Consolidation in the automotive F&I space—especially in vehicle service contracts, GAP, and ancillary products—has reshaped the market in ways that are not always beneficial to independent agencies. Large provider roll-ups promise scale, efficiency, and broader product portfolios, but they also create a quiet crisis for agents seeking to grow their business by acquiring new clients.
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The EFG Companies announces a new comprehensive product administration platform targeting product providers and administrators seeking to expand their business. EFG Admin Solutions enables rapid product portfolio expansion, with faster time-to-market, expanded product offerings, entry into new markets, and accelerated growth—without increasing operational infrastructure. For more information, visit www.efgcompanies.com
Full Release: https://efgcompanies.com/wp-content/uploads/EFG-Admin-Solutions.pdf
A white paper from Meramec Secure® related to the national landscape on Right to Repair Legislation at the state level.
Right-to-repair legislation has emerged as a significant development in U.S. product regulation, consumer protection, and post-sale service markets. As of mid-2026, eight states have enacted broad consumer-electronics right-to-repair laws, with effective dates in effect or firmly scheduled: New York, California, Minnesota, Oregon, Colorado, Washington, Connecticut, and Texas. In parallel, other states have adopted narrower statutes addressing motor vehicles, agricultural equipment, and wheelchairs, while all fifty states have at least considered some form of right-to-repair proposal.
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Effective January 1, 2027, a new Iowa law under HF2756 brings a comprehensive overhaul of Iowa’s regulation of service companies that offer motor vehicle and residential service contracts. The law affects new licensing requirements, fees, disclosures, claims handling, and enforcement.
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Interesting article about rolling products into the price of a vehicle sale and the potential issues with federal laws.
Full Article: https://www.fi-magazine.com/articles/line-1-is-not-a-junk-drawer
17th Annual Extended Warranty & Service Contract Innovations Conference Scheduled for October 7-9, 2026, at The Drake Hotel, Chicago
As AI, increasing consumer expectations, and evolving business models redefine the warranty and service contract marketplace, leaders from across the automotive, consumer electronics, home, appliance, retail, financial services, legal, and technology sectors will gather October 7-9, 2026, at The Drake Hotel in Chicago for the 17th Annual Extended Warranty & Service Contract Innovations Conference. www.warrantyinnovations.com
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June 9 | 3:00–4:00 PM ET | Virtual
AI-SWLM (Service Warranty Lifecycle Management) Think Tank Showcase
During this live event, attendees will hear directly about the most recent launch of Circuitry.ai’s Warranty Decision Intelligence to support faster, more consistent claims decisions at CARS Protection Plus. Engage in live discussion, ask questions, and see how the AI-powered warranty platform empowers claims adjusters to resolve claims faster with greater consistency and clearer servicer communications.
As warranty organizations face growing pressure to reduce costs, improve accuracy, accelerate claims decisions, and manage increasing operational complexity, AI is emerging as a critical enabler of smarter, faster, and more consistent decision-making across the warranty lifecycle.
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A new distribution pathway for warranty product providers, TPAs, and administrators ready to reach markets faster and more cost-effectively – across any product category.
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Driven F&I Solutions today announced the availability of Express FnI eContracting, a standalone eContracting platform purpose-built for warranty product providers, third-party administrators, and service contract organizations looking for a faster, more scalable path to market – without the overhead of a full administration system build.
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The bill, pending Governor Green’s signature, prohibits unsolicited mail or email that uses high-pressure tactics or is likely to make a consumer believe the sender is affiliated with someone it isn’t and is asking for money.
Full Article: https://natlawreview.com/article/hawaii-bans-deceptive-warranty-mail-and-emails-all-you-need-know-about-hb-1511
“This is not just a report—it’s a working guide to how warranty actually operates today,” said Mike Roberts, MR Insights. “It gives leaders the clarity and insight needed to move beyond reactive processes and start using warranty as a strategic lever for performance, quality, and customer experience.”
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