Image by Diego Bircher from Pixabay You probably remember getting a toy as a kid that just broke right out of the box. Maybe it was just a five-dollar piece of plastic, but it still hurt when something was broken through no fault of your own, and you probably wanted a new toy to replace it. While there may not have been a policy in place for something that little, luckily, there is a policy to protect consumers from cars that break down while they’re still brand new.

Photo by Erik Mclean on Unsplash What is a Monroney sticker, you ask? Every new vehicle has one, and you’ve likely seen them countless times in your life but didn’t know what they are actually called. If you’ve ever gone shopping for a new or used vehicle, you’ve seen Monroney stickers in all their glory. What if you don’t need to buy a vehicle and are just looking for the best car detail shops in your city?

Photo by Dan Gold on Unsplash Only a handful of states in the nation specifically address used vehicle sales in their lemon laws. While there are not explicit Colorado lemon laws for used cars on the books, that doesn’t mean that you are left with no recourse at all. If your vehicle is still covered until warranty, a federal statute that protects consumers from purchasing a lemon will apply, and there are other consumer protection laws as well.

Source: Pixabay Hawaii is one of the natural gems of the world and provides some of the most breathtaking landscapes imaginable. With this, however, there are some challenges for residents when it comes to getting around. With its tropical climate and occasional rough terrain, picking a vehicle that can handle the roads and weather is as important as anywhere. If you’re looking into buying a car in Hawaii, you’re in luck!

Photo by Florian Olivo on Unsplash The title is one of the more important things you need to look at if you’re in the market for a used car. This piece of paperwork can tell you a lot about a vehicle’s history and condition, work you may need to perform on it, even how much insurance is going to cost. Many people will tell you to avoid buying a vehicle with a “salvage” or “rebuilt” title, as it means the car may have been through the ringer a time or two, and might not be in the best condition.

Photo by Andrew Seaman on Unsplash The legal process to buying a car can vary depending on where you live, as each state’s agency has their own requirements for driver licensing and vehicle registration. If you have never had to walk through this process before, or only have experience with purchasing a vehicle in another state, all the red tape can seem a bit confusing at first. This guide will cover everything you need to know about how to buy a car in Indiana, whether you are purchasing new or used, from a dealership or a private owner.

Photo by Maxim Hopman on Unsplash The first automatic car, the Oldsmobile, first rolled off the factory floor in 1948. And by the 80s, automatic vehicles began to overtake the stick shift as the transmission of choice, and their popularity has only continued to grow over the past 40 years. Since then, the hot debate between drivers has been all about automatic versus manual vehicles. Purists want everyone behind the wheel of a stick, and many other drivers prefer the convenience of a clutch-free vehicle.

Photo by Christoph von Gellhorn on Unsplash If you’re planning on buying a used car any time soon, consider yourself lucky to live in Arizona. The process is thankfully straightforward, so whether you just moved out to the Grand Canyon State to appreciate the warm weather and stunning landscape or you’ve spent your whole life among the saguaros, buying a used car in Arizona should be a piece of cake, as long as you follow these simple steps.

Photo by Łukasz Nieścioruk on Unsplash Imagine this scenario. You find a car listing online and meet the seller in the mall parking lot. Everything seems fine, so you make the purchase, but a few weeks later, the engine throws a rod. Annoyed, you call the seller, only to find that they’ve disappeared. Now you’re stuck with a clunker, and a stranger has made off with your money in a curbstoning scam.

Photo by Timon Studler on Unsplash Buying a used car in Illinois can sound like a daunting task, but the complexity, which might scare you, is in place to protect buyers from predatory sellers. Proper titling ensures that you aren’t buying a stolen car, or later being accused of stealing the car you rightfully bought. Illinois also doesn’t want you buying a hunk of junk that can only make it off the lot before failing on you.