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The 23 Most Dangerous Cars On The Road

These vehicles are up to five times more likely to have had a fatal crash
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The Most-Loved Cars and Car Brands in America

These 13 models and six brands inspire devotion, with their original owners keeping them 15 years or more
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The Best and Worst States for Fuel Efficiency and Hybrid/EV Adoption

Arkansas, Washington, and California saw the biggest improvement in their state’s average MPG figures, while South Carolina, Rhode Island, and the Dakotas saw the smallest improvements in statewide fuel efficiency
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Used Cars Under $20K Are Making a Comeback

Used car affordability rebounds as sub-$20,000 models grow by 30 percent
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Tesla Model 3 Leads Ongoing Plunge in Used Electric Vehicle Prices

Used EV values are down 25 percent in the past year versus a 4 percent drop for gasoline cars
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The Longest-Lasting Cars, Trucks and SUVs To Reach 250,000 Miles and Beyond

These 30 vehicles have up to a 36 percent chance of reaching a quarter million miles
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Consumers Battle High Prices By Buying Older Used Cars

Cars 10 years old or older gain 30 percent in used car market share
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Prices of Used EVs Drop Below Used Gas Cars for the First Time

Used EV values continue to fall much faster than the average used gas car values
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Cars Are Half as Colorful as They Were 20 Years Ago

Only 20 percent of today’s cars are non-grayscale colors (white, black, gray, and silver) compared to 40 percent in 2004
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Tesla, Porsche, Lucid Have Most Projected Lifetime Recalls; Mini, Lexus and Mercedes, the Least

The 25 best and worst cars for shoppers looking to avoid recall-related hassles
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What Is a VIN Generator and Why Car Buyers Should Care?

Protect yourself from fake VINs and costly used-car scams to ensure you're buying a legitimate car
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How To Check a Vehicle’s MSRP With Its VIN

Use a car's VIN to find its original MSRP and gain a key advantage in your negotiations
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How To Determine Engine Size From a VIN

A VIN check is for more than just vehicle history — it can also reveal the car's original engine specs
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The Essential Guide To Verifying a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

This simple verification is one of your best defensea against hidden damage and title fraud
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How To Look Up Recalls By VIN

This quick step is a non-negotiable step for used car shoppers to take before making a purchase
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How To Look Up Vehicle Specifications By VIN

This 17-digit code reveals a car’s factory specs, safety recalls and more
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How To Get an Accurate Car Value Using a VIN
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What Is VIN Tracing? A Complete Guide To Protecting Your Vehicle Purchase

What is VIN tracing and why is it crucial for vehicle safety and legal compliance?
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Why Electric Vehicle Range Declines Over Time — and How To Plan for It

A clear look at how and why EV batteries lose range, what it means for buyers and owners, and the habits that can help slow it down
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How To Run a Free VIN Check Using .gov Websites

Learn how to piece together a vehicle's official history, from open safety recalls to hidden title records, starting with free government websites
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What Is VIN Cloning? An Essential Guide for Car Buyers

Learn about the significant financial, legal, and safety risks of unknowingly purchasing a cloned vehicle
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Branded Car Titles Explained: A Complete Guide for Buyers

What title brands are, how to verify them, and a comprehensive list of common U.S. vehicle brands

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