Learn how to confirm if a car still has factory, powertrain, emissions, or CPO coverage using VIN tools, automaker portals, and smart DIY steps—no dealership calls required.
Read MoreShopping CPO? Learn how certified pre-owned warranties work, what carries over from the factory warranty, how to verify coverage by VIN, and the pitfalls to avoid.
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Understand the differences between powertrain and bumper-to-bumper warranties, what each covers and excludes, and how to verify warranty status using VIN checks and title records.
Read MoreA comprehensive review of the 2024 Ford F-150, covering what's new, trims, engines, towing, interior tech, safety, and the best configurations for different buyers.
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Thinking about buying a used car? Learn what a paid Carfax gets you, what information you can check for free, and how to combine free sources to lower risk.
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GM, Ford, and Stellantis are signaling strong opposition to a potential U.S.–Japan tariff arrangement, arguing it could tilt the playing field in favor of Japanese rivals. Here’s what’s at stake for pricing, jobs, and the EV transition.
Read MoreThe 2026 Toyota Corolla leans into a bold design, smarter standard tech, and an upgraded safety suite, making this compact a standout daily driver for value, reliability, and modern convenience.
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Buying a car in Pennsylvania? Learn exactly how to check for title brands like salvage, reconstructed, flood, and odometer issues using the VIN, NMVTIS, NICB, PennDOT records, and inspection tips.
Read MoreLearn how an Illinois license plate can help you spot used-car fraud. From mismatched tags to counterfeit temps, here are the plate-based red flags and legal ways to verify a vehicle before you buy.
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A step-by-step guide to registering an out-of-state car in California, including required documents, emissions rules, fees, special cases, and a practical VIN research workflow.
Read MoreFord has issued a safety recall affecting more than 694,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs over a potential engine fire risk. Here’s what owners need to know and do next.
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Learn reliable, bank-free ways to check if a used car has a lien. This step-by-step guide covers VIN checks, NMVTIS, DMV tools, records searches, red flags, and safe ways to complete a purchase.
Read MoreCurious about rebuilt titles in California? Learn what a revived salvage title actually means, how the DMV and CHP process works, and whether buying one is a smart move for your budget and risk tolerance.
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A step-by-step guide to verify a California vehicle’s title and registration status using the VIN, including DMV tools, NMVTIS, lien checks, costs, and tips.
Read MoreStep-by-step 2025 guide for registering an out-of-state car in California, with documents, smog, VIN verification, fees, timelines, and risk-reduction tips for buyers, sellers, and small dealers.
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A practical guide for buyers, sellers, and small dealers on how common car modifications influence resale price, appraisal decisions, financing, insurance, and title-related risk—and how to research a modified vehicle using VIN and plate tools.
Read MoreDiscover the Toyota models that typically hold value best and learn a practical, step-by-step way to use a VIN to verify a vehicle’s true resale strength before you buy or sell.
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A data-aware guide to California cities where rebuilt (revived salvage) titles are commonly found, why it happens, and how buyers, sellers, and small dealers can research and reduce risk using VIN checks, plate lookups, and title review.
Read MoreLearn how to decode a 17‑digit GMC VIN to confirm engine, series, and model year, and how to use RPO codes and labels to identify trim and towing capacity accurately.
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