Take the backroad with peace of mind with roadside assistance. Those who live in the rural parts of Greenville and the Upstate will appreciate the security of having experts on the way when a flat tire or a dead battery is involved. Add roadside assistance to avoid making that headache of being stranded on the side of the road even more of a problem.

Add a prepaid maintenance plan for even more covered services. While an extended warranty will cover manufacturer or part defects, a prepaid maintenance plan will cover ordinary services, like an oil change, tire rotation and more, for a specified amount of time.

Guaranteed Asset Protection insurance, or GAP insurance, is a handy add-on that covers the difference between what your model is worth and what you still owe on your auto loan. Your auto insurance company will only write a check for your model's appraised value, leaving you with the remaining amount of your loan. Consider adding GAP insurance if you're financing a large amount or driving a more expensive model.