When does a car warranty make financial sense? USA TODAY asked the experts.Fall weekends are a popular time for road trips, but an unexpected breakdown can quickly put a damper on a trip and leave you facing a potentially expensive repair bill.If you're looking for added protection before your next road trip, Endurance offers several coverage options for eligible vehicles, including plans designed to help cover mechanical breakdowns after a factory warranty expires.All Endurance plans also come with perks such as 24/7 roadside assistance, rental car reimbursement and trip interruption benefits. For a limited-time, Endurance is offering a Labor Day deal: sign up today and get $400 off any plan, plus a free year of Elite Benefits, which includes perks such as tire coverage and collision discounts.AdvertisementAdvertisementIf you're considering coverage, getting an Endurance plan starts with requesting a quote and reviewing the available plans, coverage details and deductible to find an option that fits your vehicle and budget.Here's what to know about Endurance car warranties, including how to get one, how much they cost, what they cover and which benefits come with coverage.How to get an Endurance car warrantyGetting an Endurance vehicle service contract starts with requesting a free quote. You can provide information about your vehicle and review the coverage options available to you. Endurance offers a variety of plans, although not every vehicle will qualify for every plan.Once you receive a quote, you can compare the available coverage, cost and deductible before deciding whether a plan makes sense for you.More: How to skip the car rental counter and start vacationing fasterHow much does an Endurance car warranty cost?The cost of an Endurance plan depends on factors including your vehicle, mileage, coverage level, length of the contract, state and zip code. Estimates reviewed by USA TODAY ranged from $79 per month to $180 per month with total costs varying depending on your vehicle and plan selected.AdvertisementAdvertisementDeductibles range from $0 to $200 per claim, depending on the plan you choose. For most claims, the deductible is around $100, with Endurance covering the remaining eligible repair costs.What benefits come with an Endurance car Warranty?Endurance plans can include several benefits in addition to coverage for eligible mechanical breakdowns.Plans come with 24/7 roadside assistance, which can help with services such as towing, battery jump-starts, lockout assistance, fuel delivery and spare-tire installation. Plans can also include rental car reimbursement and trip interruption benefits when a covered breakdown occurs.The current Labor Day offer also includes a free year of Endurance Elite Benefits. These benefits include tire coverage, collision discounts and other protections.AdvertisementAdvertisementMore: Ford's Labor Day car sale is the perfect excuse to upgrade your truckWhat does an Endurance car warranty cover?Endurance offers multiple levels of coverage, so what's covered depends on the plan you choose.Coverage can include major vehicle components and systems such as the engine, transmission and electrical components. The company's highest-level plan, Advantage Prime, offers expanded maintenance and breakdown coverage and services such as oil changes, brake pad and battery replacement starting at $160 per month. At the other end of the tiered plans, the Secure plan offers basic powertrain coverage starting at $79 per month.No vehicle service contract covers everything. Preexisting conditions, breakdowns due to rust or corrosion, aftermarket modifications or parts and repairs made without prior authorization from Endurance are excluded, so it's important to review the specific contract before purchasing.AdvertisementAdvertisementLearn more about an Endurance car warrantyIs an Endurance car warranty worth it?Whether an Endurance plan is worth it depends on your vehicle, its age and mileage, the coverage you choose and how you would handle an unexpected repair bill.Endurance stands out for its range of coverage options and additional benefits, including roadside assistance, rental car reimbursement and trip interruption coverage. Learn more about an Endurance car warranty, online here.Sign up for an Endurance Warranty todayUSA TODAY Shopping is always covering all the best deals and drops, so be sure to sign up for text alerts, check us out on Flipboard, follow us on TikTok, sign up for our newsletter and follow us on Instagram to stay updated!AdvertisementAdvertisementThis article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Endurance is offering $400 off car warranty plans for a limited-timeOur editors independently choose our recommendations. Some content is produced with paid support from a third party, however our editorial decisions remain independent. If you buy through our links, the USA TODAY Network may earn a commission. Prices and availability may change.
