Car dealer service packages are often presented as valuable additions to a vehicle purchase, promising peace of mind and extended care. However, understanding what these packages truly offer—and ...

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Did you go in for simple car maintenance, then get hit with “critical” repair recommendations that cost far more? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

You may think the hard work is done once you’ve negotiated a good price on a new car. But before you can leave, you’ll have to sign paperwork in the dealership’s finance and insurance (F&I) office.