When you’re in the market for a new car, you have many options to choose from and each car has its pros and cons. Car salespeople will often try to make a more expensive model seem like a bargain and convince you to buy a car with lots of extra features, even if you don’t need them. In the excitement of buying a new car, it’s easy to be wowed by the aesthetic appeal and in-car technology of the latest models, without giving a thought to whether you can really afford it. The price tag of the car is just one chunk of the overall cost of owning a car. You should keep in mind that additional costs such as car insurance and maintenance can also weigh on your finances, as a car that costs a lot of money might be expensive to service and may attract a higher insurance premium. If you're wondering how you can grab a car that’s a good fit without spending more than you budgeted for, here are some tips to keep more money in your pocket when you drive your new set of … [Read more...] about Five tips to help you save money when buying a new car
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Datsun redi-GO, GO and GO+ get five-year extended warranty, unlimited kilometres
Datsun is celebrating its fifth anniversary in India and to mark the occasion, the company has introduced the 'Peace of Mind' extended warranty package. It will be applicable on all three of its cars in India - Datsun redi-GO, GO and GO+. Available to all Datsun customers across the country, the five-year extended warranty package is the first of its kind as there is no limit defined on kilometres. Datsun ‘Peace of Mind’ extended warranty package will serve as a comprehensive service package with a host of services that includes 24x7 road-side assistance, free insurance, with free pick-up and drop facilities along with a special scheme for Government employees both in service and retired. The five-year/unlimited km warranty will take care of Datsun cars' technical health with coverage for engine, A/C compressor, ECU, alternator, shock absorber and much more. Free roadside assistance includes towing to the nearest Nissan-Datsun workshop, 24x7 customer helpline, lost key … [Read more...] about Datsun redi-GO, GO and GO+ get five-year extended warranty, unlimited kilometres
Volkswagen Offering Benefits On Extended Warranty And Service Packages
The company is running its monsoon benefits campaign till 15th August 2018 Volkswagen India is offering its customers special benefits on purchase of service value packages, select spare parts, accessories and extended warranty till 15th of August. The deal is available for existing as well as new customers purchasing a VW car within the deadline. Every Volkswagen receives a 2 year/unlimited km warranty and roadside assistance as standard. But purchasing an extension can keep these services intact for as long as three years and 1.25 lakh km. Related: Decoded: ‘Volkswagen Ameo At Rs 5.07 Lakh’ Offer For more details, take a look at the company’s official statement: Press Release: Volkswagen Launches New Extended Warranty option and a Service Value package this monsoon season ® Special Monsoon benefits at introductory prices; Service Value Package and 2+3 years Extended Warranty ® Chance to win gift … [Read more...] about Volkswagen Offering Benefits On Extended Warranty And Service Packages
New Car Discounts in June 2018 – Maruti, Hyundai, Honda And More
With the festival season just around the corner, auto manufacturers are gearing up for the new car launches, model updates and special variants to lure potential customers for buying a new car. However, this also means that the already existing models might not find any customers as people wait for the festival season for purchasing a new vehicle. Auto manufacturers offer hefty discounts on such models all throughout the summers to push the inventory. We have compiled a list of hot discounts to go for this June, before the festival season kicks-in! Also Read: 2018 Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza Vs Hyundai Creta Facelift Compact SUV Spec Comparison! Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Save up to Rs 50000 First on our list is Maruti Suzuki’s Ciaz mid-size sedan, which like its MPV cousin Ertiga, suffered a setback post GST implementation. The SHVS diesel powered car got a price revision, resulting in downfall of sales. This prompted Maruti to offer discounts and benefits of around Rs 50000 for … [Read more...] about New Car Discounts in June 2018 – Maruti, Hyundai, Honda And More
Extended warranties top used car buyers most wanted list
That’s the conclusion of research carried out for the RAC Dealer Network. More than 1,000 respondents were asked to rank six standard aftersales products.They were rated, in order: breakdown recovery, extended warranty, MOT insurance, GAP insurance, SMART insurance, and tyre and alloy wheel insurance. Sean Kent, sales director at the RAC Dealer Network, which partners with The Warranty Group in the warranties and aftersales sector, said: “The key finding here is that the top three aftersales products are all designed to keep the vehicle in good working condition and on the road, while the bottom three are more concerned with cosmetics and finance. “It shows that, at the end of the day, the used car buyer’s chief concern is about ensuring their vehicle is reliable and is unlikely to land them with a large and unexpected repair bill.” Almost 100 new dealers were added to the RAC Dealer Network in the first quarter of 2018, bringing the total to 1,330. The … [Read more...] about Extended warranties top used car buyers most wanted list