Nate Waterfalls
Automobile Extended Warranties for Asian Vehicles
Distinguishing between automobile extended warranties and mechanical breakdown protection plans can be a difficult task for most drivers, especially in the complex Japanese car market.
Hello, my name is Nate Waterfalls, and I've had a wonderful experience dealing with drivers of all makes and models as a service technician. I've been asked by the folks at autoPOM! to share my experience with you.
Dealer Extended Coverage Or Third Party Protection?
There are pros and cons to both options. Here are a few quick facts:
- The brands own (Honda, Infinity, Lexus, etc) automobile extended warranty is only offered by the manufacturer and is usually sold through the dealership.
- Mechanical breakdown protection (coverage beyond the manufacturers warranty) may be purchased from a third party company and offers other types of protection.
- The main difference between the two options is that mechanical breakdown protection lets you have your service done at any authorized automobile repair facility, not the dealer.
Toyota released its first passenger vehicle in 1936 but did not touch the American market until 1957. Just over 50 years later, they have become the best selling automaker in the world.
Asian Vehicles
This is a trend that has been reflected by nearly every Asian automaker. Respectively, they are:
All of the above brands have become a part of the North American market in their own way. Each has its own individual reputation for quality although typically drivers rank them similarly. In fact, 8 of the 10 brands listed above were in the 2009 Consumer Reports top ten for best reliability.
Despite the similarities of the Asian automakers it is best to look at them individually to determine their strengths and weaknesses. Distinguishing between automobiles extended warranties for these cars is no easy task, especially for drivers who aren't mechanically inclined. To answer the question "dealer extended coverage or third party protection, let's look at each automaker.
Although, you will pay more, the manufacturer's extended car warranties are usually a solid choice. However, if you decide that mechanical breakdown protection is a better option for you, I recommend the folks at autoPOM!! and Mercury Insurance Group.
autoPOM!! backed and administered by Mercury can provide you with repair service comparable to the manufacturer's extended warranty. Not surprising, autoPOM!! pricing is far less than dealer pricing and offers the flexibility of allowing you to choose the repair facility that you're most comfortable with.
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