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The Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) is a non-profit trade association representing over 50 companies in the automotive services contracts industry. Our members include marketers, administrators, insurers, software providers, and finance companies.
Browse our site to find many useful resources related to vehicle service contracts.
- About Us - About Us
- AA Auto Protection Successfully Completes Vehicle Protection Association Certification-Audit Program
- American Automotive Service Earns Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Certification
- Car Owners Turn to Vehicle Service Contracts from Vehicle Protection Association Members to Extend the Life of Their Vehicles
- CarSafe Receives Certification from the Vehicle Protection Association (VPA)
- Certification
- Certification FAQ
- Endurance Auto Protection Receives Certification from the Vehicle Protection Association (VPA)
- Fidelity Automotive Solutions Receives Certification from the Vehicle Protection Association
- National Vehicle Protection Services, Inc. Attains Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Certification
- Nationwide Automotive Protection Receives Certification from the Vehicle Protection Association (VPA)
- New VPA Board Members Elected
- News
- Newsletter Sign-Up
- Our Team
- Overview
- Page Under Construction
- Privacy Policy
- Standards of Conduct
- Standards of Conduct Appendix B: VPA Guidelines for using the term Warranty in Internet Marketing
- Terms of Use
- The Facts Regarding Vehicle Service Contracts and Extended Car Warranties
- Vehicle Assurance Qualifies for Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Certification
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Announces Annual Meeting September 9-10, 2012 in Las Vegas
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Announces Certification of Carhill Enterprises
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Announces Certification of Repair Defense Network
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Announces Certification of StopRepairBills.com
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Announces Certification of US Auto Protection
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Applauds the Federal Trade Commission's Action to Uphold Ban on Illegal Robocalling
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) Cites Industry's Progress While Supporting Criminal Charges Against US Fidelis Founders
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) to Hold Annual Meeting in Las Vegas on September 13, 2010
- Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) to Hold Annual Meeting in Las Vegas on September 26, 2011
- Vehicle Protection Association Acts In Advance of Missouri Attorney General Enforcement Cases Against Certain Automotive Service Contract Vendors
- Vehicle Protection Association Adopts New Name
- Vehicle Protection Association Announces Newly Certified Vehicle Service Contract Provider -- Absolute Auto Protection
- Vehicle Protection Association Applauds $14 Million Consumer Restitution Settlement in US Fidelis Bankruptcy Case
- Vehicle Protection Association Applauds New FTC Robo-Calling Regulations
- Vehicle Protection Association Approves Industry Standards
- Vehicle Protection Association Backs Legal Action Against Industry Fraudsters
- Vehicle Protection Association Elects New Board Officers
- Vehicle Protection Association Elects New Board Officers
- Vehicle Protection Association Endorses Federal Communications Commission Decision on Robocalling
- Vehicle Protection Association Issues Advisory Notice to Consumers Regarding Robo-Dialing
- Vehicle Protection Association Issues Enhanced Standards of Conduct for Automotive Service Contract Vendors
- Vehicle Protection Association Launches Certification-Audit Program to Evaluate Member Companies
- Vehicle Protection Association Names Chris Carenza Executive Director
- Vehicle Protection Association Offers Members On-Line Learning Program for Recently Approved Standards of Conduct
- Vehicle Protection Association Offers Tips for Fourth of July Travel
- Vehicle Protection Association Supports Community Involvement by Member Companies
- Vehicle Protection Association Supports Federal Trade Commission Settlement on Robocalling
- Vehicle Protection Association Supports Proposed Statutes That Seek to Put an End to Call ID Spoofing
- Vehicle Protection Association Supports Prosecution of Fraudsters
- Vehicle Protection Association Supports Sentencing in US Fidelis Case
- Vehicle Service Contracts Industry Applauds Federal Actions Against Robo-Dialers
- VPA 2012 Annual Meeting
- VPA Newsletters
- VPA Offers Regulatory Training to Members
- VPA Standards of Conduct: Business Names
- VPA Standards of Conduct: Compliance with Federal and State Laws
- VPA Standards of Conduct: Misrepresentations Prohibited
- VPA Standards of Conduct: The Basics
- What Does It Take to Get VPA Certification?
- Why Get Certified?
- Consumers - Consumer FAQ
- Are auto manufacturers involved with the creation and sale of vehicle service contracts?
- Are Automotive Protection Products Insured?
- Are Automotive Protection Products new?
- Are Automotive Protection Products regulated?
- Buying Questions
- Can I purchase extensions and upgrades to my vehicle service contract?
- Can my claim amounts exceed the amount of money I paid for my vehicle service contract?
- Do I have to pay for my vehicle service contract in full at the time of purchase?
- Does the VPA offer a list of Automotive Protection Products that it believes are high-quality offerings?
- Does the VPA provide a list of trusted organizations and businesses?
- Does the VPA support the sale of Automotive Protection Products?
- How are vehicle service contract claims paid?
- How big is the market for Automotive Protection Products?
- How can I know that a given Automotive Protection Product is a good offering?
- How does a vehicle service contract deductible work?
- How does a vehicle service contract work?
- How does the Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) ensure that I, as a consumer, am protected from fraud, false advertising, or other exploitive practices?
- If I get a vehicle service contract, can I still work with my local mechanic?
- Ownership Questions
- Protection Products FAQ
- Vehicle Service Contracts FAQ
- What are Automotive Protection Products?
- What are the benefits of Automotive Protection Products?
- What does a vehicle service contract cover?
- What happens if I sell my car? Is my vehicle service contract transferrable?
- What happens to the money I pay for my vehicle service contract?
- What if I want to cancel my vehicle service contract?
- What is a vehicle service contract?
- What is an extended warranty?
- What role do Automotive Protection Products play in the overall economy?
- What should I look for when considering purchasing a vehicle service contract?
- What vehicle upkeep am I responsible for in order for my service contract to remain valid?
- What's the difference between a vehicle service contract and a manufacturer's warranty?
- Where can I take my vehicle for repairs?
- Who can I contact if I have a problem with my automotive service contract or its provider?
- Why do I need a vehicle service contract?
- Why do I need a vehicle service contract? Isn't my car covered by the original warranty?
- Why should I buy a vehicle service contract now? Especially if I still have a manufacturer's warranty?
- Will purchasing a vehicle service contract subject me to telemarketers and mailings from companies that may not be reputable?
- Consumers - Consumers
- Featured Members
- Featured VPA Member
- VPA Membership Levels
- Consumers - Consumers Overview
- Overview
- Consumers - Find a Vendor
- Find a Vendor - Certified Companies
- Consumers - Report an Issue
- Consumer Feedback
- Customer Complaint
- Consumers - Resources for Consumers
- Additional Resources Regarding Vehicle Service Contracts
- Automobile Service Contract
- Automotive Service Contracts
- Benefits of Purchasing a Vehicle Service Contract
- Benefits of Vehicle Service Contracts
- Better Business Bureau (BBB) Extended Auto Warranty Study
- Bumper to Bumper Warranty Coverage - Really?
- Buy Extended Warranty
- Cars Extended Warranties
- Compare Extended Auto Warranties
- Consumer Tip: Maintain Your Vehicle
- Extended Auto Service Contracts
- Extended Car Warranties
- Extended Car Warranty
- Extended Service Contracts
- Extended Vehicle Protection
- Extended Vehicle Service Contract
- Extended Vehicle Warranty
- Extended Warranties Car
- Extended Warranty Cancellation
- Extended Warranty Scam
- Filing a Complaint
- How to File a Vehicle Service Contract Claim
- How to File an Extended Warranty Robocall Complaint
- How to Purchase a Vehicle Service Contract
- Making a Vehicle Service Contract Claim
- Powertrain Service Contracts
- Questions to Ask When Purchasing a Vehicle Service Contract
- Report Misleading Extended Car Warranty Mail Offers
- Should I Buy a Car Warranty?
- The Difference Between a Manufacturer's Warranty and a Vehicle Service Contract
- Tire Maintenance
- Types of Vehicle Service Contracts
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Vehicle Protection Services
- Vehicle Service Contract Buying Tips and Advice
- Vehicle Service Contract Product Information
- Vehicle Service Contract Resources for Consumers
- Vehicle Service Contracts
- Vehicle Service Plan
- Consumers - Standards of Conduct
- Consumers Standards of Conduct
- Contact Us - Contact the VPA
- Contact the VPA
- Journalists - Journalist Certification
- Certification
- Journalists - Journalist FAQ
- Journalist FAQ
- Journalists - Journalist Resources
- Automotive Service Contract Regulations
- Journalist Resources
- The Importance of Independent Vehicle Service Contract Providers
- Vehicle Service Contracts
- Journalists - Journalist Standards of Conduct
- Standards of Conduct VPA
- Journalists - Journalists Overview
- VPA Overview for Journalists
- Journalists - Schedule an Interview
- Schedule an Interview
- Members - Member Certification
- Member Certification
- Members - Member Events
- Events
- Members - Member Login Page
- Login
- Members Archive
- VPA Member Resources
- Members - Member Resources
- Certified Vendor Companies
- December 2009 Horizons Newsletter
- November 2009 Member Newsletter
- VPA Member e-Newsletters
- Members - Member Resources - Public
- Public Member Resources
- Regulatory Guide
- Vehicle Service Contract BBB and Insurer Ratings
- Members - Members Overview
- Members Overview
- Members - Report an Issue
- Member Complaint
- Members - Standard of Conduct
- Members Standards of Conduct
- Prospective Members - Join the VPA
- Join the VPA
- Prospective Members - Member Benefits
- Member Benefits
- Prospective Members - Prospective Member FAQ
- Prospective Member FAQ
- Prospective Members - Prospective Members
- Regulatory Guide
- Prospective Members - Prospective Members Overview
- Prospective Member Overview
- Prospective Members - Prospective Members Standards of Conduct
- Standards of Conduct
- Prospective Members - Prospective Memeber Certification
- Certification Information for Prospective VPA Members
- Regulators - Regulator Certification
- VPA Certification Information for Regulators
- Regulators - Regulator FAQ
- Regulator FAQ
- Regulators - Regulator Overview
- VPA Overview for Regulators
- Regulators - Regulator Resources
- Advertising Standards for VPA Members
- Guidelines for Outbound Telemarketing in the Vehicle Service Contract Industry
- Resources for Regulators
- Regulators - Regulator Standards of Conduct
- Standards of Conduct
- Regulators - Schedule a Briefing
- Schedule a Briefing
- Vehicle Service Contracts
- Buying an Auto Services Contract
- Car Service Contracts 101
- How to Buy Vehicle Service Plans
