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December 2011

How long is a ''lifetime warranty?''
Hanford (CA) Sentinel, December 31, 2011
Australian law firm warns businesses to review warranty paperwork.
Adelaide Advertiser, December 30, 2011
Apple to appeal $1.2m Italian warranty fine.
Mac Observer, December 30, 2011
Warranty work uncovers missing parts on 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Associated Press, December 30, 2011
Sony's discount offer leaves defective TV owner unhappy.
Boston Globe, December 30, 2011
A good warranty has to do more than talk.
Inland Valley (CA) Daily Bulletin, December 30, 2011
Aeon Lighting Technology lengthens product warranties to 3 years.
Press Release, December 30, 2011
Mitsubishi Motors Ireland offers 4th & 5th-year warranty for 245 euro.
Galway Advertiser, December 29, 2011
When shelling out money for an extended warranty is worth it.
Lifehacker, December 29, 2011
Saab may never build another car, but name will live on.
USA Today, December 28, 2011
The fine print behind making returns and buying warranties.
WFMY-TV Greensboro NC, December 28, 2011
Italy fines Apple $1.2m for "unfair commercial practices."
Apple Insider, December 27, 2011
Asurion reminds smartphone buyers they have 30 days to buy insurance.
Press Release, December 27, 2011
Skipping extended warranties.
New Tang Dynasty Television, December 25, 2011
Yes, Santa, you need written warranties.
Colorado Springs Gazette, December 24, 2011
Dana Douglas Rinkin gets prison in $350,000 Cisco warranty fraud case.
Idaho Statesman, December 23, 2011
Five scary facts about product recalls.
Press Release, December 23, 2011
Ferrari factory service no longer available in St. Louis.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, December 23, 2011
A decade later, body shop's lifetime warranty doesn't cover rust.
Ottawa Citizen, December 23, 2011
Holden and Saab both deny ownership of new car warranties.
Sydney Morning Herald, December 22, 2011
Assurant Solutions says maintenance and extended warranties prolong appliance life.
Press Release, December 22, 2011
Consolidation, shortages & warranty reductions in the hard disk industry.
Forbes, December 21, 2011
GM to extend warranty coverage for Saab vehicles sold before Feb. 2010.
Detroit News, December 21, 2011
Saab North America drops warranties, GM to cover older ones.
USA Today, December 20, 2011
Saab Automobile files for bankruptcy.
Press Release, December 19, 2011
Saab finally reaches end of the road, warranty coverage "suspended."
Consumer Reports, December 19, 2011
Casio America lengthens projector warranty from 3 to 5 years.
Press Release, December 19, 2011
Accident-prone should buy extended coverage for tablets, smartphones or computers.
Minneapolis Star Tribune, December 19, 2011
B2B Soft adds Global Warranty Group's program to its wireless platform.
Press Release, December 19, 2011
Australian shoppers urged to be aware of return and warranty policies.
Daily Examiner, December 19, 2011
Infigen Energy pursues legal action against turbine supplier Gamesa Wind US LLC.
Press Release, December 19, 2011 (PDF file)
Knowing warranty details can save shoppers thousands of dollars.
Toronto Star, December 18, 2011
Seagate cuts warranties from 5 years to 1 for some desktop and laptop drives.
Computerworld, December 16, 2011
Why you still shouldn't care about AppleCare
Mac Observer, December 15, 2011
New research shows extended warranties in the UK are overpriced.
Which?, December 14, 2011
New Zealand builders sign up for Builtin's WaterTight Warranty.
Wellington Scoop, December 14, 2011
Realtor uses his own brand to sell HSA Home Warranty policies.
RISMedia, December 14, 2011
Seven reasons to avoid extended warranties.
Toronto Star, December 14, 2011
E15 advocates look for ways to overcome auto industry's objections.
Ethanol Producer Magazine, December 12, 2011
Book author Dan Poynter shares tips for frequent flyers on luggage warranties.
Expert Click, December 11, 2011
Motor Codes withdraws its endorsement of vehicle warranty code of practice.
What Car?, December 9, 2011
Ex-Verizon engineer charged in $4.5 million warranty scam.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution, December 9, 2011
BBB gets complaints about home warranty letters from HomeServe USA.
Press Release, December 8, 2011
QLogic extends 5-year Fibre Channel adapter warranty to 10Gb Ethernet products.
Press Release, December 8, 2011
Nicor sale clears regulators, but pipe repair warranty sales doesn't.
Crain's Chicago Business, December 7, 2011
Should you get an extended warranty on pricey electronics?
Toronto Globe and Mail, December 7, 2011
Warranty Life launches in one of the largest retail chains in Canada.
Press Release, December 7, 2011
Cross Country Home Services expanding Anderson SC call center.
Greenville News, December 6, 2011
Buffalo Technology lengthens AirStation warranty to 3 years.
Press Release, December 6, 2011
How extended warranties work on credit cards.
credit.com, December 5, 2011
New warranty requirements commence in Australia on 1 January 2012.
DibbsBarker, December 5, 2011
Know the answers before you buy an extended warranty.
CBS MoneyWatch, December 5, 2011
Mack to honor extended warranty claims on 6th Ave. Electronics policies that Mack administered.
Woodbridge Patch, December 5, 2011
Buying guide to the AppleCare Protection Plan.
Macworld, December 2, 2011
Sears.com changes default choice for extended warranties online.
Boston Herald, December 2, 2011
Appliance repairman Michael Henderson Jr. failed by Better Business Bureau.
WSOC-TV Charlotte NC, December 2, 2011
Getting gadgets for the holidays? A guide to insurance and warranties.
Insure.com, December 1, 2011
Will I lose my warranty now that Saab GB has gone into administration?
This Is Money, December 1, 2011
Warranty Direct UK offers 25% discount on Saab extended warranties.
Press Release, December 1, 2011
Jeffrey P. Teuscher promoted to VP of Sales at American Auto Guardian.
Press Release, December 1, 2011

November 2011

Santander Consumer Finance to promote RAC Warranty to its car dealers.
Motor Trader, November 30, 2011
Satellite warranty firms ordered to shut down by UK regulators.
Compliancy Services, November 30, 2011
Boston Scientific adds extended warranties for new line of defibrillators.
Press Release, November 30, 2011
MyGownPreservation.com adds 100-year warranty on preserved wedding gowns.
Press Release, November 30, 2011
Counterfeit goods strangle legitimate trade in east Africa.
Financial Times, November 29, 2011
Hino Trucks makes Allison Transmission its preferred supplier.
Press Release, November 29, 2011
FreeWarranty.com, a new web portal, doubles a product's warranty.
New York Times, November 28, 2011
Domestic & General extends & broadens partnership with Indesit.
Press Release, November 25, 2011
Shop assistant forged warranty applications to claim extra commission.
Coventry Telegraph, November 24, 2011
Peugeot puts its faith in new four-year warranty in Ireland.
Cork Independent, November 24, 2011
Some Black Friday bargains in the U.S. have no warranty in Canada.
Hamilton (ON) Spectator, November 23, 2011
Nokia Care Protect offers extended warranties in Pakistan.
Sense Applied, November 23, 2011
Yamaha doubles UK warranty period for commercial outboard users.
BYM News, November 23, 2011
Don Dodge Joins Warranty Life advisory board.
Press Release, November 23, 2011
A.M. Best affirms A- rating of Virginia Surety Company Inc.
Press Release, November 22, 2011
Daktronics net income falls as warranty claims rise.
Press Release, November 22, 2011 (PDF file)
Chartis points out importance of extended service plans for holiday shoppers.
Press Release, November 22, 2011
Consider getting insurance if you plan to buy a smartphone.
WXYZ-TV Detroit, November 22, 2011
eBay UK gives shoppers option to buy SquareTrade warranties.
TameBay Forum, November 22, 2011
Over 4,000 Abilene homes enrolled in water/sewer line warranty program.
Abilene (TX) Reporter-News, November 21, 2011
When & why a product warranty may be invalid.
Economic Times, November 21, 2011
Worth Ave. Group says buyers confuse warranties with insurance.
Press Release, November 21, 2011
CarSafe brings back the "expiring warranty" postcards.
Washington Post, November 20, 2011
Customer discovers his lifetime warranty was for labor only.
Louisville Courier-Journal, November 20, 2011
Lifetime warranty ends with bankruptcy of manufacturer.
Hartford Courant, November 19, 2011
GHO Homes announces partnership with 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty.
Press Release, November 19, 2011
Apple gives buyers 30 days to purchase AppleCare+ iPhone warranty.
Apple Insider, November 18, 2011
Regentsmead partners with Build-Zone for structural warranty program.
Press Release, November 18, 2011
FreeWarranty.com doubles product warranties, offers price comparisons.
Press Release, November 17, 2011
ACC RV Warranty Group to add free tire coverage to its service contracts.
Press Release, November 17, 2011
Plextor M3S Series solid state drives get 5-year warranties.
Press Release, November 16, 2011
RediHeat lengthens warranty for heated pizza and food delivery bags.
Press Release, November 16, 2011
Ricoh India chooses Accel Frontline as its warranty & service partner.
IT VAR News, November 16, 2011
InHouse Home Warranty shuts its doors, owner Brock Kuchynka says.
KTVK-TV Phoenix, November 15, 2011
Hyundai Sonata hybrid gets 10-yr/200,000 km powertrain warranty in Korea.
Chosun Ilbo, November 14, 2011
ZAP Jonway offers 5-yr. drivetrain warranty on vehicles sold in China.
Press Release, November 14, 2011
Vets-Cars Group launches Vets-Shield Vehicle Service Contract Program.
Auto Remarketing, November 14, 2011
Confusion reigns over warranty of Seasonic power supply bought from Scan.
Computer Active, November 14, 2011
Johnson County cities join sewer and water line insurance pitch.
Kansas City Star, November 13, 2011
Centrica's Direct Energy acquires Home Warranty of America for $48m.
Press Release, November 11, 2011
Service contract risk management: What you may not know.
Fulcrum Effect Blog, November 11, 2011
Italian Competition Authority probes Apple over iPod and iPad warranties.
Portolano Colella Cavallo Studio Legale, November 11, 2011 (PDF file)
Whirlpool Corporation celebrates its 100th anniversary.
Press Release, November 11, 2011
Electronic commerce site Ebuyer signs partnership with SquareTrade.
Press Release, November 10, 2011
When it might be worth it to buy an extended warranty.
WSFA-TV Montgomery AL, November 10, 2011
SquareTrade launches extended warranty service in the UK.
Press Release, November 9, 2011
Boston MBTA settles suit against Rocla Concrete Ties for $6m.
Commonwealth Magazine, November 9, 2011
Vehicle Services and owner Steven Chapa settle with Missouri for $25k.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, November 9, 2011
Cooper Tire pumps up RS3-A high-performance tire warranty.
Tire Business, November 8, 2011
Fleet management company can help manage warranties too.
Contracting Business News, November 8, 2011
Santander Consumer Finance adds GAP to its Warranty Group partnership.
Automotive Management, November 8, 2011
Richard Mille lengthens warranty on watches from 3 to 5 years.
Press Release, November 7, 2011
Five credit cards that cover purchases with extended warranties.
Main Street, November 7, 2011
Sealy inspector uses string & gauge to deny mattress warranty claim.
Louisville Courier-Journal, November 6, 2011
Peugeot offers 4-year warranty and roadside recovery in Ireland.
Irish Independent, November 6, 2011
AIG's CEO mentions "management action" to deal with unprofitable warranty program.
Earnings Call Transcript, November 4, 2011
Tempe's new Service Line Protection Program costs $12 a month.
Arizona Republic, November 4, 2011
What does it mean to have a 30-year shingle on your roof?
Belfast (ME) Village Soup, November 4, 2011
Chevrolet turns 100 years old on November 3.
Chevy Culture, November 3, 2011
Fake iPads flood market as scammers target top technology gift.
Bloomberg News, November 3, 2011
National Machinery lengthens Formax basic & drivetrain warranties.
Press Release, November 3, 2011
Flooring Store Online offers lifetime warranty on cork flooring.
Press Release, November 3, 2011
Rainmaker customer renews multiple existing service contract deals.
Press Release, November 3, 2011
Warranty costs hurt Itron.
Zacks Equity Research, November 2, 2011
Not all luggage warranties are created equal.
Peter Greenberg Travel News, November 2, 2011
New Ford warranty deal in Ireland.
Galway Independent, November 2, 2011
Affymetrix's CEO says lower warranty expenses boosted gross margins.
Earnings Call Transcript, November 2, 2011
Finding the root cause of PC board failures is rarely easy.
PCB Design 007, November 2, 2011
Inace has its Boat Show booth seized over warranty dispute.
So. Florida Business Journal, November 2, 2011
Nicor Gas no longer uses its own call centers to sell warranties.
Earnings Call Transcript, November 1, 2011
Report lists "5 bad deals in extended warranties for holiday shoppers."
The Consumerist, November 1, 2011
How to pursue a warranty dispute in Ontario Small Claims Court.
Meaford (ON) Independent, November 1, 2011

October 2011

Chinese auto industry & consumers wrangle over new warranty law.
China Daily, October 31, 2011
CNA Specialty increases net written premium, expenses rise, income falls.
Press Release, October 31, 2011
Transcontinental Warranty executives get 5 years in prison for fraud.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, October 31, 2011
Wentzville rejects warranty contract with Utility Service Partners.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, October 31, 2011
TP-Link offers 2-year warranty on consumer, 5-year on business network gear.
Press Release, October 31, 2011
Specialty Equipment Market Assn. wants FTC to define aftermarket parts.
Tire Business, October 28, 2011
New regulations for warranties against defects coming in 2012.
Norton Rose Australia, October 28, 2011
Higer adds 5-year driveline warranty for buses and coaches sold in Australia.
Australian Bus and Coach, October 28, 2011
IBC Solar extends PV module product warranties to 10 years.
PV Tech, October 27, 2011
Video: What to know about extended vs. lifetime warranties.
WALA-TV Mobile AL, October 27, 2011
Ferrari launches 7-year maintenance program in Australia and New Zealand.
Prestige Way, October 27, 2011
Daimler says higher Mercedes-Benz quality led to lower warranty expenses.
Press Release, October 27, 2011
Austrian state of Vorarlberg has one-stop-shop for electric car ownership.
Plug-in Cars, October 26, 2011
Bounce Energy to sell electric line and air conditioning system warranties.
Press Release, October 26, 2011
Ford sees higher material costs & warranty expenses in third quarter.
Press Release, October 26, 2011 (PDF file)
Vauxhall to keep lifetime warranty, but Opel is scrapping the deal.
What Car?, October 26, 2011
Ford falls from 10th to 20th in Consumer Reports 2011 Annual Auto Survey.
Press Release, October 25, 2011
Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Assn. asks FTC to probe warranty tie-ins.
Press Release, October 25, 2011
Omni-ID launches 3-Year product warranty program on RFID tags.
Press Release, October 25, 2011
Solar scammers preying on Queensland households.
Energy Matters, October 24, 2011
Ford Ireland ties warranty extensions to annual dealer servicing.
Sunday Independent, October 23, 2011
Adam Systems completes Ford's One Warranty Solution certification.
Press Release, October 21, 2011
Consumer Reports says extended warranties don't pay for major appliances.
Press Release, October 21, 2011
SsangYong?s new Korando SUV has 5-year unlimited mileage warranty.
Hucknall (UK) Dispatch, October 21, 2011
VPG's MV-1, New York City's newest taxicab, carries a factory warranty.
Press Release, October 21, 2011
Amendments to Home Building Act passed by New South Wales Parliament.
ABC News (Australia), October 20, 2011
NEW named a "Great Place to Work" by Washingtonian Magazine.
Press Release, October 20, 2011
Global Warranty Group signs Evolve III for warranty & service contracts.
Press Release, October 20, 2011
Fidelity CEO says home warranties made $20m revenue, $2m pretax earnings.
Earnings Call Transcript, October 20, 2011
Flextronics logistics, repair and warranty business is growing.
Earnings Call Transcript, October 20, 2011
Know your home warranty insurance terms and conditions.
Chilliwack (BC) Times, October 20, 2011
Worth Ave. Group prefers iPhone insurance over extended warranties.
Insurance Business Review, October 19, 2011
Virginia Surety and EZShield add expense reimbursement to ID Protection Services.
Press Release, October 19, 2011 (PDF file)
City of Atlanta offers water and sewer line warranties.
WXIA-TV Atlanta, October 19, 2011
American Financial Group chairman Carl Lindner Jr. passes away.
Cincinnati Enquirer, October 18, 2011
Oracle agrees to acquire Endeca Technologies Inc.
Press Release, October 18, 2011
Camstar Systems helps Enterasys Networks reduce warranty costs.
Press Release, October 18, 2011
McCusker & Co. of the Caribbean names Cameron Laufer director of operations.
Press Release, October 18, 2011
Linda Gottschalk joins ProtectCell leadership team.
Press Release, October 18, 2011
Drop test: Apple iPhone 4S vs. Samsung Galaxy S II.
9 to 5 Mac, October 17, 2011
SquareTrade to handle warranty service for Purchasing Power employee purchase program.
Press Release, October 17, 2011
Sovello introduces a new performance warranty for its solar modules.
Press Release, October 17, 2011
Fronius extends 20-year inverter warranty offer until end of 2011.
Solar Power Portal, October 17, 2011
Daimler Trucks North America drops "Diesel" from Detroit Diesel name.
Trucking Info, October 17, 2011
Town of Huntington Woods urges homeowners to buy sewer line warranties.
Detroit Free Press, October 17, 2011
Santa Rosa worries about Solyndra's 25-year warranty on solar panels.
Santa Rosa Press Democrat, October 16, 2011
iPhone 4S insurance and warranty plans compared.
iPhone FAQ, October 14, 2011
Family unhappy with Verizon's iPhone extended warranty.
KGO-TV San Francisco, October 14, 2011
Russia's Federal Anti-Monopoly Service probes auto warranty rules.
Moscow Times, October 14, 2011
U.S. Congressman wants EPA to test effects of 15% ethanol gasoline.
Press Release, October 14, 2011
SEC issues guidance on disclosure of cyber security incidents.
CF Disclosure Guidance, October 13, 2011
Design problems sent wind turbine maker Proven Energy into bankruptcy.
Recharge News, October 13, 2011
Best Buy Black Tie extended warranty has customer seeing red.
Chicago Tribune, October 13, 2011
Global Warranty Group launches PhoneRetriever app for smartphones.
Press Release, October 13, 2011
Bankrupt Solyndra spells warranty trouble for customers.
Press Release, October 12, 2011
Teleplan Prague to hire more Filipinos in its Czech Republic facility.
Press Release, October 12, 2011
New Zealand's Methven offers 20-year warranty on plumbing fixtures.
Press Release, October 12, 2011
UK supplier calls 5-year boiler extended warranties misleading.
H&V News, October 12, 2011
Sukkah Depot offers 3-year warranties on temporary holiday shelters.
WNYC, October 12, 2011
Sennheiser files 12 lawsuits against headphone counterfeiters.
Press Release, October 11, 2011
Sprint to drop Total Equipment Protection for iPhone 4S?
IT Pro Portal, October 11, 2011
Eaton announces service replacement program for hybrid electric batteries.
Press Release, October 11, 2011
PPT Vision offers extended warranties on cameras and system hardware.
Press Release, October 11, 2011
Leviton and Ford debut Focus Electric Home Charging Station.
Press Release, October 10, 2011
Top five Apple iPhone 4S extended warranty options compared.
Gotta Be Mobile, October 10, 2011
VW says warranty costs are dropping 10% a year.
USA Today, October 10, 2011
Cirrus Research offers 15-year warranty on noise measurement equipment. (b)
Environmental Technology, October 10, 2011
Replacement warranty for Aakash tablet raises unit price by $14.
Economic Times, October 9, 2011
Samsung Engineering backs precast cement tunnels with 80-year warranty.
Trade Arabia, October 9, 2011
Brockton High School's new field turf gets a 15-year warranty.
Brockton MA Enterprise, October 9, 2011
Oven use & care guides warn against aluminum foil linings.
Consumer Reports, October 7, 2011
Oreck offers lifetime warranty on Forever Series vacuums.
Press Release, October 7, 2011
Aakash, cheapest tablet computer, launched for students in India.
Economic Times, October 6, 2011
HP moving its Authorised Warranty Programme into Services One.
Channel Register (UK), October 6, 2011
Reporter evaluates transferable product warranties & extended warranties.
Ottawa Citizen, October 6, 2011
Nordica USA to pay civil penalty of $214,000 for defective skis.
Associated Press, October 6, 2011
Sports Authority has a new warranty plan for electronics and equipment.
Consumer Search, October 5, 2011
DataWind's Aakash tablet, priced at Rs.2,999 (US$61), covered by a one-year warranty.
Outlook India, October 5, 2011
Better Business Bureau gives Insured Auto Warranty an A+ rating.
Press Release, October 5, 2011
Extended warranties among the credit card perks nobody knows about.
CardRatings.com, October 5, 2011
Apple opens condolence page in memory of co-founder Steve Jobs.
Web page, October 5, 2011
New AppleCare+ iPhone extended warranty covers accidental damage.
Macworld, October 4, 2011
SsangYong Korando launches in the UK with 5-year warranty.
Fleet News, October 4, 2011
Solarwatt AG lengthens product warranties from five to ten years.
Press Release, October 4, 2011
Abilene, Texas to offer water and sewer pipe warranties.
Abilene Reporter-News, October 4, 2011
NHTSA upgrades Saturn Ion power steering investigation.
Detroit News, October 3, 2011
Warranty details for 2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas released.
Sports Car Illustrated, October 3, 2011
Judge sends Boston MBTA dispute over rail tie warranty to jury trial.
Commonwealth Magazine, October 3, 2011
Warrantywise releases results of vehicle service contract buyer survey.
Press Release, October 3, 2011
New "expiring warranty" postcard received in Ohio.
New Philadelphia (OH) Times Reporter, October 2, 2011
How retailers can benefit from forming a captive insurance company.
Smart Business, October 1, 2011

September 2011

IMR Research charts dealer share of non-warranty work by vehicle age.
Aftermarket News, September 30, 2011
Land Rover?s certified pre-owned warranty program goes in-house.
Auto Remarketing, September 30, 2011
ICC judge tells Nicor to stop marketing pipe repair warranties.
Chicago Tribune, September 30, 2011
Anti-theft experts reveal how to spot a water-damaged vehicle.
Hometown Life, September 29, 2011
Warranty work for $70 Weed Eater costs $50 for an evaluation.
KJRH-TV Tulsa, September 29, 2011
Tallinn officials require tree planters to provide 2-year warranties.
Estonian Public Broadcasting, September 29, 2011
Carphone Warehouse in trouble for calling extended warranty a service plan.
The Drum (UK), September 28, 2011
Boston Fire Dept. improves fleet management, does some warranty work itself.
Boston Daily, September 28, 2011
Ford pulls TV ad criticizing GM & Chrysler auto bailouts.
Detroit News, September 27, 2011
Thomas Clack accused of running paving scam in four states.
WCIV-TV Charleston SC, September 27, 2011
China's General Administration of Quality Supervision releases draft auto warranty law.
China Daily, September 26, 2011
Guidant to pay $9.25 million fine for overbilling on warranty work.
Associated Press, September 26, 2011
Exhibition designer blames subcontractors for breakdowns and leaks.
Philadelphia Inquirer, September 25, 2011
Sewer line warranty program set to launch in Quincy IL.
Quincy Herald-Whig, September 25, 2011
How The Warranty Group manages risk to maximize return on investments.
Bank Systems & Technology, 11-Sep
Vehicle Protection Association elects new board members.
Press Release, September 23, 2011
Ford won?t rule out 5-year warranty in the UK.
Car Dealer magazine, September 23, 2011
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc smartphone users report cracks on the handset.
The Inquirer, September 22, 2011
Alberta court says Brick Protection's extended warranties not insurance.
FMC Law, September 22, 2011 (PDF file)
Tarsus Technologies launches accidental damage protection in South Africa.
Press Release, September 22, 2011
Rheem customer discovers Canadian and U.S. warranty differences.
CTV National News, September 22, 2011
Global Warranty Group signs service contract deal with Hoffco Distribution.
Press Release, September 22, 2011
What to look for in a prepaid maintenance plan.
WXYZ-TV Detroit, September 22, 2011
What to look for in a home warranty program.
Henderson Press, September 22, 2011
Earth Tech introduces Sinkhole Stabilization Warranty.
Press Release, September 22, 2011
Home Warranty of America named to the 2011 Inc. 5000 list.
Press Release, September 21, 2011
RoofScreen Manufacturing increases solar warranty to 20 years.
Press Release, September 21, 2011
RJE International voyage recorder beacons have 5-year warranty.
Press Release, September 21, 2011
Cirrus Research offers 15-year warranty on noise measurement equipment.
Press Release, September 20, 2011
Prius plug-in's battery gets 10-year, 150,000-mile warranty in California.
New York Times, September 20, 2011
Court says arbitration not mandatory for Porsche warranty claims.
Reuters, September 20, 2011
Gwinnett County & GM sign agreement for warranty work on its fleet.
Duluth Weekly, September 20, 2011
FEMA says flood-damaged appliances, HVAC may have to be replaced.
Press Release, September 20, 2011
Replacement of Boston T's defective rail ties a year ahead of schedule.
Boston Globe, September 19, 2011
Husqvarna to end Yazoo/Kees brand name but warranties will continue.
Press Release, September 19, 2011
Vehicle service contracts: Are they worth it?
KGO-TV San Francisco, September 19, 2011
Airbag warranty claims prompt Hyundai Veracruz & Santa Fe recalls.
Detroit News, September 16, 2011
Sniffing out a flood-damaged car.
Bankrate.com, September 16, 2011
JLT Mobile Computers extends its warranty to three years.
Press Release, September 15, 2011 (PDF file)
Do longer warranties make onboard navigation more costly than portable units?
Extreme Tech, September 15, 2011
Lantronix says gross profit margin fell as warranty expenses rose.
Press Release, September 15, 2011
Asurion and NEW partner with PlumChoice for support & service contracts.
Press Release, September 14, 2011
South Korean Fair Trade Commission makes Apple revise iPhone warranty.
Apple Insider, September 14, 2011
RAC Warranty says used car dealers need variable warranty durations.
Fleet World, September 14, 2011
Is gadget insurance worth it?
Reuters Money, September 13, 2011
Preferred Warranties recognizes tech service manager Ken Delaney.
Press Release, September 13, 2011
NHTSA probes 14,208 warranty claims for Chrysler minivan headlights.
Detroit News, September 12, 2011
Warranty Direct adds "disappearing deductible" to its vehicle service contracts.
Press Release, September 12, 2011
HomeServe plc hosts seminar focusing on its USA business.
Press Release, September 12, 2011
Smarter Warranty America aims sprinkler service contracts at contractors.
Lawn & Landscape, September 12, 2011
VW says its warranty costs are dropping about 10% a year.
USA Today, September 12, 2011
Mercedes-Benz Thailand dealers won't do warranty work on grey market imports.
Bangkok Post, September 12, 2011
Dell to repair broken Alienware hinges regardless of warranty status.
PC Advisor, September 9, 2011
Constant Aviation becomes an Embraer authorized service center.
Press Release, September 9, 2011
Carl-Peter Forster, CEO of Tata Motors, resigns after 18 months.
Reuters India, September 9, 2011
Malaysian Airline System sued by GIRO Warranty House International.
Malaysia Business Times, September 9, 2011
Baxi offers 5-year boiler warranty to those who register online.
Press Release, September 9, 2011
Lawsuit alleges US Fidelis financier Mepco was in on the scam.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, September 8, 2011
FBI agents execute search warrant at bankrupt solar company Solyndra.
Oakland Tribune, September 8, 2011
Southwest Windpower offers lifetime warranty for small wind turbines.
Press Release, September 8, 2011
HomeServe outlines plans for expansion in the US.
The Independent, September 8, 2011
Saab denied bankruptcy protection by Swedish court.
Associated Press, September 8, 2011
Saab Automobile AB files for voluntary bankruptcy reorganization.
Press Release, September 7, 2011
VW says warranty costs have fallen every year since 2005.
Detroit News, September 7, 2011
Seagrave Fire Apparatus repairman remembers 9/11's impact on FDNY.
Lawrenceville Patch, September 7, 2011
REC beefs up solar panel warranty, wins 2011 Solar Industry Award.
Energy Matters, September 7, 2011
PTC acquires warranty management software vendor 4CS Solutions Inc.
Press Release, September 6, 2011
Brick case defines boundary between insurance and extended warranty.
International Law Office, September 6, 2011
City of Cresco, Iowa, authorizes sewer line warranty program.
Cresco Times, September 6, 2011
Canon Europe offers additional year of warranty on XF Pro Camcorders.
Pro Kit, September 6, 2011
First Solar extends workmanship warranty to 10 years.
Press Release, September 6, 2011
Game and Gamestation stop selling pre-owned Xbox 360 consoles.
Eurogamer, September 5, 2011
Dimplex offers 10-year warranty on its solar PV panels.
Eco Friend News, September 5, 2011
Printacom adds 3-year on-site warranty for Oki printers in South Africa.
Press Release, September 5, 2011
MSX International expands its warranty management business.
Detroit Free Press, September 4, 2011
UK's OFT probes whether consumers get good value from extended warranties.
This Is Money, September 4, 2011
ServicePower Technologies earnings report reflects "strategic transformation."
Proactive Investors, September 2, 2011
Vauxhall seeks oldest car with under 100,000 miles & original owner.
Press Release, September 2, 2011
EU enforces its Block Exemption Rules against Hyundai
Car Dealer magazine, September 2, 2011
Tim Kinsella joins PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services.
Press Release, September 2, 2011
U.S. can sue First Choice over defective Zylon body armor.
Courthouse News Service, September 2, 2011
China Sunergy Co. extends warranty on solar modules to 10 years.
Press Release, September 2, 2011
Solar-panel maker Solyndra shuts its doors; warranties uncertain.
Denver Business Journal, September 1, 2011
J.D. Power report finds heavy-duty truck engine quality improving.
Press Release, September 1, 2011
BBB Auto Line service turns 30 years old.
Press Release, September 1, 2011
Trinidad to allow import of 6-year-old cars, requires 3-month warranty.
Trinidad Express, September 1, 2011

August 2011

Murthy, Karim & Blischke publish "Warranty Data Collection and Analysis."
Springer Books, August 31, 2011
FTC returns almost $3.2 million to auto warranty robocall victims.
Press Release, August 31, 2011
FDA panel wants implant warranty to be linked to joining registry.
Reuters, August 31, 2011
Atlanta to offer homeowners warranty plan for water leaks.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution, August 31, 2011
Cube 24/7 closes, but the credit card companies may honor warranties.
Computer Active, August 30, 2011
Commonality requirement derails class action suit over used car credit fees.
Workplace Class Action Blog, August 30, 2011
Michigan lawmakers propose pet warranty.
Pet Product News, August 30, 2011
Sainty Solar lengthens product warranties from 5 to 10 years.
Press Release, August 30, 2011
Take time to check roofers' references, reputation, and warranties.
WDAF-TV Kansas City MO, August 29, 2011
Attorneys talk warranty requirements under Australian Consumer Law.
Gadens Lawyers update, August 29, 2011
VW shortens US warranties and sees warranty costs drop 10%.
USA Today, August 28, 2011
Some Australian solar installers leave buyers without warranty protection.
Adelaide Advertiser, August 27, 2011
What to do if you drop your cell phone in water: Find some rice.
Money Talks, August 26, 2011
If Hurricane Irene wrecks your home, don't botch the repair job.
Allentown Morning Call, August 26, 2011
To purchase or not: Home warranties.
Kudzu.com, August 26, 2011
Growing number of home sellers offer to buy home warranty plans.
Chicago Daily Herald, August 26, 2011
McCusker & Co. names Rob Howe president and chief operating officer.
Press Release, August 26, 2011
Assurant Solutions gets RadioShack's Signature Vendor Award.
Press Release, August 25, 2011
Renogy's PV solar panels now insured by Chubb.
Press Release, August 25, 2011
Abstract of CALCE's probe of Toyota unintended acceleration.
Circuit World, August 24, 2011
New trade-in GAP policies could boost customer loyalty.
Automotive News, August 24, 2011
Steve Jobs Resigns as CEO of Apple.
Press Release, August 24, 2011
Dealer service manager talks extended warranties, out-of-warranty work.
Popular Mechanics, August 24, 2011
Nissan truck owners upset over transmission failures, warranty.
New York Times, August 24, 2011
Kia Canada chooses Reynolds and Reynolds for dealership management system.
Press Release, August 24, 2011
Probe of Toyota acceleration finds tin whiskers that can cause shorts.
Safety Research & Strategies, August 23, 2011
My Tech Online accused of telemarketing scam with extended warranties.
KGW-TV Portland, August 23, 2011
HP to support all its PC warranties for their full durations.
IDG News, August 22, 2011
Lining Samsung oven with aluminum foil voids its warranty.
The Consumerist, August 22, 2011
Pedro Rodriguez joins Chartis warranty division as director of business development.
Crain's New York Business, August 21, 2011
Wattayah Motors offers 5-year warranty on VW Touareg during Ramadan.
Press Release, August 20, 2011
HMS Home Warranty president cited as one of business journal?s "40 Under 40."
Press Release, August 19, 2011
FTC seeks public comment on consumer product warranty rules.
Press Release, August 18, 2011
HP to discontinue TouchPad and webOS phones and may divest PC business.
Press Release, August 18, 2011
Car Care Plan gets "Warranty Provider of the Year" award.
Press Release, August 18, 2011
Customers accuse Apple Store in China of selling used iPhones as new.
People's Daily, August 18, 2011
GM says its bankruptcy should bar Impala suit over suspension rods.
Detroit News, August 17, 2011
CXtec refurbished networking equipment now covered by lifetime warranty.
Press Release, August 17, 2011
Interstate National Corp. appoints Mark Mishler as CEO.
Press Release, August 16, 2011
SquareTrade wins the 2011 Golden Bridge Award for Best Customer Satisfaction.
Press Release, August 16, 2011
Panasonic lengthens warranty on its PT-DZ570 projectors to 5 years.
Press Release, August 16, 2011
ABB & General Motors test Chevy Volt hybrid battery re-use.
Raleigh News & Observer, August 15, 2011
Canadian Solar's warranty now provides a linear performance guarantee.
Press Release, August 15, 2011
JinkoSolar covers its Quantum-1 modules with a 10-year warranty.
Press Release, August 15, 2011
Renault UK lengthens warranty on all models to 3 years/100,000 miles.
Press Release, August 15, 2011
NHTSA probes 2008 Mazda CX-9 SUV brake warranty claims.
Reuters, August 14, 2011
Don?t buy extended vehicle warranties offered through the mail.
Bangor Daily News, August 13, 2011
AGCO licenses 4CS iWarranty Service Intelligence and Supplier Warranty modules.
Press Release, August 12, 2011
Extended warranties should be part of all powersports dealerships.
Powersports Business, August 12, 2011
Insured Auto Warranty announces exclusionary extended warranty plan.
Press Release, August 12, 2011
Nissan Leaf battery?s 5-year warranty doesn't cover degradation.
Auto Express, August 11, 2011
Revent Inc. selects 4CS Service Management Solution to better manage support.
Press Release, August 11, 2011
Olympus cameras cost more in Australia, but the warranty is longer.
Sydney Morning Herald, August 11, 2011
FEI-Zyfer doubles warranty coverage from one year to two years.
Press Release, August 11, 2011
All City Environmental adds 12-year warranty to mold remediation service.
Press Release, August 11, 2011
Consumer Reports shares evidence confirming benefits of service contracts.
Press Release, August 10, 2011
Ford and SunPower to provide rooftop solar systems to Focus Electric owners.
Press Release, August 10, 2011
Antonio Neri promoted to VP and GM of HP Technology Services.
CRN, August 10, 2011
NEW and ITOCHU Corp. form product protection partnership in Japan.
Press Release, August 10, 2011
FTC explains when auto dealers and OEMs can refuse warranty claims.
Auto Remarketing, August 9, 2011
HP India gives LaserJet printers a 1-year on-site warranty.
Press Release, August 9, 2011
Capstone's CEO says warranty expenses are higher than anticipated.
Earnings call transcript, August 9, 2011
Better Business Bureau gets calls about HomeServe USA mailing.
Beauregard (LA) Daily News, August 9, 2011
Brantford Transit may dump its Blue Bird buses from the fleet.
Brantford (ON) Expositor, August 9, 2011
Midas honors lifetime warranty on muffler purchased in 1962.
WITI-TV Milwaukee, August 8, 2011
Go Car Warranty teams with Kwik-Fit for auto extended warranty package.
Press Release, August 8, 2011
Redington Gulf to provide warranty services for Tripp Lite in Middle East.
Press Release, August 8, 2011
Most new appliances come with lean warranties.
Cleveland Plain Dealer, August 6, 2011
NHTSA says warranty claims show failure rate was too low to need recall.
Detroit News, August 5, 2011
Dunlop extends truck tire warranty to six years.
Tire Review, August 5, 2011
Seagate denies rumor that they are slashing warranties.
After Dawn, August 5, 2011
Seagate rumored to be shortening its hard disk warranties.
After Dawn, August 4, 2011
Cisco says some warranty CDs take users to known malware site.
Help Net Security, August 4, 2011
Regal Beloit says higher warranty costs hurt quarterly profits.
Press Release, August 4, 2011 (PDF file)
Force Protection sees increased warranty costs and lower gross margins.
Press Release, August 4, 2011
Powerwave Technologies CEO discusses higher than expected warranty costs.
Earnings call transcript, August 4, 2011
Maryland Consumer Protection Division fines US Fidelis $25 million.
Press Release, August 4, 2011
Sachtler and Vinten announce new warranty packages.
Press Release, August 4, 2011
Safety Vision to honor all ICOP warranties issued since April 2010.
Press Release, August 4, 2011
Debenhams & Morphy Richards point fingers over kettle warranty.
Irish Independent, August 4, 2011
ROM lengthens warranty for roll-up doors, cargo trays & LED lights.
Press Release, 11-Aug
Conn's Inc. and Assurant Solutions renew service plan partnership.
Press Release, August 3, 2011
Warrantech renews its lease at the Airport Center in Bedford, Texas.
Dallas Business Journal, August 3, 2011
Labor costs on warranty claims pressure machinery dealers.
Farm Weekly, August 2, 2011
Touchstone Home Products offers extended warranties for TV Lift Cabinets.
Press Release, August 2, 2011
National Vehicle Protection Services certified by Vehicle Protection Association.
Press Release, August 1, 2011
It's the day of reckoning when the car warranty runs out.
Detroit Free Press, August 1, 2011
Warranty claims trigger NHTSA probe of Ford Fusion & Mercury Milan.
Detroit News, August 1, 2011
Galaxy Microsystems lengthens graphics card warranties from 2 to 3 years.
Press Release, August 1, 2011
Shuttle Computer offers 3-year warranty and free lifetime support.
Press Release, August 1, 2011
QNAP Systems lengthens network server warranties to two years.
Press Release, August 1, 2011

July 2011

Tata Nano gets four-year/90,000 km warranty in Nepal.
Republica, July 30, 2011
The Warranty Group recruits regional managers from outside motor industry.
Fleet News, July 29, 2011
AmTrust Financial Services boosts quarterly dividend from 8 to 9 cents per share.
Press Release, July 29, 2011
Utility Service Partners wants to work with the Abilene City Council.
KTXS-TV Abilene TX, July 29, 2011
First American CEO says home warranties continue to perform well.
Earnings call transcript, July 29, 2011
Old Republic CEO sees home warranties turning increasingly more positive.
Earnings call transcript, July 28, 2011
Alberta Court of Appeal says extended warranties are not insurance.
Canadian Underwriter, July 28, 2011
Dell's server warranties extended up to 45 degrees Celsius.
Press Release, July 28, 2011
Asurion picks winners of cell phone destruction storytelling contest.
Press Release, July 28, 2011
McCusker & Co. retains Howe Consulting for mobile phone expertise.
Press Release, July 27, 2011
JM&A Group adds Term Care Select extended warranties for leased cars.
Auto Remarketing, July 27, 2011
Ford Ireland gives Transit van a four-year warranty.
Galway Independent, July 27, 2011
Moser Baer Solar Ltd. doubles PV module warranty to 10 years.
India Infoline News Service, July 27, 2011
Chaparral offers longer warranties to Sydney Boat Show customers.
Marine Business, July 26, 2011
FTC affirms use of recycled auto parts in warranty repairs.
Automotive Body Repair News, July 26, 2011
Jewelers Vigilance Committee recommends warranties for irradiated gemstones.
Press release, July 26, 2011
Sprint launches protection plan for netbooks, notebooks and tablets.
Press Release, July 26, 2011 (PDF file)
Firecom offers 5-year extended warranties on its ComCare systems.
Press Release, July 25, 2011 (PDF file)
Amazon temporarily suspends sales of Cosmo Black Nintendo 3DS.
CNN, July 25, 2011
Apple to replace faulty Seagate 1TB iMac hard drives.
Macworld, July 23, 2011
Fake Apple store is allegedly selling real products in Kunming, China.
China Daily, July 22, 2011
Dell claims its customer support has improved by 90%.
PC Pro, July 22, 2011
Arch Insurance underwrites GDI?s new Home Value Warranty.
Turlock (CA) Journal, July 22, 2011
Lifetime Auto Sales employees charged in extended warranty scam.
Buffalo News, July 22, 2011
Dealer disappointed Trinidad's used car warranty rules weren't strengthened.
Trinidad & Tobago Guardian, July 22, 2011
Newegg and Service Net renew extended warranty partnership.
Press Release, July 21, 2011
Old Republic Home Protection launches short sale home warranty website.
Press Release, July 21, 2011
Study finds fault with NHTSA-NASA Toyota acceleration report.
Safety Research & Strategies, July 21, 2011
Acer customer emails Taiwan, gets free repair on out-of-warranty laptop.
The Consumerist, July 21, 2011
Garmin adds extended warranty program for its avionics equipment.
Press Release, July 21, 2011
Whirlpool CEO says higher quality is driving down warranty costs.
Earnings Call Transcript, July 21, 2011
Johnson Controls releases some warranty reserves.
Press Release, July 20, 2011
Johnson Controls CEO sees favorable trends in his claims data.
Earnings Call Transcript, July 20, 2011
Heat & sun can damage LCD screens and warranties won't cover it.
St. Cloud Times, July 20, 2011
New Audi Complete package includes 5-year/90K-mile warranties.
Press Release, July 19, 2011
BMW USA releases three videos to help it sell extended warranties.
World Car Fans, July 19, 2011
Encompass Service Solutions signs deal with Universal Technical Services.
Press Release, July 19, 2011
Lower warranty costs help Polaris Industries raise gross profit margin.
Press Release, July 19, 2011
Navistar to sell truck and bus parts online at Amazon.com.
Press Release, July 18, 2011
Quincy MA endorses National League of Cities Service Line Warranty Program.
Quincy Herald Whig, July 18, 2011
What you need to know about home warranties.
Bank of America Mortgage News, July 17, 2011
Ford found pattern of fuel leaks in a small number of warranty claims.
Detroit News, July 16, 2011
Autoquake goes bankrupt, and its service contracts are worthless.
The Guardian (UK), July 16, 2011
Ohio changes lemon law on spare parts after Japanese earthquake.
Dayton Daily News, July 15, 2011
Consumer Insurance Services Ltd. keeps B++ rating at A.M. Best.
Press Release, July 15, 2011
Gentex Corp. receives supplier award from Chrysler Group.
Press Release, July 15, 2011
Global Warranty Group signs power tools division of distributor Orgill Inc.
Press Release, July 14, 2011
Congressman takes stand against E15 fuel and the ethanol mandate.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, July 14, 2011
Silicon Energy lengthens Cascade PV System warranties by 5 years.
Press Release, July 14, 2011
Suntech Power Holdings lengthens warranty from five to ten years.
Press Release, July 13, 2011
Professional-grade digital signs built better than consumer TVs.
QSR Web, July 13, 2011
Calif. Home Service Contract Assn. reports 3 million sales in 2010.
Press Release, July 13, 2011
HSA Home Warranty launches new webinar series for realtors.
Press Release, July 13, 2011
GWC Warranty Corp. and Southern Auto Finance Co. form strategic alliance.
Press Release, July 13, 2011
ACF Car Finance & RAC Warranty launch £175 service contract.
Press Release, July 13, 2011
ServicePower Technologies reports ?800,000 half-year profit.
Manchester Evening News, July 12, 2011
Fidelity National to pay $4.5 million fine for home warranty kickbacks.
Inman News, July 12, 2011
Home Warranty of America adds North Carolina as its 50th state.
Press Release, July 12, 2011
Warranty Direct Ltd. builds Britain's least reliable car.
Press Release, July 12, 2011 (Word file)
Billion Electric Co. extends BiPac router warranty by two years.
Press Release, July 12, 2011 (PDF file)
Which notebook brands offer the best and worst support?
Laptop Magazine, July 11, 2011
Eaton adds new Flex Reman line, ups warranty coverage
Truck News, July 11, 2011
What to know when shopping for a home warranty.
KTNV-TV Las Vegas, July 11, 2011
Future of electric cars hinges on better batteries.
San Jose Mercury News, July 10, 2011
Go Car Warranty launches UltimatePlus vehicle service contracts in UK.
Press Release, July 9, 2011
Dell document estimates 97% failure rate for one OptiPlex model.
The Register (UK), July 8, 2011
EPA approval of E15 may be mistake, witnesses tell House panel.
Oil & Gas Journal, July 8, 2011
CNPV Solar Power has linear performance warranty for photovoltaic products.
Press Release, July 8, 2011
Nissan Leaf test-driver constantly calculates trip distances.
Kansas City Star, July 8, 2011
Tarion registration is mandatory for homebuilders in Ontario.
Toronto Star, July 8, 2011
Missouri Attorney General helped draft new vehicle service contract law.
Legal Newsline, July 8, 2011
SCIC helped draft new Missouri licensing law for vehicle service contracts.
Press Release, July 7, 2011
Apple replaces stolen iPhone whose thief sent it in for warranty work.
Richmond (BC) Review, July 7, 2011
Netgear offers next-business-day on-site hardware replacements.
IT Wire, July 7, 2011
Extended warranties: good deal or scam?
Portsmouth (UK) News, July 7, 2011
PowerGuard underwrites solar energy performance warranties.
Press Release, July 7, 2011
Bosch Solar Energy extends warranties for solar modules.
PV Magazine, July 7, 2011
Wind turbines come to Home Depot with five-year warranties.
Mother Nature Network, July 7, 2011
Insurer BLP says new homes warranties are not working in the UK.
Press Release, July 7, 2011
GM offers free insurance on cars bought in Washington or Oregon.
CNN Money, July 6, 2011
12 automakers write letters warning of ethanol damage to engines.
Detroit Free Press, July 5, 2011
High Road Warranty service contracts sold by insurance brokers in Canada.
Press Release, July 5, 2011
Consumer Reports publishes Repair or Replace Survey.
Press Release, July 5, 2011
When is it time for a new appliance?
KTRK-TV Houston, July 5, 2011
Broken appliances: Repair or replace?
KOMO-TV Seattle, July 5, 2011
Peterbilt ranks highest in J.D. Power customer satisfaction survey.
Press Release, July 5, 2011
Former Jaguar Land Rover director joins We Predict as technical advisor.
Press Release, July 5, 2011
Kia hooks up general manager to lie detector for warranty Q&A.
Auto Evolution, July 5, 2011
Hyundai offers Five-year Triple Care package on entire UK product line.
What Car?, July 4, 2011
AT&T's Mobile Insurance program broadens to all iPhone models.
Mac Rumors, July 3, 2011
Lack of warranty & finance options hurt Chinese motorcycle sales.
Sai Gon Giai Phong, July 2, 2011
Man prefers buying electronics on the grey market without warranties.
Think Digit, July 1, 2011
Freightliner found electrical problem through warranty claims analysis.
Wall Street Journal, July 1, 2011
Contractors Bonding Ltd. acquires European Insurances Services Ltd.
London Post Online, July 1, 2011
Consumer with refurbished laptop says HP did a wonderful job.
The Consumerist, July 1, 2011
How to work with Electrolux to resolve leaking icemaker issue.
The Consumerist, July 1, 2011
Centrosolar lengthens line module warranty to 10 years.
Solar Power Portal, July 1, 2011
Fronius offers 20-year extended warranty for same price as 10-year.
Press Release, July 1, 2011
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers offers powertrain service warranties.
Press Release, July 1, 2011

June 2011

Shares in ServicePower surge after deal announced with unnamed US retailer.
Manchester Evening News, June 30, 2011
Global Warranty Group opens new service center in Boise, Idaho.
Press Release, June 30, 2011
Peterbilt, International & Kenworth ranks highest in Class 8 truck study.
Press Release, June 30, 2011
Cost of turning off "check engine" light averages $356.04 in U.S.
Detroit News, June 30, 2011
Swisstrax lengthens warranty on modular flooring to 15 years.
Press Release, June 30, 2011
Consumer rights protection law to take effect in Viet Nam on July 1.
Viet Nam Net Bridge, June 30, 2011
Warranty Direct paid $39.7 million in repair bills last year.
Press Release, June 29, 2011
American Home Shield settles class action alleging realtor payments.
Danbury (CT) News Times, June 29, 2011
Ride-a-Way to use 4CS iWarranty to manage service contracts and claims.
Press Release, June 29, 2011
New Texas law covers boat dealer-manufacturer agreements.
Trade Only Today, June 29, 2011
Administration a key factor in choosing an extended warranty provider.
Irish Trucker, June 29, 2011
EPA finalizes E15 gasoline/ethanol blend pump labeling requirements.
Press Release, June 28, 2011
Retailers warned to prepare for Australia's warranty defect law.
Photo & Imaging News, June 28, 2011
Michigan legislators introduce two extended warranty bills.
Mackinac Center for Public Policy, June 28, 2011
BBB logged hundreds of vehicle service contract complaints last year.
Press Release, June 28, 2011
Arizona's Registrar of Contractors can make homebuilders repair defects.
Arizona Republic, June 28, 2011
Solar panels had less hail damage than roof tiles, sales rep says.
WBIR-TV Knoxville, TN, June 27, 2011
American Home Shield says home warranties give buyer a measure of confidence.
Press Release, June 27, 2011
HomeServe renews ServicePower ServiceScheduling software contract.
Press Release, June 27, 2011
Photos of 15 useful items with a lifetime warranty.
Forbes, June 27, 2011
RAC Warranty says customers getting savvier about extended warranties.
Car Dealer magazine, June 27, 2011
HDTV Supply to sell Consumer Priority Service extended warranties.
Press Release, June 24, 2011
H.R. 2284, The Responsible Electronics Recycling Act of 2011, introduced.
Press Release, June 23, 2011
Ford plunges to 23rd in J.D. Power auto quality survey.
Bloomberg News, June 23, 2011
2011 U.S. Initial Quality Study finds drop in new model quality.
Press Release, June 23, 2011
Hyundai, Canon & Samsung among the Which? Awards winners.
Press Release, June 23, 2011
Manitoba government wants help drafting new home warranty laws.
Press Release, June 23, 2011
Manitoba government details Let?s Make a Better Deal strategy.
White Paper, June 23, 2011 (PDF file)
Follett Ice selects 4CS Service Lifecycle Management.
Press Release, June 23, 2011
Decorative window film now comes with a 12-year warranty.
Press Release, June 23, 2011
Chrysler Group says warranty claims dropped 58% since 2007.
Bloomberg News, June 22, 2011
The high cost of warranty for an auto repair shop.
Aftermarket Business, June 22, 2011
Warranty Direct offers free vehicle safety tests to UK drivers.
Press Release, June 22, 2011
Dexter Laundry offers lengthened warranties on washers & dryers.
Press Release, June 22, 2011
Cooley Commercial Graphics adds 5- and 7-year warranty options.
Press Release, June 22, 2011
Warrantify web service helps consumers manage warranties and receipts.
Press Release, June 21, 2011
MB&G says corporate fleets need to consider extended warranties.
Fleet News, June 21, 2011
Tandberg Data enhances service and warranty programs.
Press Release, June 21, 2011
KiwiRail takes Hyundai Rotem trains out of service for warranty work.
Wellington Scoop, June 21, 2011
Dell boosts printer warranty and support services.
CRN UK, June 20, 2011
Photron covers high speed camera products with 2-year warranty.
Press Release, June 20, 2011
Trina Solar lengthens product warranty to 10 years.
Press Release, June 20, 2011
Mondial Assistance China becomes Allianz Global Assistance China.
China Daily, June 20, 2011
Tamil Nadu government wants 3-year warranties on its giveaway laptops.
Deccan Chronicle (India), June 20, 2011
Accidental damage plan doesn't cover car running over laptop.
PC World, June 17, 2011
US Fidelis co-founders Darain and Cory Atkinson indicted.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, June 16, 2011
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America to keep its current warranty policies.
Commercial Carrier Journal, June 16, 2011
OC Transpo says 45 of 53 buses bought in 2008 have broken A/C units.
Ottawa Citizen, June 16, 2011
Circuit board manufacturers develop an anti-counterfeit tool kit.
Circuits Assembly, June 16, 2011
DuraLabel covers safety labels and printers with 5-year warranty.
Press Release, June 16, 2011
MSI now providing 3-year warranty in the UK.
Press Release, June 16, 2011
Queensland home warranty scheme helps buyers hit by builder's bankruptcy.
ABC News, June 16, 2011
Asurion survey finds 36% of parents buy handset insurance for kids' phones.
Press Release, June 15, 2011
Critic says Victorians being fleeced by builders warranty insurance.
The Age, June 15, 2011
Prestolite adds lifetime warranty for Multi-Layered Steel (MLS) head gaskets.
Aftermarket News, June 15, 2011
Avenview adds 3-year warranty program to its entire product line.
Press Release, June 15, 2011
BMW Financial Services eyes extended warranties for pre-owned cars.
Automotive News, June 15, 2011
Motor Codes wants industry feedback to revise used car code.
Car Dealer, June 14, 2011
Edmunds.com advises car owners how to avoid tire warranty problems.
Press Release, June 14, 2011
Auto House sells service contract that doesn't cover vehicle's turbo transmission.
WSOC-TV Charlotte NC, June 14, 2011
Cernium's new CEO is John Estrada, co-founder of ServiceBench.
Security Director News, June 14, 2011
SolarWorld lengthens PV module workmanship warranty from 5 to 10 years.
Press Release, June 14, 2011
Endeca Technologies announces Latitude 2 business intelligence platform.
Press Release, June 13, 2011
EU committee proposes lengthening one-year statutory limitation period for warranty claims.
International Law Office, June 13, 2011
Digital Projection International covers products with 3-year warranty.
Press Release, June 13, 2011
Pawn America offers 6-month extended service plans for 10% extra.
Minneapolis Star Tribune, June 12, 2011
Ford C-Max electric vehicle's battery gets a 10-year warranty.
Triple Pundit, June 10, 2011
GM's Certified Used Vehicles program gets new name and features.
Press Release, June 10, 2011
Shell offers 500,000-mile truck engine warranty with Rotella oil.
Fleet Owner, June 10, 2011
Apple doesn?t check customer ID before doing warranty work on iPhone.
Richmond (BC) Review, June 10, 2011
Dell & Service Net drop the ball on extended warranty repair.
The Consumerist, June 10, 2011
Accel Frontline to provide warranty service for Emerson Network Power in India.
Computer Reseller News, June 9, 2011
Do you need a home warranty?
Investopedia, June 9, 2011
CFV Solar Test Laboratory speeds up testing of solar panels.
Albuquerque Journal, June 8, 2011
C&D Technologies sees higher warranty costs in first quarter.
Press Release, June 8, 2011
SAS secures patents related to technology in SAS Warranty Analysis.
Press Release, June 7, 2011
Navistar's engine segment sees profits fall as warranty costs rise.
Press Release, June 7, 2011
WarrantyLife keeps track of purchase receipts & product warranties.
CNET News, June 7, 2011
Consumer Reports editor says use Facebook or Twitter to complain.
WLS-TV Chicago, June 7, 2011
Alberta government to make new home warranties mandatory.
Edmonton Journal, June 7, 2011
Boiler installers urged to check warranty's terms and conditions.
H&V News, June 7, 2011
Guardian Building Products gives decking a 10-year warranty.
Press Release, June 7, 2011
Lumber Liquidators lengthens Bellawood floor warranty to 100 years.
Press Release, June 7, 2011
Ford selects Telogis for next generation of Crew Chief telematics offering.
Press Release, June 7, 2011
Tata Motors Nano gets 4-year/90,000-km warranty in Sri Lanka.
Zig Wheels, June 6, 2011
Quaker State adds cash-back program to its specialty motor oil warranty.
Press Release, June 6, 2011
Enphase Energy M215 Series microinverters get 25-year warranties.
Press Release, June 6, 2011
Nedap Security Management lengthens warranties from 1 to 3 years.
Source Security, June 6, 2011
OWC offers 5-year warranty on consumer SATA 6Gb/s drives.
Storage Review, June 6, 2011
Enterprise Auto Protection mails postcards touting vehicle service contracts.
WBBH-TV Fort Myers FL, June 6, 2011
JinkoSolar's warranties underwritten by PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services.
Press Release, June 3, 2011
Most U.S. & Canadian auto warranties have the same duration.
Ottawa Citizen, June 3, 2011
Those who pay for Xbox repairs get one-year warranty extension.
The Consumerist, June 2, 2011
Assurance Group begins TV ad campaign for its extended warranties.
Press Release, June 2, 2011
Cardo Systems lengthens motorcycle helmet headset warranty to 2 years.
Press Release, June 2, 2011
Interstate National to administer Hyundai Assurance Program.
Press Release, June 1, 2011
General Motors Financial may enter extended warranty business.
Bloomberg News, June 1, 2011
Paul Anthony Hart guilty of defrauding National Auto Warranty Services.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, June 1, 2011
Darin French, convicted of warranty fraud, also convicted of mail fraud.
Reno Gazette-Journal, June 1, 2011
Mesh Computers is bankrupt; PC Peripherals assumes warranty liabilities.
ZDNet UK, June 1, 2011
Unified Marine offers lifetime warranty on marine parts and accessories.
Press Release, June 1, 2011
Critic says Consumer Act of the Philippines is not being enforced.
Cebu Sun Star, June 1, 2011
Englewood CO signs with Service Line Warranties of America.
Denver Post, June 1, 2011

May 2011

Customer discovers Eagle Warranty went out of business in 2009.
WPRI Providence, May 31, 2011
BBB survey finds 92% say vehicle service contract sales tactics improper.
Omaha World-Herald, May 31, 2011
Apple begins MacBook bottom case replacement program.
Macworld, May 31, 2011
Australian camera retailers need to hear from suppliers on new warranty laws.
Photo & Imaging News, May 31, 2011
United Tectsa's NFC warranty tags could end proof-of-purchase headache.
Near Field Communications World, May 30, 2011
Harman's Crown Audio announces 5-year warranty on amplifiers.
Digital Production, May 30, 2011
Australian builder accused of using fake home warranty insurance certificates.
Sydney Morning Herald, May 29, 2011
Victoria homeowners want changes in builders' warranty laws.
Melbourne Herald Sun, May 29, 2011
Builder & condo owners fight over start date of new home warranty.
Montreal Gazette, May 28, 2011
Krups espresso machine breaks, was discontinued, can't be replaced.
Oregonian, May 28, 2011
Italian regulators are after Apple for not meeting EU's 2-year warranty rule.
Cult of Mac, May 27, 2011
Shares of AmTrust Financial Services trade at a new 52-week high.
Financial News Network, May 27, 2011
Global Warranty Group to provide service contracts for iShopExpress.
Press Release, May 26, 2011
Indonesia's technology black market is here to stay.
Sydney Morning Herald, May 26, 2011
Viking Professional Series appliances get three-year warranty.
Press Release, May 25, 2011
Kelvin Hughes increases warranty on bridge equipment to three years.
Press Release, May 25, 2011
HeartSine Technologies increases AED system warranty to 10 years.
Press Release, May 25, 2011 (PDF file)
Warranty claims are usually unsecured claims in a bankruptcy case.
USGlass News Network, May 25, 2011
NHTSA says no defects found in Toyota Corolla steering.
CNN Money, May 24, 2011
BPG launches foreclosure inspection/home warranty service bundle.
Press Release, May 24, 2011
Service Line Warranties of America signs city of Cresco, Iowa.
Cresco IA Times, May 24, 2011
AWA to provide product repair services for DGTEC in Australia.
Press Release, May 24, 2011
Critics say NHTSA & NASA asked Exponent to do Toyota warranty claims analysis.
Press Release, May 23, 2011
Sony replaces KDFE42A10 projection TV, described online as a lemon.
Wisconsin State Journal, May 22, 2011
Warranty claim on $4.00 wall clock would cost $7.00 to process.
Florence AL Times Daily, May 22, 2011
Auto service contracts face legal crackdown in Missouri.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, May 20, 2011
Vehicle service contract scams cost consumers millions of dollars.
BBB Press Release, May 20, 2011
Kia Motors UK offers 7-year warranties on some used cars.
London Daily Telegraph, May 20, 2011
PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services offers wind/solar warranty underwriting.
Press Release, May 20, 2011 (PDF file)
Intel lengthens product warranty on SSD 320 from three to five years.
Press Release, May 19, 2011
UK home warranty company Homecall Plus collapses.
BBC News, May 19, 2011
Consider all the options carefully with home warranties & utility plans.
Chicago Tribune, May 19, 2011
MJP Waterjets of Sweden introduces five-year warranty on its products.
The Motorship, May 19, 2011
New Holland offers 5-year powertrain warranty on tractors.
Delta Farm Press, May 18, 2011
ET Solar Group Corp. doubles warranty length to 10 years.
Press Release, May 18, 2011
For electric vehicles, buy the body but lease the battery.
Dag Blog, May 18, 2011
Consolidated Gulf Co. offers free gift to buyers of Nokia extended warranty.
Gulf Times, May 18, 2011
Black market repair shops compete with Russian dealerships.
Moscow Times, May 16, 2011
Global Warranty Group to provide extended service plans to Yarraa.com.
Press Release, May 16, 2011
10% ethanol fuel mix doesn?t winter as well as straight gasoline.
Bangor Daily News, May 15, 2011
Research In Motion extends Playbook tablets warranty to 2 years.
The Mobile Indian, May 14, 2011
McCusker & Co. of the Caribbean plans San Juan conference Nov. 1-4.
Press Release, May 14, 2011
Warranty Management Capability Maturity Model published by IDC.
Computerworld, May 13, 2011
Hendersonville Water signs deal with Service Line and Warranties of America.
WHKP-AM Hendersonville NC, May 12, 2011
Asurion raises prices, adds processing fee for T-Mobile service contracts.
Geek.com, May 11, 2011
Network Hardware Resale aims at Cisco SmartNet warranty services.
CRN, May 11, 2011
Toyota's recall and warranty costs up by ¥30 billion last year.
CNN Money, May 11, 2011
Cadillac's certified pre-owned program now has 6-year 100,000-mile warranties.
Press Release, May 11, 2011
USGreentech announces 16-year warranty for Envirofill artificial turf.
Press Release, May 11, 2011
Riverside Motorcars accused of pocketing vehicle service contract premium.
WFSB-TV Hartford, May 11, 2011
Service Net to offer two-year extended warranties for BlackBerry PlayBook.
Berry Review, May 10, 2011
Printware announces Service Warranty Program through end of May.
Press Release, May 10, 2011
Wilkes-Barre mayor sends residents letter for Service Line Warranties of America.
Wilkes-Barre PA Times Leader, May 10, 2011
Dealer employee calls false loan applications "arts and crafts."
KTVD-TV Denver, May 9, 2011
Thong Quoc Tran gets year in prison for filing fake Cisco warranty claims.
OC Register, May 9, 2011
Warranty Direct says a third of 3-to-10-year-old cars have mechanical failures per year.
Press Release, May 9, 2011 (Word file)
GWC Warranty moves headquarters from Avoca to Wilkes-Barre PA.
Press Release, May 9, 2011
NHTSA probes Ford F-150 fuel tank complaints & warranty claims.
Detroit News, May 9, 2011
NHTSA probes Mini Cooper steering complaints & warranty claims.
Detroit News, May 8, 2011
Warranty number on work boots helps police identify burglar who wore them.
Winona MN Daily News, May 7, 2011
Nissan of Garden City denies forcing customer to buy extended warranty.
New York Times, May 7, 2011
Bankers Warranty Group gets ISO 9001:2008 accreditation.
This Week in Consumer Electronics, May 6, 2011
Baseball bat warranty says don?t use in weather under 60 degrees.
Columbia MO Daily Tribune, May 6, 2011
Warranty issues help GM find steering problem in Chevrolet Cruze.
Detroit Free Press, May 5, 2011
Iheanyi Frank Chinasa sentenced to prison for Cisco warranty fraud.
IDG News Service, May 5, 2011
Sealy accused of using mattress stains as excuse to deny warranty claims.
Furniture Today, May 5, 2011
Rolls-Royce's certified pre-owned car scheme includes two-year warranties.
What Car?, May 5, 2011
Asus says laptop's warranty began when it was made, not when it was sold.
Lansing MI State Journal, May 5, 2011
Tekelec says its gross margins were hurt by warranty charges.
Press Release, May 5, 2011
Safe-Guard Products promotes Randy Barkowitz to CEO and David Duncan to president.
Press Release, May 5, 2011
Boston Scientific offers new warranty program for cardiac devices.
Press Release, May 5, 2011
Statutory warranties last six years in Ireland on consumer goods.
Irish Independent, May 5, 2011
Results of IDC Manufacturing Insights' warranty survey released.
Press Release, May 4, 2011
Garage door opener's warranty doesn't cover military radio interference.
Riverside CA Press-Enterprise, May 4, 2011
Mepco Finance claims Warranty Administration Services owes it $7 million.
Courthouse News Service, May 3, 2011
Extended warranties: Great for retailers, not so much for consumers.
Forbes, May 2, 2011
Boat owners find ethanol-gasoline fuel mix causes costly repairs.
Charleston SC Post and Courier, May 1, 2011
Ethanol-free gasoline needed for outdoor power equipment.
Charleston SC Post and Courier, May 1, 2011

April 2011

Prospective homeowners should do their homework on home warranties.
Associated Press, April 30, 2011
Warranty on Fedoskino jewelry box given in royal wedding lasts 100 years.
Voice of Russia, April 29, 2011
MBTA begins replacing defective concrete ties on commuter rail lines.
Quincy MA Patriot Ledger, April 29, 2011
Synnex set to deliver software licensing, warranty renewal platform.
CRN, April 29, 2011
MPP Co. Inc. unveils new website design.
Press Release, April 29, 2011
New book by Bob Lutz defends Chevy Volt, attacks the bean counters.
Motor Trend, April 28, 2011
Nebraska Supreme Court rejects NWIG-linked political defamation lawsuit.
Lincoln Journal Star, April 28, 2011
City of Wilkes-Barre PA partners with Service Line Warranties of America.
Citizens' Voice, April 28, 2011
City of Saline MI partners with Service Line Warranties of America.
AnnArbor.com, April 28, 2011
Navistar sues former auditor Deloitte & Touche for bad advice.
Accountancy Age, April 27, 2011
Russia's new procurement regulations dictate terms of product warranties.
Armstrong Teasdale, April 27, 2011
Warranty now the selling point for some new car buyers.
Toronto Star, April 27, 2011
Vehicle Protection Association revises its Standards of Conduct.
Press Release, April 26, 2011
American LaFrance adds two dealers in New York.
Press Release, April 26, 2011
The pros and cons of getting a home warranty when buying a home.
Associated Press, April 26, 2011
Dealers Warranty, aka Mogi, to pay Missouri $125,000 fine.
Press Release, April 25, 2011
Gulfstream Aerospace enhances its Airborne Product Support program.
Press Release, April 25, 2011
GM VP notes 45% reduction in warranty repairs since 2007.
Forbes, April 24, 2011
Maine?s seldom-utilized implied warranty law covers all but used cars.
Maine Campus, April 24, 2011
Four builders named in Tarion Warranty?s 2011 Awards of Excellence.
National Post, April 23, 2011
Signet's warranty refund policy called "cumbersome, unclear and unfair."
Morning Call, April 23, 2011
Signet Financial Group closes shop as customers wait on refunds.
WDAF-TV Kansas City, April 22, 2011
Pros and cons of extended warranty services.
Philadelphia Inquirer, April 22, 2011
Hyundai Canada tells customer in-service date cannot be changed.
Wheels Canada, April 22, 2011
Team Group Inc. lengthens portable hard drive warranties to 3 years.
Press Release, April 22, 2011
Old Republic Home Protection appoints Gene Roberts regional VP.
Press Release, April 22, 2011 (PDF file)
S&S Cycle to stand behind Big Dog Motorcycles engine warranties.
Press Release, April 21, 2011
Landmark Home Warranty selects 4CS iWarranty Home Warranty solution.
Press Release, April 20, 2011
The Warranty Group appoints Joel Appelbaum Senior VP and actuarial officer
Press Release, April 20, 2011 (PDF file)
Solarschmiede offers warranty check service to plant operators in Europe.
Press Release, April 20, 2011
Lawsuit over car window etching anti-theft program moves ahead.
Associated Press, April 20, 2011
Allstate Dealer Services to use Allstate brand for F&I products.
Press Release, April 19, 2011
BPG Home Warranty Co. and HISCO Home Warranty to merge.
Press Release, April 18, 2011
Klarius Group offers lifetime warranty on aftermarket catalytic converters.
Press Release, April 18, 2011
MSY fined in Australia for misleading warranty notices.
CRN Australia, April 18, 2011
The UK's rules and regulations governing consumer rights are confusing.
The Guardian, April 17, 2011
How to account for provisions such as warranty.
Hindu Business Line, April 17, 2011
Utility Line Security plans to sue Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, April 16, 2011
Munich Re to guarantee power output of Eco Supplies solar modules.
Press Release, April 15, 2011
What is Energy Savings Warranty Insurance?
Green Buildings, April 15, 2011
Extended warranties face study from UK's Office of Fair Trading.
BBC News, April 14, 2011
UK's Office of Fair Trading launches extended warranties investigation.
The Guardian, April 14, 2011
Best Buy Blue Label 3.0 laptops get two-year warranties.
Press Release, April 14, 2011
Premier Guarantee partners with Regentsmead for structural warranties in Europe.
Bridging & Commercial, April 14, 2011
Magneti Marelli parts now on the shelves at Mopar's warehouse.
Detroit News, April 13, 2011
Renault Australia lengthens warranties from three to five years.
Car Advice, April 13, 2011
Spinella?s Auto Sales owner banned from operating car dealerships.
Press Release, April 13, 2011
Texas Attorney General sues Credexx/Auto One Warranty and owner David J. Tabb.
Press Release, April 12, 2011
Right to Repair Act (HR 1449) introduced in U.S. Congress.
Press Release, April 11, 2011
RIM offers warranty, support & service contracts for BlackBerry PlayBook.
Berry Reporter, April 11, 2011
MMF POS announces lifetime warranty on Advantage cash drawers.
Press Release, April 11, 2011
Greek man sued for complaining by Apple service provider gets new iMac.
CNET, April 10, 2011
PC World repairs Acer laptop as a goodwill gesture after news inquiries.
The Guardian, April 9, 2011
Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority adopts new ethics guidelines.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, April 9, 2011
Big Dog Motorcycles closes, and won't honor remaining warranty claims.
Wichita Eagle, April 8, 2011
Rocla Concrete Ties says MBTA agreed to its shortened warranties.
Commonwealth Magazine, April 8, 2011
Midas lifetime warranty covers muffler only, not pipes or fasteners.
WEWS-TV Cleveland, April 8, 2011
Timothy John Byers lost dealer license but continues to sell used cars.
Toronto Star, April 8, 2011
Automotive Consumer Warranty Institute opens Extended Warranty Hub.
Press Release, April 8, 2011
Opengear lengthens the warranty on its servers to four years.
Press Release, April 8, 2011
Munich Re guarantees solar module performance in France.
Press Release, April 7, 2011
Global Warranty Group names Rick DeFino vice president of sales in Wireless Division.
Press Release, April 7, 2011
Resource Automotive announces QCertified pre-owned mobile app.
Press Release, April 6, 2011 (PDF file)
Judge declares Pittsburgh water line warranty program illegal.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, April 6, 2011
Excerpts taken from actual warranties are difficult to read or comprehend.
Tucson Explorer, April 6, 2011
Taylor Guitars offers 12-year warranty to its European customers.
Press Release, April 6, 2011
Zareba Systems triples electric fence warranty to three years.
Press Release, April 4, 2011
Retailer won't honor mattress warranty because of stains.
Chicago Tribune, April 4, 2011
EquityLock Home Price Protection policies guarantee home won't lose value.
CNBC, April 4, 2011
Tesco offers used cars online along with one-month RAC warranties.
BBC News, April 3, 2011
South Africa's new Consumer Protection Act mandates six-month warranties.
Business Day, April 1, 2011
Canada falls short when it comes to policing product warranties.
Toronto Sun, April 1, 2011

March 2011

Nokia extends manufacturer's warranty to 2 years in Australia.
Computerworld Australia, March 31, 2011
Verizon's "Certified Like New Program" to get more strict with returns.
Android Police, March 31, 2011
One Source Networking accused of deceptive sales of extended warranties.
Press Release, March 31, 2011
General Motors sells its stake in Delphi for $3.8 billion.
Detroit Free Press, March 31, 2011
Dorsey Trailer gives its LiteGuard 5000 refrigerated trailer a 10-year warranty.
Press Release, March 31, 2011
Citroën adds value to used light commercial vehicle warranties.
AM Magazine, March 31, 2011
Hyundai ends its involuntary unemployment car buy-back program.
CNN Money, March 30, 2011
American Home Shield responds to nearly 3 million service requests in 2010.
Press Release, March 30, 2011 (PDF file)
ByBox Field Support seeks Warranty/Return Material Authorisation service.
Materials Handling World, March 30, 2011
Ethanol advocate details his views about gasoline labeling laws.
Lincoln Journal Star, March 29, 2011
Safeware to administer extended service plans for The Computer Guy.
Press Release, March 28, 2011
How to import a car into Canada from the United States.
Press Release, March 28, 2011
Blue Sky Energy announces 5-year warranty on Solar Boost charge controllers.
Press Release, March 28, 2011
Retailers hope buyback programs boost business.
The Tennessean, March 27, 2011
Day One of US Fidelis auction attracts buyers and spectators.
KSDK-TV St. Louis, March 26, 2011 (video)
Honda 2011 Odyssey minivan recall triggered by 97 warranty claims.
Detroit News, March 26, 2011
Local beer maker offers Warranty of Origin for the barley used in its malt.
Farmers Weekly, March 26, 2011
The Warranty Group says longer warranties likely in used car market.
AM Magazine, March 25, 2011
Association of Global Automakers lobbies against 15% ethanol blend.
USA Today, March 25, 2011
Where to turn when the appliance warranty expires.
New York Times, March 25, 2011
Ride-on mower maker Etesia stresses the importance of warranty registrations.
Pitch Care, March 25, 2011
US Fidelis property auction begins this weekend.
KMOX Radio St. Louis, March 24, 2011
ServicePower Technologies returns to profitability in 2010.
Manchester Evening News, March 24, 2011
Boston Fire Department to do its own in-house engine warranty work.
Press Release, March 24, 2011
Mobile phone warranty claims are being denied because of "water damage."
PC & Tech Authority, March 24, 2011
Natura World offers warranty support program to independent retailers.
Furniture World, March 24, 2011
KraftMaster Renovations announces upgrade to 5-year warranties.
Press Release, March 24, 2011
SCIC says vehicle service contract sales keep pace with increased auto sales.
Press Release, March 23, 2011 (PDF file)
Panasonic Solutions lengthens warranty on professional LCDs to five years.
Press Release, March 23, 2011
Bid to save Pittsburgh's $5/month sewer line warranty program fails.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, March 23, 2011
Is Ford planning to extend its UK warranty to five years?
Car Dealer, March 22, 2011
Benefits of third-party new home warranties in Saskatchewan explained.
Regina Leader-Post, March 22, 2011
Buyer recounts long wait for fifth Stearns & Foster mattress replacement.
The Consumerist, March 22, 2011
Stephanie Hart joins 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty as Southeast Region VP.
Press Release, March 22, 2011
Mondial Assistance rebrands to Allianz Global Assistance in Asia Pacific.
Press Release, March 21, 2011
SquareTrade offers $48 discount on iPad extended warranty with accidental damage coverage.
CNET, March 21, 2011
Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency licenses Gapcorp to sell extended warranties.
Press Release, March 21, 2011
Toyota plaintiffs want to see NHTSA & NASA findings on sudden acceleration.
National Law Journal, March 21, 2011
UC Berkeley professor says shattered sunroof is a defect, not damage.
KGO-TV San Francisco, March 21, 2011
National Truck Protection forms partnership with Cascade Sierra Solutions.
Press Release, March 21, 2011 (PDF file)
Consumers must check small print to avoid extended warranty woes.
Scotland on Sunday, March 20, 2011
Pittsburgh Water ends controversial line warranty program.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, March 19, 2011
Utility Line Security files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Press Release, March 18, 2011
Wisconsin officials say highway construction warranties save them time and money.
WQOW-TV Eau Claire WI, March 18, 2011
Home warranties can help both sellers and buyers.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 18, 2011
Datalux Top Flight support program includes loaner computers during repairs.
Healthcare Technology Online, March 18, 2011
Canadian Solar to offer 25-year warranties in the fall.
Greentech Solar, March 18, 2011
Atdec doubles warranty on wall and projector mounts to ten years.
Press Release, March 18, 2011
Home Warranty Inc. selects 4CS iWarranty Home Warranty solution.
Press Release, March 17, 2011
Mission Repair offers lifetime warranty on Apple iPad & MacBook repairs.
Press Release, March 17, 2011
Ford of Great Britain considers lengthening warranties beyond 3/36.
What Cars?, March 16, 2011
Thermo King deploys Tavant Technologies' Warranty Management solution
Press Release, March 16, 2011
Holden dealer admits to misleading "lifetime mechanical warranty" promotion.
ACCC Press Release, March 15, 2011
Pittsburgh Water's line warranty program ruled illegal.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, March 15, 2011
4CS to provide Service Lifecycle solution to ZF Services North America.
Press Release, March 15, 2011
Pegasystems and Infosys to co-present at Warranty Chain Management Conference.
Press Release, March 14, 2011
South Africa's new Consumer Protection Act explained.
Pretoria News, March 14, 2011
SquareTrade announces extended warranty with guaranteed buyback for iPad 2.
Press Release, March 14, 2011
An in-depth look at the world market for battery-powered cars.
The Guardian (UK), March 12, 2011
US Fidelis assets to be sold to highest bidder at local auction.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 11, 2011
Lexus and Mini dealers score best in J.D. Power Customer Service Index.
Press Release, March 11, 2011
Jumbo Electronics offers extended warranty services in Qatar.
Gulf Times, March 10, 2011
TheAutoMoto Corp. upgrades its warranty to two years.
Press Release, March 10, 2011
IDC Manufacturing Insights to unveil warranty maturity model at WCM Conference.
Press Release, March 9, 2011
Right to Repair Act introduced into the Oregon state legislature.
Aftermarket News, March 9, 2011
Best Buy to sell flat-rate Geek Squad Tech Support computer service plans.
The Consumerist, March 8, 2011
Consumer Direct Warranty Services gets another bad rating.
KZTV Corpus Christi TX, March 8, 2011
American Home Shield announces winners of its 2010 Contractor Quality Bonus program.
Press Release, March 7, 2011
Bankruptcy court approves sale of Palm Harbor Homes to Cavco Industries.
Press Release, March 7, 2011
Debate continues over Uganda's ban against used computer imports.
Computerworld, March 7, 2011
Micro Fire Apparatus becomes authorized dealer for American LaFrance.
Press Release, March 7, 2011
Warranty card from Nike baseball bat links suspect to double murder.
Contra Costa Times, March 7, 2011
Honda finds pattern in Civic hybrid warranty data, issues recall.
Associated Press, March 7, 2011
Chrysler promises new attitude to suppliers regarding parts prices.
Crain's Detroit Business, March 6, 2011
Currys? "Whatever Happens" warranty replaces camera damaged in a bike accident.
Sunday Sun (UK), March 6, 2011
Eighth incident logged of a Tata Nano catching fire in India.
Motoism, March 5, 2011
Dell to offer Next Business Day warranty services in Viet Nam.
Viêt Nam News, March 5, 2011
Furniture retailers promote their own versions of a lifetime guarantee.
Furniture Today, March 5, 2011
Chrysler recalls vehicles after finding pattern of engines stalling.
Detroit News, March 4, 2011
Barclays analyst sticks with Ford $20 per share price target.
Associated Press, March 4, 2011
Contractor tests four tractor brands for reliability, fuel cost & comfort.
Farmers Weekly, March 4, 2011
Warranty war? Michelin kicks off tougher guarantee for new tires.
USA Today, March 3, 2011
California says new ownership doesn't release contractor from past warranties.
KGO-TV San Francisco, March 3, 2011
Edelbrock adds premium warranty program for E-Force superchargers.
Press Release, March 3, 2011
Carver/Marquis Yachts appoints Explorer Marine Services as a warranty service center.
The Log, March 3, 2011
Mazda recalls 65,000 cars for spider problem.
Los Angeles Times, March 3, 2011
Ryan & Maniskas announces class action lawsuit against Itron Inc.
Press Release, March 3, 2011
Law offices of Howard G. Smith announces class action lawsuit against Itron Inc.
Press Release, March 2, 2011
GM Korea offers 5-year/100,000-km warranty for Chevrolet cars.
Chosun Ilbo, March 2, 2011
Report published on extended warranties for new and used cars in Europe.
Press Release, March 2, 2011
Consumer Reports admits to gaps in recent Chrysler data in latest survey.
Ward's Auto, March 2, 2011
ATV dealer accused of pocketing extended warranty premiums cops a plea.
Mankato Free Press, March 2, 2011
Sanuvox Technologies lengthens air treatment warranties from 5 to 15 years.
Press Release, March 2, 2011
Report on extended warranty sales in the UK published.
Press Release, 11-Mar
ARCA Warranty Ltd. underwrites roofing warranties for roofers in Calgary.
Alberta Construction Magazine, 11-Mar
Michelin Promise Plan lets tire company show confidence in its products.
New York Times, March 1, 2011
Assurant Solutions expands use of ServicePower's ServiceOperations software.
Press Release, March 1, 2011
How to take advantage of free extended warranties on credit card purchases.
Mint Life, March 1, 2011
Egg Money credit card holders worry about losing free extended warranties.
Money Saving Expert, March 1, 2011
General Motors offers 8-year warranty for Opel Ampera.
Reuters, March 1, 2011

February 2011

Consumer Reports says Japanese cars are the most trouble-free.
Press Release, February 28, 2011
NHTSA closes Jeep Wrangler fuel spillage probe but Chrysler lengthens its warranty.
Detroit News, February 28, 2011
Kenworth & Paccar offer extra year of warranty to finance customers.
Press Release, February 28, 2011
Kia Motors America extends vehicle service contract deal with Resource Automotive.
Press Release, February 25, 2011 (PDF file)
Vehicle service contracts fall to 10th on Missouri AG complaint list.
Press Release, February 25, 2011
Amerlux announces 10-year warranty for its LED lighting fixtures.
Press Release, February 25, 2011
Ministry of Transportation Ontario likes its 7-year pavement warranty program.
Daily Commercial News, February 25, 2011
Assurant Solutions wins Stevie Award for innovation in customer service.
Press Release, February 24, 2011
SquareTrade wins 2011 Stevie Award for sales and customer service.
Press Release, February 24, 2011
Mercedes-Benz increases coverage of its Certified Pre-Owned extended warranty.
Press Release, February 24, 2011
Hyundais don't break much anymore, so no need to trim warranty to cut cost.
USA Today, February 24, 2011
LG Electronics USA launches new LG Service Advantage Program.
Press Release, February 24, 2011
Bernstein Liebhard announces filing of a class action against Itron.
Press Release, February 24, 2011
Credexx barred from selling vehicle service contracts in Washington state.
Press Release, February 23, 2011
Fire-Fly Fire Equipment Sales becomes American LaFrance dealership.
Press Release, February 23, 2011
Best Buy closes all nine outlets on the Chinese mainland.
Xinhua News, February 22, 2011
ServiceMaster appoints Hank Mullany as CEO, to succeed the retiring J. Patrick Spainhour.
Memphis Business Journal, February 22, 2011
Long & Foster partners with HMS Home Warranty & 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty.
Press Release, February 22, 2011
Essex Stationery offers 5-year warranty on Samsung business printers.
Press Release, February 22, 2011
Hyundai Motor America celebrates its 25th anniversary in the U.S.
Press Release, February 21, 2011
Panasonic Solutions' Concierge Warranty Program has on-site service for hospital TVs.
Press Release, February 21, 2011
Telstra the last hold-out for two-year iPhone warranties in Australia.
Sydney Morning Herald, February 20, 2011
Dispute over John Lewis price match policy centers on warranties.
Welwyn Hatfield (UK) Times, February 20, 2011
HSA Home Warranty hires Burke Smith as chief corporate communications officer.
Press Release, February 20, 2011
U.S. House blocks EPA from boosting ethanol limit from 10 to 15%.
Des Moines Register, February 19, 2011
Best Buy?s buyback plan, and its price.
New York Times, February 19, 2011
Technology keeps cars out of repair shops in a rough winter.
Toledo Blade, February 18, 2011
Mobile phone repair by Sprint store voided HTC Evo's warranty.
The Consumerist, February 18, 2011
American Home Shield expands $1.2 million quality bonus program for contractors.
Press Release, February 18, 2011
Old Republic announces "Why I Use Home Warranties" contest winners.
Press Release, February 18, 2011
GoSolarUSA gives Volt Solar Charger for iPhone a one-year warranty.
Press Release, February 18, 2011
Toro says sales increased in first quarter but warranty expense rose faster.
Press Release, February 17, 2011
Electric vehicle study sees need for battery service contracts.
Accenture, February 17, 2011
Roomy, futuristic Nissan Leaf leads the electric charge.
Toronto Globe and Mail, February 16, 2011
Morgan Stanley analyst worries about sustainability of Dell's lower warranty accruals.
MarketWatch, February 16, 2011
Itron restates earnings to defer extended warranty revenue correctly.
Press Release, February 16, 2011
FTC sends refund claim forms to victims of auto warranty robocaller.
Press Release, February 16, 2011
Longer warranties urged on transport infrastructure projects.
Viêt Nam News, February 16, 2011
Automotive Recyclers Association ask FTC to check warranty ban on recycled parts.
Press Release, February 15, 2011
Warranty Direct launches breakdown service starting at £33 a year.
Press Release, February 15, 2011
GWC Warranty expands vehicle service contract sales into Florida.
Press Release, February 15, 2011
The Warranty Group appoints John Curtis as senior VP & general counsel.
Press Release, February 15, 2011
Carson Pirie Scott couch warranty couched in caveats.
Chicago Tribune, February 15, 2011
Atersa lengthens warranty on photovoltaic modules from 3 to 10 years.
Press Release, February 15, 2011
Gigamon expands warranty coverage on all GigaVUE and G-TAP products.
Press Release, February 15, 2011
Warranties that aren't worth it and why.
Investopia Financial Edge, February 15, 2011
Pittsburgh politician angry over dropped investigation of Utility Line Security LLC.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, February 15, 2011
Guardian Building Products adds lifetime warranty for wood composite decking.
Press Release, February 15, 2011
Many consumers believe 36 months is longer than 3 years.
Science Blog, February 14, 2011
Cadillac Shield program includes warranty, maintenance and courtesy transportation.
Press Release, February 14, 2011
Industrial Alliance buys three Quebec insurance and warranty companies.
Press Release, February 14, 2011
Pegasystems announces end-to-end warranty claims management solution.
Press Release, February 14, 2011
Automotive Consumer Warranty Institute certifies Toyota & Protective VSCs.
Press Release, February 13, 2011
Pittsburgh water utility drops ethics investigation of former executive.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, February 12, 2011
Unwanted Domestic & General warranty renewal causes bank overdraft.
The Guardian (UK), February 12, 2011
Second mansion built by U.S. Fidelis owners goes on the market.
KTVI-TV St. Louis, February 11, 2011
Electronics purchased on the gray market may not have a warranty.
KIFI-TV Idaho Falls, February 11, 2011
Citizenship and Immigration Canada drops warranty need for emergency repair visas.
Bomza Law Group, February 11, 2011
How long should appliances last?
WKYC-TV Cleveland, February 11, 2011
NEW partners with Media Markt and Tesco, expands in China.
Press Release, February 10, 2011
Canadian Trucking Alliance denounces government's new biodiesel mandate.
Press Release, February 10, 2011
SquareTrade announces extended warranty & buyback plans for Verizon iPhone.
Press Release, February 10, 2011
Chinese-made Geely MK goes on sale in Australia with a 5-year warranty.
Rouse Hill Times, February 10, 2011
UK firms cautious about uncertain future of electric vehicle subsidy.
Press Release, February 9, 2011
Dana Holding's battery cooling technology featured on Chevrolet Volt.
Press Release, February 9, 2011
Editorial: MBTA's bidding process crumbled long before concrete ties.
Quincy (MA) Patriot Ledger, February 9, 2011
Eldis Inc. acquires bankrupt Partsearch Technologies for $2.875 million.
Press Release, February 9, 2011
GapCorp to administer extended warranties for Kuwait Finance House-Bahrain.
Press Release, February 9, 2011
Ceylinco Insurance calls its vehicle service contracts "Warranty Insurance."
Daily Mirror (Sri Lanka), February 9, 2011
Editorial notes AppleCare is not insurance; does not cover damage or theft.
Gotta Be Mobile, February 9, 2011
NASA can't find unintended acceleration causes in Toyotas.
IEEE Spectrum, February 9, 2011
U.S. Transportation Department finds no electronic flaws in Toyotas.
Associated Press, February 8, 2011
Iheanyi Frank Chinasa found guilty of $27 million Cisco warranty scam.
Gaithersburg (MD) Gazette, February 8, 2011
Safeware now offering extended service plans direct to consumers.
Press Release, February 8, 2011
John Lewis alters "never undersold" promise for warranty differences.
The Telegraph (UK), February 7, 2011
All State Plumbing is accused of pocketing gas heater permit fees.
Press Release, February 7, 2011
Intel to resume shipments of flawed support chip at the request of customers.
Dow Jones Newswires, February 7, 2011
Extended warranty providers improve service & programs to counter cool economy.
This Week in Consumer Electronics, February 7, 2011
Global Warranty Group appoints Brett Lassig as vice president of business development.
Press Release, February 7, 2011
Atlantic Concealment adds 5-year warranty for wireless antenna sites.
Press Release, February 7, 2011
Insured Auto Warranty debuts 7-year/125,000-mile extended warranty.
Press Release, February 6, 2011
McCusker & Company acquires OEM Warranty Risk Inc.
Press Release, February 6, 2011
UK's Sale of Goods Act overrides EU Directive 1999/44/EC on warranties.
The Guardian (UK), February 5, 2011
Apple patents "consumer abuse detection system and method."
PC Magazine, February 4, 2011
Auto/Mate integrates with Toyota's dealer communication system.
Press Release, February 4, 2011
Angie's List founder says be smart when buying a home warranty.
Indianapolis Star, February 4, 2011
Residential Warranty Co. turns 30 with 3 million new homes warranted.
Press Release, February 4, 2011
NEW?s buyback program helps consumers keep pace with the latest gadgets.
Press Release, February 3, 2011
Rocla Concrete Ties says warranty expired before Boston's MBTA filed suit.
Commonwealth Magazine, February 3, 2011
Canadian asks newspaper why are cars cheaper in the U.S.?
Toronto Globe and Mail, February 3, 2011
Invacare says lower warranty costs helped offset rising commodity costs.
Press Release, February 3, 2011 (PDF file)
Citroen South Africa dealers now sell full maintenance and extended warranty plans.
Independent Online, February 3, 2011
Warranty claims analysis helps Ford spot F-150 door handle issue.
Detroit News, February 3, 2011
Lakeshore Learning Materials offers lifetime warranties on classroom furniture.
Press Release, February 3, 2011
PSR Inc. now "reballing" solder on the Sony PS3's RSX chip.
Press Release, February 3, 2011
An extended warranty can act as an extra safeguard on a used car.
GateHouse News Service, February 2, 2011
Chevrolet Volt to qualify for California tax credit in 2012.
Greentech Media, February 2, 2011
SquareTrade announces $99 extended warranty for Verizon iPhone.
Press Release, February 1, 2011
The Warranty Group announces extended warranty agreement with Coverdell.
Press Release, February 1, 2011
Tough Cell redesigns their corporate web site and adds a news blog.
Press Release, February 1, 2011
Global Warranty Group chosen by vacuum & sewing machine dealers associations.
Press Release, February 1, 2011
Agilent Technologies announced Advantage Service Pack extended warranties.
Press Release, February 1, 2011

January 2011

Oracle launches Siebel Warranty Management Solution for the automotive industry.
Press Release, January 31, 2011
Apple gets more lenient with its iPod water damage policy.
Time magazine, January 31, 2011
WebTech Wireless blames warranty returns for inventory discrepancy.
Press Release, January 31, 2011
McCusker & Co. acquires OEM Warranty Risk Inc.
Press Release, January 31, 2011
GE signs 10-year service contract with Cobra Energia for its wind turbines.
Press Release, January 31, 2011
Missouri task force suggests licensing vehicle service contract sellers.
Final Report, 11-Jan
Bharat Books publishes "Extended Warranties for New and Used Cars in Europe."
Press Release, 11-Jan
Leak in Thai army's surveillance airship repaired under warranty.
Bangkok Post, January 30, 2011
Illinois regulators find fault with the cost of Nicor Gas Line ComfortGuard warranty.
Kankakee Daily Journal, January 29, 2011
There are times when it could be worth paying for extended warranty protection.
Chicago Tribune, January 28, 2011
Ford sees lower warranty costs in Europe & Asia-Pacific-Africa regions.
Press Release, January 28, 2011
Marsh Romania sees arrival of appliance service contracts as a 2011 trend.
Media Xprimm, January 28, 2011
Moxa Automation expands warranty coverage to five years.
Press Release, January 28, 2011
Illinois files suit against Warranty USA Inc. and Air Duct Cleaning Pros.
Press Release, January 27, 2011
Ultimate Electronics' bankruptcy will not affect warranties.
Belleville (IL) News-Democrat, January 27, 2011
How to get the most out of your extended warranty?
Lifehacker, January 27, 2011
Extended warranties offered for refurbished goods are a sign of quality.
Unplugged, January 27, 2011
Briggs & Stratton partly blames increased warranty expenses for net loss.
Press Release, January 27, 2011
Warranty inspector for local builder charged with home burglaries.
WTVF-TV Nashville, January 26, 2011
Safe-Guard Products International to demo new menu at NADA convention.
Press Release, January 26, 2011
S&S Cycle Inc. hires Scott Seaman as its warranty rebuild and remanufacturing service manager.
Press Release, January 26, 2011
Consumer tracks down former dealership owner for extended warranty refund.
KGO-TV San Francisco, January 26, 2011
Intelligent Insurer readers vote CNA as the best specialty lines insurer.
Press Release, January 26, 2011
Chrysler launches online quiz to promote Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles.
Press Release, January 25, 2011
GWC Warranty unveils completely redesigned company website.
Press Release, January 25, 2011
Automotive Protection of New Jersey fined $4.5 million in North Carolina.
Press Release, January 25, 2011
Omega lengthens the warranty on its Co-Axial watches to four years.
Professional Jeweller, January 24, 2011
Domestic & General recruits its five millionth customer in the UK.
Marketing Week, January 24, 2011
Azure Dynamics picks 4CS Service Suite to for customer service and warranty management.
Press Release, January 24, 2011
Whirlpool and Maytag washing machine brands get top ratings.
Press Release, January 24, 2011
KitchenAid denies claim on 17-yr-old dishwasher; refunds after complaint.
Chicago Sun-Times, January 24, 2011
Should I buy an extended warranty for my car?
Toronto Globe and Mail, January 21, 2011
Florida issues cease and desist orders against four vehicle service contract companies.
Press Release, January 21, 2011
Fleetwood Folding Trailers plant closes, displacing 130 workers.
Somerset (PA) Daily American, January 21, 2011
OceanView Technologies adds 3-year warranty for its Night-Vision Cameras.
Press Release, January 21, 2011
Apple uses "pentalobular" screws to keep users out of iPhone 4.
Cult of Mac, January 20, 2011
More details on Michelin's new winter tire warranty.
Modern Tire Dealer, January 20, 2011
For Quebec retailers, Bill 60 impacts the sale of extended warranties.
Warranty Life, January 20, 2011
Assurant Solutions is finalist in 2011 Stevie Awards for sales & customer service.
Press Release, January 20, 2011
Federal prosecutors charge Matthew Kuc in $1.7 million warranty fraud.
Associated Press, January 19, 2011
Toyota to settle lawsuit over Prius headlights that shut off without warning.
Los Angeles Times, January 19, 2011
SquareTrade is finalist in 2011 Stevie Awards for e-commerce customer service.
Press Release, January 19, 2011
Ex-AIG leader Maurice Greenberg?s trial set to begin May 2.
Business Insurance, January 19, 2011
Washington Insurance Commissioner levied $583,750 in fines last year.
Insurance Journal, January 19, 2011
Apple Store?s warranty approach contradicts Australian consumer law.
Lifehacker, January 19, 2011
Quad bike (ATV) makers won't permit roll bars, calling them unapproved aftermarket devices.
Sunday Star-Times, January 19, 2011
Nigerian market awash with counterfeit mobile phones, and some even have warranties.
Vanguard, January 19, 2011
Domestic & General announces employee award winners.
Call Centre Clinic, January 19, 2011
Cross Country Home Services adding 100 jobs to its South Carolina call center.
Press Release, January 18, 2011
Daihatsu stops selling cars in UK but dealers continue providing warranty support.
What Car?, January 18, 2011
Some UK banks dodge iPhone insurance claims.
Citywire, January 18, 2011
Gaping security flaw exposed on long list of anti-tamper devices.
Computerworld, January 18, 2011
Ryder System Inc. named Supplier of the Year by Cisco.
Press Release, January 18, 2011
Enterasys Networks offers lifetime warranty on wireless controllers.
Press Release, January 18, 2011
Power Wizard lengthens electric fence energizer warranties to three years.
Press Release, January 18, 2011
Chicago appliance repair center offers one-year warranty on parts and labor.
Press Release, January 17, 2011
Thai shop sells fake phones with more features and better warranties.
Phuket Wan Tourism News, January 16, 2011
Protect Your Bubble offers £6.99/month iPhone insurance in UK.
Press Release, January 15, 2011
Telstra & Vodafone refuse to provide 2-year iPhone warranty.
Smart House, January 14, 2011
Warranty & service issues to consider when buying used or refurbished equipment.
Processor, January 14, 2011
Warranty Direct Ltd. lists what you should look for in a car warranty.
The Telegraph (UK), January 14, 2011
Ex-Delphi CEO cleared of top charges in SEC fraud case; ex-accountant convicted.
Detroit News, January 13, 2011
CNA to provide underwriting and actuarial services for GBS Warranty Services.
Furniture Today, January 13, 2011
Resource Automotive announces certified used vehicle website.
Press Release, January 13, 2011 (PDF file)
Nvidia begins to settle claims of faulty laptop GPUs.
Beta News, January 13, 2011
Honda identifies issue with electrical wire harness coupler through warranty repairs.
Press Release, January 12, 2011
Dana pays Toyota $25 million over rusting truck frames.
Detroit News, January 12, 2011
Dow Building Solutions announces 50-year warranty for Styrofoam insulation.
Press Release, January 12, 2011
IMS Research sees 480% growth ahead for photovoltaic inverter extended warranties.
Press Release, January 12, 2011
Domestic & General gives its five millionth customer a £500 gift voucher.
Epsom Guardian, January 12, 2011
Auto warranties, routine maintenance, and repairs: Is using the dealer a must?
FTC Consumer Alert, January 11, 2011
Michael Daly sentenced to 48 months for $15.4 million Cisco warranty scam.
San Jose Mercury News, January 11, 2011
FTC bans Fereidoun Khalilian and his Dolce Group from the telemarketing business.
Press Release, January 10, 2011
Best Buy launches buy-back program for laptops, tablets, phones and TVs.
Press Release, January 10, 2011
Michelin offers 40,000-mile tread wear warranty on winter tires.
Press Release, January 10, 2011
Compliance Safety Manager tracks the status of all equipment under warranty.
Press Release, January 10, 2011
Angie's List details how to avoid home warranty headaches.
KJRH-TV Tulsa OK, January 10, 2011
GAF announces lifetime warranty on laminated roofing shingles.
Press Release, January 10, 2011
Chrysler's quality chief touts 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee's low claims rate.
Reuters, January 9, 2011
Often, extended warranty won't extend your satisfaction.
Washington Post, January 9, 2011
Best Buy to sell and support home charger kits for the Ford Focus Electric.
Press Release, January 7, 2011
Chevy Volt battery designed to last for the life of its eight-year warranty.
Popular Science, January 7, 2011
Computer parts boss jailed for £1.6 million Hewlett Packard warranty scam.
London Evening Standard, January 7, 2011
Optus to provide two-year warranties for Apple?s iPhone in Australia.
Computerworld Australia, January 7, 2011
ACCC forces Optus to fall into line on mobile phone warranties.
Smart Company, January 7, 2011
NRRM Enterprises, aka Stop Repair Bills, racks up BBB complaints.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, January 7, 2011
Lifetime warranty for used Vauxhalls sold through Network Q.
What Car?, January 7, 2011
UIC USA lengthens warranty on PP795 and PP790se point of sale pads to 3 years.
Press Release, January 7, 2011
Volkswagen AG launches new insurance entity to offer extended warranties.
Insurance News Net, January 6, 2011
Release 2.0 of Acumatica ERP suite includes new warranty claims processing capabilities.
Press Release, January 6, 2011
Vauxhall denies that its lifetime warranty ads have been banned.
What Car?, January 6, 2011
New Hampshire forces Allcare dental care chain to reopen so patients can retrieve records.
Associated Press, January 6, 2011
Apple launches Support Profile web site to let users check warranty info.
Macworld, January 5, 2011
Delphi ex-CEO's attorney says in closing arguments the SEC's case is empty.
Crain's Detroit Business, January 5, 2011
SEC says Delphi ex-CEO Battenberg misled investors.
Detroit Free Press, January 5, 2011
Manitowoc Foodservice selects 4CS iWarranty to manage warranty processes globally.
Press Release, January 5, 2011
AGCO upgrades to enterprise license for 4CS iSupport software.
Press Release, January 5, 2011
Vauxhall's "lifetime warranty" campaign banned by UK Advertising Standards Authority.
The Drum, January 5, 2011
Vetus lengthens boat engine and generator warranties to five years.
Press Release, January 5, 2011
India's Nano becomes a no-no for car buyers.
Washington Post, January 4, 2011
Verizon changing upgrade and warranty policies in preparation for the iPhone?
Into Mobile, January 4, 2011
Analyst pegs Sonata's gain and Camry's decline on looks and warranties.
Bloomberg News, January 4, 2011
Robert Bosch backs KTS 340 diagnostic tool with a 10-year warranty.
Modern Tire Dealer, January 4, 2011
New law to mediate home warranty disputes takes effect in Minnesota.
Minneapolis Star Tribune, January 4, 2011
Tata Motors mounts massive rescue act to save Tata Nano.
Forbes India, January 4, 2011
Longer warranties revive demand for Tata Nano across India.
Bloomberg News, January 3, 2011
Apple's authorized service provider in Greece sues disgruntled customer for slander.
CNET News, January 2, 2011
Raymarine lengthens product warranties to three years.
Press Release, January 1, 2011

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