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...
Many different factors influence how much people will pay for a used vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle, the overall consumer satisfaction and safety rating of the model, and even appearance can influence what someone will pay for a specific used vehicle when...
The ads at a local dealership seem to be virtually screaming promises at you lately. No money down? No problem. Bad credit? As long as your income is steady, they’ll get you a vehicle. It all sounds very promising -- but you know that anything that seems too good to...
When you walk into a car dealership, the salesperson probably acts as if they just want to help you make the right decision. However, what they really want to do is get you to make a sale -- no matter what it takes. For one thing, car salespeople are typically paid...
Many car owners appreciate the convenience that comes with jumping in their vehicle and going wherever they like on a whim. Most anyone who has access to an automobile couldn't envision living their life without it. Most motorists who finance their vehicles assume...
Buying a brand new vehicle is a major investment that probably makes you feel proud. A new vehicle looks good and can be fun to learn how to handle. Adjusting to new technology and getting everything in the vehicle to align with your personal preferences is an...
Most of us purchase items new, including cars, because we assume that they'll work better than the used ones that we have. What you may not realize is how common it is for newer vehicles to have defects, though. Lemon laws aim to protect buyers from purchasing...
Pennsylvania state law carefully regulates auto dealerships and vehicle sale transactions. By requiring transparency and honesty, as well as records of vehicle sales, the state government helps protect consumers from dealership fraud. One of the most common forms of...
Car dealers keen to turn a profit often fail to tell the whole truth about a vehicle’s history. They may even lie outright. One report suggests that half of all vehicles damaged in the floods across the country are later sold. However, it does not say what percentage...