Hybrids keep a gas engine and transmission
A hybrid has two powertrains: the familiar engine and transmission plus electric motors and a battery.
For Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Owners
Hybrid and EV Protection Plans
Your battery warranty may last for years, but the rest of your car’s factory coverage often ends much sooner. Atlas hybrid and EV protection plans help cover eligible repairs to the high-tech systems in between.
Coverage options for eligible hybridsElectrical and tech systems on broader plans24-hour roadside assistance on every plan
Serving drivers since 2021
20,000+ customers helped
$1,000,000+ in claims paid
ASE-certified repair shops nationwide
Sample contracts available before you buy
Beyond the battery
Your Battery Warranty Isn’t Your Whole Car
Most EVs and hybrids come with a high-voltage battery warranty of at least 8 years or 100,000 miles, and some states require longer coverage on certain models. But the vehicle’s bumper-to-bumper warranty is often far shorter, commonly around 3 years or 36,000 miles. After that, the screens, sensors, climate system and much of the electronics are no longer covered by the factory.
High-voltage battery warranty
Often 8 yrs / 100,000 mi or more.
Battery and vehicle warranty terms vary by manufacturer, model and state. Check your warranty booklet for your exact terms. Typical terms shown; yours may differ.
Repair Cost Insights
What’s Under the Hood of a Hybrid or EV
Electrified cars trade some old parts for new ones, and many are high-tech and expensive to replace.
Climate control runs on electricity
Many hybrids and EVs use electric A/C compressors and battery heating and cooling systems.
Power electronics manage the energy
Inverters, converters and onboard chargers control how power moves through the car.
The tech you use every day
Touchscreens, cameras, sensors and driver-assistance features are standard on most electrified models.
A 12-volt battery still matters
Most EVs and hybrids also use a regular 12-volt battery, which is typically covered by the standard vehicle warranty, not the battery warranty.
Battery and vehicle warranty terms vary by manufacturer, model and state.
Hybrid vs. EV
Hybrid or Fully Electric? What to Check Before Your Warranty Ends
| Hybrid / plug-in hybrid | Electric vehicle | |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gas engine, transmission, electric motors and battery | Electric drive unit and battery |
| Check in your warranty booklet | Hybrid system and battery terms; bumper-to-bumper end date | Battery and drive unit terms; bumper-to-bumper end date |
| Systems to think about after factory coverage | Engine, transmission, cooling, electronics, climate | Power electronics, onboard charging hardware, climate, electronics |
Home charging equipment is separate from the vehicle and isn’t covered by a vehicle protection plan.
Coverage Options
Plans for Hybrids and EVs
Exclusive
Best for: newer EVs and hybrids with lots of electronicsEvery part is covered unless the contract specifically lists it as an exclusion.
Exclusionary coverageElectrical and tech24-hour roadside
Deluxe
Best for: daily drivers who’d need a rental during repairsBroad coverage for major mechanical and electrical systems.
Major systemsRental car benefitsTrip interruption
Coverage, limits and exclusions vary by plan and are defined in your contract.
How Atlas Car Protection Plans Work
1
Get your free quote
Tell us about your vehicle and see the plans it qualifies for in about two minutes.
2
Choose your coverage
Compare four levels, read the sample contract and pick a payment option that fits.
3
Drive with a plan
If a covered part breaks, take your car to a qualifying shop. Approved covered repairs may be paid directly to the shop. See how claims work.
Included with every plan
Repair Coverage That Fits Your Car and Budget
Every Atlas plan comes with more than repair coverage.
Repairs on electrified vehicles may require technicians trained on high-voltage systems; covered repairs go to qualifying facilities, subject to your contract’s terms.
Towing
If your vehicle can’t be driven, we’ll arrange a tow to the closest approved repair facility.
Your choice of repair shop
Qualifying ASE-certified facilities or dealerships nationwide.
Direct repair payments
Approved covered repairs may be paid directly to the shop.
Budget-friendly payments
Spread the cost over time.
Coverage that travels
Move or cross state lines, and your protection stays in place.
Hybrid and EV Protection Plan FAQs
Does an Atlas plan cover the high-voltage battery?
It depends on the plan. Battery coverage isn’t included on every plan. In the sample contracts, Exclusive covers a hybrid battery only if the Hybrid Vehicles Surcharge is selected and paid, and Essential Plus covers an EV battery only if the optional EV Battery Surcharge is elected. In the Essential Plus sample, a battery counts as broken down only when it holds less than 70% of its original capacity, and a $1,000 deductible applies. Deluxe lists extra covered parts for EVs and hybrids, such as the traction motor, onboard charger and power inverters, but not the battery pack. Powertrain Choice doesn’t list EV parts. Anything a contract doesn’t list isn’t covered, so check the sample contract for each plan.
Is my battery still under warranty?
Check your warranty booklet or ask a brand dealer with your VIN. Battery terms are often longer than the rest of the factory warranty, and some states require longer coverage on certain models.
Are plug-in hybrids eligible?
Hybrids and plug-in hybrids can be eligible, and some sample contracts address plug-in hybrid batteries. Eligibility depends on vehicle type, age, mileage and condition. A quote shows what your car qualifies for.
Is my home charger covered?
No. Home charging equipment isn’t part of the vehicle and isn’t covered by a vehicle protection plan.
Can any shop repair my EV?
Repairs to high-voltage systems may require specially trained technicians. Covered repairs can be done at qualifying facilities, subject to your contract’s terms.
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Four coverage levels to choose from24-hour roadside assistance on every planQualifying repair shops and dealerships nationwideRead the sample contract before you buy
Eligibility depends on vehicle type, age, mileage and condition.
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Deductibles and exclusions may apply. Some vehicles may not be eligible, and not every repair is covered under every plan. Review your contract for complete terms, limits and exclusions. Atlas Vehicle Protection sells vehicle service contracts, which are not manufacturer warranties or insurance.