Dealer Fraud

Buying a new vehicle can be a very stressful process. Those shopping on the used vehicle market, in particular, are often quick to make offers on vehicles that meet their basic criteria. They simply want to get the process over with as quickly as possible. Most...

Many dealerships advertise offering competitive terms for trade-ins. They accept vehicles in poor condition when people need to acquire new transportation. The buyers can use the value of that vehicle to help pay for their new vehicle. Some dealerships actually fix up...

It is generally advisable to test drive a vehicle before making a decision to purchase it. Unfortunately, not everyone is safe and respectful during test drives. Some people are very aggressive drivers and could potentially damage a vehicle that belongs to a...

The thrill of buying a new car is unmatched, whether it’s your first time at a dealership or you are adding a new vehicle to your collection. However, this exciting endeavor can quickly turn sour if you realize that you were sold a lemon. One strategy that...

Purchasing used vehicles can be a nerve-wracking experience. The average person doesn't have enough knowledge about vehicles to identify latent defects or thoroughly analyze a used vehicle. They require that the seller honestly disclose information about the vehicle...

Buying a vehicle usually requires considerable research so that you can better ensure that you find the one you want with the features that are important to you. For example, some people want to find a good deal on a low-mileage vehicle. But, there are times when the...

People in the market for a used vehicle may turn to a dealership to find one. They will then likely expect that the salespeople will be forthcoming about the condition of any particular vehicle. Flood damage is one issue that might not seem like a huge deal; however,...

Many humorous depictions of vehicle salespeople have historically included elements of odometer fraud. Even cartoons might show a salesperson driving a vehicle backward or hooking wires up to a drill to reverse the odometer to show misconduct on the part of the...

Those buying used vehicles in Pennsylvania often worry about rust and salt damage. When winter weather drops ice and snow on Pennsylvania streets, the Department of Transportation addresses that hazard both by manually removing the snow and chemically melting it. The...

Car dealers are notorious for adding junk fees onto the cost of vehicles. Consumers are often focused on the large number at the top of an invoice and less on the multitude of smaller charges underneath it. However, they add up – and some charges may be tied to...