As an added benefit, you also receive complimentary ID Theft Protection* for yourself and your family. This comprehensive suite of high-value protective services and benefits includes best-in-class fraud prevention and remediation services, paired with 24/7 customer service, making it an outstanding solution for the protection of your family’s sensitive and vulnerable digital lives. A vehicle service contract is a paid plan that helps cover costly car repairs and takes effect once the new vehicle warranty has expired. Often called an extended car warranty, a vehicle service contracts can cover both new and used cars, but as the car ages, the likelihood of it needing repairs rises.