When you’re looking at a new car or are visiting a used car lot, you may ask to see a CARFAX or other documents about the vehicle you’re interested in. That paperwork tells you a lot about the car, but it may not tell you everything that there is to know about the...
People often think that buying a used vehicle through a dealership is a safer option than buying a used vehicle on the open market. The concern is that someone advertising a car for sale on the side of the road or through a classified ad might actually run some kind...
The purchase of a new or used automobile can cause some anxiety. Consumers may feel this way because they know some dealers rely on fraud or misrepresentation to make a sale. People just want to buy a car that will last a long time without getting ripped off....
A test drive helps you determine if a vehicle is the right fit for you. You can love a vehicle's design and then realize after a test drive that the way it handles doesn't work for you. Of course, anytime you go for a drive, there's always the risk of a crash. What...
When you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you may want to look into used cars to save money. It makes sense to purchase a well-known brand, and with low miles, any vehicle on a lot might catch your interest. You should be cautious, though, because there is a chance...
It has long been known that buying a vehicle off of Craigslist or eBay is a risky venture. Educated consumers can spot the common fraudster a mile away. Criminals have a sordid history of taking advantage of people with deals that are too good to be true. The Federal...
The used car market is pretty tight right now. Shortages have made it harder than ever for car lots to remain full. Some less-savory characters may even be tempted to put a few known “lemons” on their lots (with just enough repairs to make them look like a good deal)...
When you are in the market for a new car, there are many different options you may be looking into. You might want to buy a car, truck or van. You may have a specific model in mind or only a price range to consider. Some dealers may try to manipulate buyers who aren’t...
Buying a used car from a dealership is often considered a safer option than buying it from an individual. One step that you should take when you’re purchasing a used vehicle from any source is check the title. A car’s title can tell you a lot about the vehicle, but...
The vehicle market is subject to constant change due to ownership habits and market demand. There has been a notable shortage of quality used vehicles in recent months, leading to dealerships aggressively competing with one another for trade-in vehicles. Some...