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Signing a new contract after cancelling gap insurance?

Shawn Ryder

In particular, what happens when you decide to cancel your GAP insurance and sign a new contract? Understanding GAP Insurance Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) insurance is designed to cover the difference between what you owe on a vehicle and its actual cash value in the event of a total loss.

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Is GAP insurance required for a new 2025 Honda HRV?

Shawn Ryder

One of the critical aspects of vehicle coverage is GAP insurance. GAP insurance, which stands for Guaranteed Asset Protection, plays a significant role in the event of a total loss of your vehicle. What is GAP Insurance? Why Consider GAP Insurance When Buying a New Vehicle?

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Warrantywise appoints new Dealer Sales Director

Motor Trader

Duxbury will oversee all aspects of dealer operations, including customer relations and key partnerships. His return will include filling the gap left by traditional GAP insurance by providing dealers with the knowledge to inform their comprehensive warranty plans.

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Navigating Inflationary Pressures on Vehicle Ownership: A Guide for Auto Dealers

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Let’s explore the factors driving inflation in the automotive market and discuss strategies for dealers to support their customers through these difficult economic conditions. Dealer Response: Strategies to Support Customers Auto dealers can play a vital role in helping their customers navigate these inflationary pressures.

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California DA Sues Progressive, USAA Insurers For ‘Lowballing’ And Screwing Drivers

Carscoops

It seems like every day we see a car on a salvage auction site that has next to no damage, and yet has still been described as a total loss by an insurance company. Pamela Price, the district attorney for Alameda County, California, thinks part of that might be down to dirty tricks insurance companies play against their customers.

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FCA renews call on GAP firms to provide fair value to consumers

Motor Trader

The FCA has renewed its call for Gap providers to ensure they demonstrate “fair value and good customer” outcomes In February, the FCA agreed a pause in the sale of guaranteed asset protection (GAP) insurance with a number of firms, following concerns the products were not offering fair value.

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Leasing A VW ID.4 For $190 May Make You Rethink That Tesla Model Y

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It’s generally not advisable to put cash down on a lease because GAP insurance will only cover the remaining balance and not the downpayment if the car is totaled or stolen. VW has also announced it’s offering a $10,500 customer bonus for those who lease or purchase a new and unused 2024 ID.4.

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