Understanding Tire and Wheel Protection

As you drive, you face road hazards that can affect your tires and wheels. Since they're the only part of your car that comes into direct contact with the road, damages are inevitable. That's why many vehicle owners take advantage of a tire and wheel warranty. It’s a protection that's not typically included in your manufacturer’s guarantee.

What's Covered?

Tire and wheel protection plans cover damages such as road debris, blowouts, potholes, nails, broken glass, wood, metals, and manufacturer defects. Depending on the package, it can also include cosmetic coverage. This added benefit takes care of unsightly nicks and scrapes.

What Are the Benefits?

Most auto owners don’t realize that tire and wheel protection is an important aspect to ensure their safety while on the road. If you plan to take advantage of this warranty, expect to enjoy these benefits:

·        Specific Services Are Free of Charge - Certain expenses are covered by the service center. Some of these are repair or replacements of tires or wheels, including parts, labor, mounting, balancing, taxes, and disposal of non-repairable parts. 

·        No Limit on the Number of Occurrences – There is no limit on the number of service claims you can make. It's also not reserved for autos with low mileage.

·        Emergency Roadside Assistance - Service centers provide roadside assistance when you face problems on the road. You just have to call them, and they'll go to your location. They can help you with dead batteries, flat tires, gas and fluid deliveries, and frozen/locked doors. Towing expenses are also reimbursable.

·        Flexible – It’s available for new, used, or leased cars. If ever you sell your vehicle, your warranty coverage can be transferred to the new owner. However, you'll need to pay a required transfer fee and fulfill some other requirements.

What's Not Covered?

The warranty doesn't cover accidents, collision with the curb, and theft or vandalism. These serious issues are likely already included in your regular insurance policy. Tire and wheel warranties only focus on minor problems that usually affect the whole performance of the car.

It's better to be prepared for anything that could happen on the road. Protect your car against unforeseen hazards with a tireand wheel warranty to have safe travels with your loved ones.