• Which brand should you purchase?
• Where should you buy it?
• Where should you get installed?
• Will it damage your car?
• Will it void the factory warranty?

Remote car starters have become more popular and more affordable over the past few years, and considering our temperature in Saskatchewan, they are especially popular here. Not only are remote starters convenient, they are also good for your vehicle.

While using a remote starter, you will tend to let your vehicle warm up for a longer duration of time, and this will allow the oil to circulate through the engine and warm up the in the transmission. The automatic cold-starting feature is great for those who do not have access to a plug-in. This feature allows users to start the car automatically - either at timed intervals or when the block temperature gets dow to a low level.

Keyless entry and Trunk Activation is another popular feature, it allows you to unlock and lock your doors - open your trunk, without the hassle of looking for the key hole. Although it is usually a little more money because of the additional installation and parts.

When purchasing a Remote Car Starter, ask about onsite installation for convenient servicing both during and after purchase. Find out if the installation technicians are experienced and what type of training they have.

Because the remote starter unit will be integrated with your vehicle's electrical system, installation is very important part of your investment. Make sure you choose a shop that will stand behind its work.

Tell the salesperson about your car so he or she can match a product to your needs. Is it fuel injected, gas or diesel, automatic or standard transmission, and does it have a factory alarm or anti-theft system?

Look for features that include over-revving protection, starter overturn protection, automatic cold starting, keyless entry, and alarm compatibility as well as the new anti-theft by-pass capability.

Remember, "you get what you pay for" when you purchase a remote car starter. A good product, installed by a trained technician, will not damage vehicle or void a factory warranty.