Warranty News Headlines
January 1, 2021 to today
- Porch Group acquires American Home Protect for $46m.Press Release, September 9, 2021
- Chrysler's lifetime powertrain warranty analyzed.
Jalopnik, September 9, 2021- Nissan launches Certified Pre-Owned vehicles in the Middle East.
Trade Arabia, September 9, 2021- Sonim introduces waterproof headsets with 3-yr. warranties.
Press Release, September 9, 2021- Assurant-sponsored poll finds 59% of drivers would buy extended warranties.
Motor Trader (UK), September 8, 2021- California sends cease and desist orders to 4 home warranty companies.
Insurance Journal, September 8, 2021- ServicePower named visionary in Gartner's Field Service Management report.
Press Release, September 8, 2021- Lansdon Robbins and Matan Slagter launch home warranty startup Armadillo.
Louisville Business Journal, September 7, 2021- Bob's Discount Furniture sued over Goof Proof Warranty.
Inner City Press, September 7, 2021- Matthew Gershkoff sentenced to 30 months in prison for warranty fraud.
Attleboro (MA) Sun Chronicle, September 7, 2021- APCO Holdings acquires Strategic Diversified LLC.
Press Release, September 7, 2021- Sonsio-sponsored IndyCar wins first auto race.
Arvada (CO) Press, September 7, 2021- Columnist turns down $2 service contract on $16 toaster.
Steubenville (OH) Herald-Star, September 4, 2021- Armadillo & Hornbeam Insurance launch home warranty program.
Press Release, September 3, 2021- Woman gets new pressure cooker after TV station staff intervenes.
WTVJ-TV Miami, September 3, 2021- Super joins Leading Real Estate Companies of the World network.
Press Release, September 2, 2021- August robocall tally drops by 4.4% to 4.1 billion.
Press Release, September 2, 2021- WMS Group appoints Lisa Adams as product manager.
AM Online (UK), September 2, 2021- Pandemic-caused construction supply shortages delay home warranty repairs.
KDVR-TV Denver, September 1, 2021- FTC probes why McDonald's McFlurry machines seem to break so often.
Wall Street Journal, September 1, 2021- Dealer fixes extended warranty mix-up after news crew gets involved.
WSMV-TV Nashville, September 1, 2021August 2021- Hyundai, BMW & Kia score highest in JD Power rankings.
Newsweek, August 31, 2021- Large appliances are the next frontier in the right-to-repair movement.
Fast Company, August 31, 2021- How much warranty does Samsung offer on the Galaxy Z Flip 3?
Pocket Now, August 29, 2021- National Truck Protection plans to be offered to AAOO members.
Trucks, Parts, Service, August 27, 2021- Online stores compete over warranty services for luxury goods.
The Korea Bizwire, August 27, 2021- GM temporarily closes plant making now-recalled Chevy Bolts.
Detroit Free Press, August 26, 2021- Realtors blast American Home Shield after air conditioning repair delay.
KTBS-TV Shreveport LA, August 25, 2021- Select Home Warranty says leak in HVAC systems are not covered.
KJRH-TV Tulsa OK, August 25, 2021- Nissan adds Certified Pre-Owned Program in the Middle East.
Al Bawaba (JO), August 25, 2021- Hub International to buy National Home Warranty Group from Aviva Canada.
Insurance Journal, August 24, 2021- Coatings warranty are no different from warranties for other products.
Architecture & Design, August 24, 2021- Are extended warranties worth it on back-to-school laptops & Chromebooks?
WTVD-TV Durham NC, August 24, 2021- Colorado Home Warranty Inc. files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection.
Denver Business Journal, August 23, 2021- Local couple demands $8.5m in lawsuit against expired auto warranty scammers.
Aspen Times (CO), August 23, 2021- GM recalls all Chevy Bolts for fire risk in recall to cost $1 billion.
Detroit Free Press, August 20, 2021- Broken Galaxy Z Fold 3 screens will be expensive to repair.
BGR, August 20, 2021- Polaris recalls some Slingshots because rear wheel could come off.
Autoblog, August 19, 2021- Average life span of HVAC, roofing, windows, fridge and more.
CNET News, August 19, 2021- Mize Inc. merges with service parts management company Syncron AB.
Press Release, August 18, 2021- American Residential Warranty renames itself ARW Home Services.
Press Release, August 18, 2021- KTM and Husqvarna offer free 5-yr. extended warranties for their motorcycles.
Autocar India, August 18, 2021- Are Certified Pre-Owned warranties better than new car warranties?
Jalopnik, August 18, 2021- Drone maker DJI doubles battery warranty period to 1 year.
Drone DJ, August 18, 2021- Six reasons why an extended warranty is not worth it.
Saving Advice, August 18, 2021- Centricity launches Homeowner Hub for its structural warranties.
Press Release, August 17, 2021- Tampa Bay homeowner stuck in hot house for days waiting for help.
WFTS-TV Tampa Bay FL, August 17, 2021- GM replacing all battery modules in some Chevy Bolts to mitigate fire risk.
Electrek, August 16, 2021- View Inc. probes its warranty accruals, delays financial results release.
Press Release, August 16, 2021- Sears Kenmore fridges made by LG have defective compressors, lawsuit alleges.
KPRC-TV Houston, August 16, 2021- Used cars and vehicle service contract market trends.
AmTrust Specialty Risk, August 16, 2021- Do homeowners need water line insurance sold by utility companies?
AARP, August 16, 2021- Apple turns AppleCare+ for Mac purchase into an annual subscription.
Bloomberg Power On, August 15, 2021- Home Warranty Direct mails misleading postcards about county deed records.
Washington (PA) Observer-Reporter, August 14, 2021- Hyundai and Kia trunk latch recall triggered by 40 warranty claims.
Consumer Reports, August 13, 2021- Tesla claims its batteries lose only 10% capacity after 200,000 miles.
Electrek, August 12, 2021- AmTrust plans to open office, hire 180 in Salt Lake City area.
Press Release, August 12, 2021- ScalePad expands server network warranty services to 6 more countries.
Press Release, August 12, 2021- Are home warranties worth it?
KIRO-TV Seattle, August 11, 2021- Carrier Transicold introduces three-tiered BluEdge service.
Press Release, August 10, 2021- Top three predictive models to optimize extended warranty marketing campaigns.
After, Inc., August 10, 2021- SelecTrucks adds used truck warranty concierge plan administered by Fleetrock.
Press Release, August 10, 2021- Hornbeam Insurance launches rental home warranty program with PWSC.
Press Release, August 10, 2021- CNH Industrial Reman adds 2-yr. replacement parts warranty.
High Plains Journal, August 10, 2021- Why a home warranty may help if you waived your home inspection.
Seattle Times, August 10, 2021- WMS Group renames its warranty program as Safe & Sound brand.
AM Online (UK), August 10, 2021- Arkose Labs debuts Credential Stuffing Warranty against online fraud.
Press Release, August 10, 2021- All 51 attorneys general unite against robocalls, call for FCC action.
Colorado News Online, August 9, 2021- Bugatti Passeport Tranquillite program helps owners after warranty expires.
Hot Cars, August 9, 2021- ELGi North America lengthens warranties from 1 to 5 yrs.
Press Release, August 9, 2021- NHTSA says Ford knew of backup camera problem from warranty claims.
Detroit News, August 6, 2021- Some used car dealers tell customers 6-mo. statutory warranties don't exist.
Sunday Times (ZA), August 6, 2021- Jason Pannone gets two years jail time for warranty fraud.
U.S. Attorney's Office, August 5, 2021- Four states impose new requirements for dealer warranty reimbursement.
National Law Review, August 5, 2021- ScalePad broadens coverage of its workstation warranty services.
Press Release, August 5, 2021- General Motors earnings hit by $1.3 billion in warranty recall costs.
CNBC, August 4, 2021- Illinois governor signs bill regulating labor rates for warranty work.
Automotive News, August 4, 2021- Panasonic solar warranty expands to cover IronRidge racking systems.
Solar Industry Magazine, August 3, 2021- Mahindra is selling 2-yr. extended warranties for select car models.
Financial Express (IN), August 3, 2021- Acer Day Sale includes promotional extended warranties with ADP.
My Smart Price (IN), August 3, 2021- OnPoint Warranty acquires Canadian screen protection company Bounce.
Press Release, August 3, 2021- Solar customers with orphaned systems can't get warranty work done.
PV Magazine (AU), August 2, 2021- Symmons doubles commercial warranty for plumbing supplies to 10 yrs.
Press Release, August 2, 2021 - Chrysler's lifetime powertrain warranty analyzed.
September 2021