New Car Warranties

When you buy a new car, it will be covered by the manufacturer's warranty, in which the manufacturer promises to pay for certain repairs should things go wrong - usually for the first three years. It's easy to presume that the warranty will pay for any defects, but this is rarely the case. It's therefore very important to read the terms carefully so that you can check what is - and what isn't - covered.

In order for you to benefit from the warranty, there are usually some fairly strict rules which you must stick to, and failing to do so will often invalidate the warranty altogether. For example, you may be required to service the car at specific intervals (every 10,000 miles for example).

Some states allow up to 60 days after purchase to cancel an extended warranty; however, you should check local laws to confirm your options in your area.