THE EXTRA MILE: Warranty Calls, Scams & Dealership Pressure—Exposed. 2-28-26

https://Drive-Radio.com – The Extra Mile (2/28/26) Host: John Rush Guest: Luke Cashman Warranty Calls, Scams & Dealership Pressure—Exposed Are extended warranties protecting you—or protecting dealership profits? In this episode of Drive Radio: The Extra Mile, John Rush and Luke Cashman pull back the curtain on one of the most pressured parts of buying a car: extended warranties versus extended service contracts. What’s the legal difference? Who can actually sell a true “extended warranty”? And why do dealerships push these products so aggressively in the F&I office? John explains how the Magnuson-Moss Act protects your right to service your vehicle anywhere—and why you don’t have to return to the dealership for routine maintenance to keep your warranty intact. He also exposes the eye-opening profit margins behind extended contracts—some topping 200%. What about those relentless “your warranty is about to expire” calls? How do you know what’s legitimate and what’s a scam? And when it comes to used cars, does the risk increase? Most importantly, John offers a different strategy: what if you skipped the contract altogether and self-insured instead? Could setting aside $50 a month give you more control—and more peace of mind—than any third-party plan ever could? If you’ve ever felt pressured in a dealership, worried about repairs, or wondered whether extended coverage is worth it, this episode gives you the tools to decide confidently.