The Seattle Medium newspaper reported today that the “Washington Attorney General’s Office is driving a multistate investigation into companies that hawk pricey extended auto warranties through deceptive junk mail, illegal telemarketing robocalls and misleading TV ads.”
Historically, the reputable car warranty marketers do not buy or sell customer lists, do not engage in direct mail campaigns, nor do they engage in telemarketing. Instead, the most reputable companies depend solely on their advertising to get the attention of customers, who then have the choice to provide their information and be contacted.
AA Auto Protection has never used any of the deceptive practices mentioned above (or any at all for that matter). They were the first to post all contracts online in full. They were the first broker of extended warranties for automobiles, and they are also one of the oldest warranty companies around. AA Auto Protection is a proud founding member of the Vehicle Protection Association which is the first professional organization of warranty sellers and administrators, committed to ensuring legal compliance and customer satisfaction.
If you get unsolicited mail, or an unwanted phone call from someone trying to sell you an extended car warranty, just throw it away or hang up the phone. Instead, go to AA Auto Protection’s website and research the available plans, review full contracts, and let them know if you want to be contacted. No obligation, no hassle.
by admin on January 6, 2010
The sluggish economy is forcing consumers to try to better control their budgets, to minimize large expenses, and to reduce financial risks. Many Americans are only one paycheck, one rent payment, or one car payment, away from financial ruin.
The luxury of the choice to buy a new car has disappeared for many, as the record losses of the auto manufacturers indicate. But that doesn’t mean that people are no longer driving. It means that people are keeping their current vehicles longer, rather than getting new ones.
However, there is a silent risk for people who will keep their current car: That of a major, unexpected failure, requiring an expensive repair. Some vulnerable people are only one major repair away from financial collapse, and don’t even recognize the danger. A $600 repair for a broken power window may be safely postponed. But a $2500 transmission repair cannot be ignored, because the vehicle may not be drivable. The problem is compounded in that, without a vehicle to drive to work, there is no income to pay to repair the car. Having a functioning vehicle is not just a convenience in modern life, it’s a necessity.
For such people, there is a way to eliminate that risk, and to truly control their budget: Obtaining a vehicle service contract (VSC), popularly known as an extended warranty. By getting a VSC, consumers can proactively control their expenses for a major tool they use every day, their car.
With a quality VSC, consumers are protected against unexpected vehicle repairs, even the smallest of which can cost upwards of $500. Plans are available for most vehicle for terms generally ranging from two to seven years, with prices between $1300-2800 for comprehensive coverage. Those prices can almost always be paid monthly. An expected $80-150 per month warranty payment is much easier to budget for than a surprise $3000 engine repair, which takes the vehicle out of commission.
With a vehicle service contract, consumers can help their lives become a little more predictable, and can help make sure that their vehicle is ready when it is needed.
