Lemon law buyback Vs. Product Recall
What is a vehicle safety recall? In the auto industry, a product recall means that the vehicle has a defect or problem that poses an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle…
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Used Vehicle Buying Tips
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ClearVin’s Used Vehicle Buying Tips section helps you make smarter, data-informed purchasing decisions. Learn how to use VIN reports, inspection details, and market values to evaluate a vehicle’s true condition. Whether you’re buying from a dealer, auction, or private seller, our guides provide the tools you need to purchase safely and confidently.
How to handle open vehicle recall?
To get started, let’s review what is an open recall. A motor vehicle recall occurs when a manufacturer (or the NHTSA) determines that a car has a safety-related defect. Also,…
What warranty options can be offered for a used car?
As a result of frequent fraud on the used car market, the Federal Trade Commission began requiring used car dealers to provide clients with a document which specifies whether the…
How to check if your VIN is Authentic
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) tampering is an increasingly common issue in the used car market. Some dishonest sellers manipulate or replace VINs to hide damage history or to disguise stolen…
Buying a Used Car? How to Check the Documents
There are multiple benefits to purchasing a used car. Firstly, they often cost less than new ones, and if you’re planning to use it for only a couple of years…
Used Car Buying To-Do List
Ask for a test drive. Whether you buy a used car from a dealer or an individual, ask to test drive the car under varied road conditions—on hills, highways, and…
The Vehicle Safety Recalls
A vehicle recall occurs when a manufacturer (or the NHTSA) determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal safety standard. A defect may…
Signs That You Need to Change Your Oil
Engine oil is a thick fluid that provides lubrication and cooling for vehicle engines. It keeps all the moving parts protected and prevents them from rubbing against one another. Metal…
How to avoid buying a car with a lien?
Buying a pre-owned car is an excellent option for those who are looking for a cheap vehicle, but it is also loaded with uncertainty and can be a daunting process. To…
Car shopping from the comfort of your home
We got used to buying little stuff over the internet a long time ago, but now online marketplaces offer whatever we might be in need of, even cars, motorcycles, boats,…
