If I decide to buy a new car, what are the steps I have to take in order to transfer my extended warranty? Transferring an Extended Warranty When you sell your vehicle you have to contact the administrator of the contract. They will require a $50-$75 transfer fee. The contract will be transferred once they [...]
There are all different kinds of headlight bulbs out there, so how do you know which one to choose from? Video Transcription: Well, essentially on modern automobiles there are three types of headlight bulbs. The standard one is the old-fashioned halogen bulb that's been around for quite sometime now. Then the upgrade from that is [...]
With the end of Daylight Savings on Sunday, it's going to be getting darker a lot earlier. Make sure you can see and be seen on the roads. Here's how to restore and maintain your headlights. Video Transcription: Alright, restoring headlights is a little bit more complicated than what you might see on TV. There [...]
As the Halloween holiday approaches, help protect trick-or-treaters this Halloween by following these driving safety tips. Be especially careful between 4 and 8 p.m., when most severe vehicle/young pedestrian collisions happen. Check out some Halloween driving safety tips here as seen in an article from Progressive. Don't pass stopped vehicles - The driver might be [...]
The CARCHEX promise is: Customer Experience Above All. We strive to provide the best, most responsive, and dedicated customer service experience from the moment you pick up the phone to call us. For each customer and CARCHEX employee, this promise means something slightly different. But be assured, it means your interests are put first in [...]
With gas prices constantly on the rise, it always helps to know some tips about how to easily save money at the pump. Video Transcription: Practical ways to save gas, number one: maintain proper tire pressure. Adjust it to the label inside the door or the fuel filler door. Number two: get rid of excess [...]
Is it really a big deal if I use tap water in my coolant instead of distilled water? What is the difference anyway? Video Transcription: All right, is there a winter and a summer coolant? Actually, no. The coolant in the car, and it is called coolant now not anti-freeze, is year round. You use [...]
No season is better suited for road tripping than fall. From New England to the Pacific coast, there are many opportunities to witness nature's display of dazzling colors. Here are some tips found in an article from Travel Channel to make the most of your leaf-peeping road trip. Where to go New England is great [...]
Since my car already comes with a warranty, do I have to buy an extended warranty from the car manufacturer? Or are there other options? Video Transcription: Do you have to buy the extended warranty through the vehicle manufacturer? No, you don't. See, your car comes from the factory with a limited warranty, it goes [...]
Here are a few frequently asked questions consumers have about extended warranties. Visit CARCHEX to get a full list of advice and FAQ's about extended vehicle and protection plans. What is a Vehicle Service Contract/Extended Warranty and why do I need one? Every new vehicle comes from the manufacturer with a factory warranty. This states [...]
