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Owner Claims Tesla Added Thousands Of Fake Miles To Duck Warranty

Carscoops

According to the complaint, Tesla allegedly does this on purpose to avoid covering warranty repairs and to accelerate the depreciation of its vehicles. The lawsuit argues that Tesla does not use mechanical or electronic systems to measure distance. It can also cause consumers to purchase extended warranties prematurely.

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Ford Fiesta Problems What To Know Before Buying

Car Examer

PowerShift Transmission Issues Fiestas equipped with the PowerShift dual-clutch automatic gearbox (especially 20112016 models) are known for transmission trouble, including: Jerky gear changes Hesitation when accelerating Warning lights and fault codes What to do : These issues may be eligible for extended warranty coverage in some regions.

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Things to Check Before Buying a Used Car

Dealer World

Ensure all electronics, such as the radio, air conditioning, and power windows, are functioning correctly. Warranty : Check if there’s any remaining manufacturer’s warranty or if an extended warranty is available. Check the condition of the tires for even wear and sufficient tread depth.

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EVs are up to 50% more expensive to repair than ICE

Motor Trader

” EVs contain unique components such as large battery packs, electric motors and power electronics, all of which are expensive to manufacture and replace. This drives up labour costs, as repairs often require trained professionals, sometimes through the manufacturer or specialised dealers.”

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Navigating Purchase of a Car from a Private Seller: What You Need to Know

Car Examer

Consider using a money electronic transfer for added security. Obtain appropriate extended warranty : every used car breakdown perspective every new car breakdown too but they are covered by manufacturers warranty. Keep in mind that private sellers may be more flexible on price compared to dealerships.

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How Car Finance Companies Fail Consumers

Car Examer

Claim that the fault falls outside of the remit of the Consumer Rights Act because it’s related to “wear and tear,” which is commonly excluded from warranties or protection under the act refer to wear and tear definition in automotive industry. Manufacturer warranty don’t cover clutch wear too.

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F&I offices will have to adapt to EVs

Canadian Auto Dealer

F&I offices are going to need options that cater to these unique challenges, such as extended warranties that cover battery performance. Vendors will need to adapt these contracts to the nuanced needs of EVs, which demand coverage for advanced electronic systems and battery performance rather than conventional mechanical issues.