Audi, Ford, Honda, Volkswagen, and Toyota offer the best extended warranties from car manufacturers with varying levels of coverage and benefits.
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About The Writer:
David Straughan is a writer, researcher, and newshound from Durham, North Carolina. After a five-year stint in Ningbo, China covering local news, culture, and events, David returned to his hometown to continue his writing career and began specializing in the automotive field. Now, as Automoblog’s Senior Content Associate, he splits his time crafting in-depth features, researching and reviewing companies, and keeping his finger on the pulse of automotive industry news.
When he’s not producing content for Automoblog, you can find David spoiling his cats, listening to music and podcasts, or catching a movie in Durham. You may also run into David in a city near you on his endless quest for the next great cup of coffee.
Expertise:
Automotive industry news, culture, and insights
Auto insurance, loans, shipping and warranties
Aftermarket car components and accessories
Agency and Automotive Writing Experience:
Senior Writer, Automoblog – 2021 – Present
Digital Content Manager and Strategist, Strutmasters – 2016 – 2020
Previous Professional Experience:
Writer and Editor, Interrogating Justice – 2020 – 2021
Writer and Editor, North Carolina News Daily – 2020
Editor, Ningbo Guide – 2014 – 2016
Editor-in-Chief, Ningbo Focus – 2012 – 2014
Education:
B.A., Media Studies, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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