Consumology

AutoVantage is Affinion’s very own membership-based program for automotives. As an AutoVantage member, one gains access to money-saving deals in buying, owning, or renting a car.

For a start, Affinion’s automotive club serves up-to-the-minute information on new and used automobiles, from cars to trucks to vans. This includes the most recent model valuations and car summaries.

Members can avail of as much as $250 in savings when buying used vehicles. Prospective buyers of used cars also receive assistance care of Carperks.

Perks by AutoVantage extend to new vehicles. Members can buy or lease new cars for $500 off the lowest-selling Internet price.

There are also AutoVantage discounts for truck and car rentals. Premier companies like Avis and Budget can rent out a ride for 25% less the price.

For members who do have cars, maintenance and repair become hassle-free affairs with AutoVantage. The program consolidates a network of 19,000 service centers across the US. At these centers, AutoVantage members take advantage of savings on tune-ups, paintwork, transmissions, and many other repair and maintenance services. Furthermore, members can call for help 24/7 from 10,000 participating roadside assistance providers. These centers will charge no more than $80 for an emergency occurrence. Affinion’s AutoVantage club also offers discounts through ongoing partnerships with such companies as AAMCO, Meineke Car Care Center, Jiffy Lube, Dr. Vinyl, Maaco, Merlin Muffler & Brake, and Dr. Nick’s.