Cars
At some point in your life you will own a car! So the sooner you familiarize yourself with this topic the better.
First, check out our Car Buying Guide. Why is it different? Because it frankly tells you the truth. Then check out our dozens of articles that cover everything from gas prices to insurance to auto theft to renting a car on vacation plus much more!
So, let's get to work! Fasten your seat belt... its going to be an exciting ride!
Beware of Flood Damaged Vehicles When Purchasing Used
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused a lot of flooding. Flooding damages large numbers of vehicles every year. Consumers need to be aware that flood da…
This Ticket is NOT Fine!
You're a law-abiding citizen, but crooks don't care.
They've rolled out a new scheme designed to make you pay for "breaking the law" &mdahs; even if …
Are Safe Driving Apps...SAFE?!?!?
Phones and traffic don't mix. But do safe driving apps help, or do they hurt? There's a lot to it—from many different perspectives—so re…
Gas Prices Hurting Your Wallet? Check Out These Tips
When gas prices increase, your wallet can feel the pinch. Fluctuating prices make it hard to budget. The following tips can help you save money wheth…
New Tricks of Today's Car Buying Trade!
Buying a car soon? Be aware of the changed car market! Hit the brakes and start by watching this video.
Why You Don't Want to Let an Auto Insurance Company Track Your Driving Habits
An investigation of telematics, or usage-based, auto insurance programs by Consumer Reports (CR) reveals that auto insurers collect substantial amou…
Car Repossession: There's Only Bad and Ugly
If you can't make your car payments on time, you may be at risk of getting your car being taken away, or "repossessed". It won’t be a fun ride, gu…
Bayside Car Dealership Ordered to Pay Restitution after Allegedly Scamming Customers
A Bayside car dealership that allegedly engaged in deceptive businesses practices targeting Chinese-speaking customers has been ordered by a Queens ju…
FTC Sends Nearly $1.5 Million to Victims of Bronx Honda's Illegal Financing and Sales Practices
African-American or Hispanic, and looking for a car? This dealership charged you more, FTC claims. $1.5 million paid out to victims.
Source: www.ftc.…
9 Billion Paid by Volkswagen to Owners Hoodwinked by "Clean Diesel" Ads!
Source: www.ftc.gov
In a final summary filed in federal court today, the Federal Trade Commission reported that Volkswagen and Porsche repaid a total…
Are Young People Easy Targets for Car Sellers?
The car buying process—including car loans—is a complicated process, with many potential pitfalls. Especially if you’re young and less experie…
Amazing New Ways to Buy a New or Used Car!
Have you seen the amazing new ways to buy a car? Vending machines that dispense cars. Buy unseen! Pay on the spot! Free CarFax Reports! All that sou…
How Often Do You Review Your Insurance Coverage?
Insurance in its various forms helps protect us from financial loss, yet we don't think much about it until we need it. Reviewing your insurance polic…
Reduce Your Risk of Being a Victim of Auto Theft
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a motor vehicle is stolen approximately every 41 seconds. That adds up to ove…
Gas Prices Hurting Your Wallet? These Tips Can Help
Have you noticed higher gas prices at the pump recently? Gas prices are rising and they are expected to continue their upward trend for a while. The f…
What to Know about Disaster Scams
Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, forest fires, and tornadoes happen all around us. Unfortunately, this is a prime opportunity for scammers, as t…
Effortless New Ways to Buy and Finance a Vehicle
But Watch Out. Effortless Does Not Guarantee Cheaper Or Better.
Remar founded the Consumer Task Force for Automotive Issues and is the author of a be…
Security National Automotive Acceptance Company (SNAAC) Fined $1.25 Million for Violating Consent Order
Auto Loan Company Failed to Provide Redress for Illegal Collection Tactics
Renting a Car on Vacation? What Insurance Do You Need?
Many people enjoy "destination" vacations where they fly to the location then rent a car for local transportation. When you rent a vehicle, it's impor…
CFPB Finds One-in-Five Auto Title Loan Borrowers Have Vehicle Seized for Failing to Repay Debt
Source: www.consumerfinance.gov
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today issued a report finding that one-in-five borrowers who take out…
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