory warranty, but this is carefully limited coverage that only covers "driveline" items specifically identified in the fine print.

The right Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) can cover you in the following important areas:

• Cover Repair Related Costs: Many repair related expenses are not covered by new car factory warranties. Things such as rental car reimbursement (assuring use of a vehicle while factory warranty repairs your vehicle), reimbursement for hotels, meals, and emergency phone calls if a repair is required while away from home, replacement of tires (and, wheels when necessary) damaged due to road hazard, towing, etc. Enhanced coverage that “wraps” the factory powertrain warranty to provide more comprehensive coverage that is closer to the full factory warranty. And, if you already have an extended factory powertrain warranty you can get an even better deal upgrading to more comprehensive EasyCare® coverage.
• Protection After The Warranty Expires: EasyCare Protects You After The Factory Warranty Expires. EasyCare VSC's cover up to 95% of the things covered by a new car warranty, depending on the coverage you select. The few things that are not covered - such as squeaks, rattles, wind noise, water leaks and normal wear out items - are only covered by factory warranties for the first twelve months. With an EasyCare VSC, you don't have to come up with the full cost of the repair. Instead your exposure is limited to the amount of your deductible. Click the link below to access a tool used to determine your vehicle total-cost-of-ownership (TCO) and see how EasyCare protection can benefit you: Edmunds.com TCO Calculator
• Assure The Highest Possible Resale Value for Your Vehicle: There are four things that determine the resale value of your vehicle; age, mileage, equipment, and condition. Of all these factors, the mechanical condition of the vehicle is something you can control and maintain. With an EasyCare VSC you limit the cost of repairs to your deductible, which means when something happens you can get your vehicle repaired properly and promptly. If you sell your vehicle you can even transfer the unused portion of any EasyCare VSC to the new owner, adding value and assuring you can get a better price.
• Affordability: Let's face it, for most people their car is the second largest purchase they make. In many cases, it's also the second largest monthly bill. With EasyCare you can keep your vehicle properly serviced. An EasyCare VSC, covers unexpected repair costs whenever they arise.

Consider an EasyCare® VSC if you can answer yes to any of the following questions:

• Do you drive your vehicle more than 15,000 miles per year?
• Do you plan to own your vehicle for more than three years?
• Would unexpected repair costs cause you financial problems?
• Are you close to the expiration date of your manufacturer's warranty?

EasyCare® VSC’s can be financed at the time of purchase and included in your monthly payment. If that doesn’t beat having to pay for a new transmission, read on.

The cost of an EasyCare® VSC added to your monthly payment is typically small and manageable compared to the cost of unexpected and uncovered repairs. A small price to pay for peace-of mind.

Get covered.™ There’s an EasyCarer plan that fits your unique requirements. Visit the EasyCare® page to browse and select the EasyCare® coverage you need. Call 888-Easy-400 or email us for more information.