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Article & Description Date Consumer Rating
Crash Course in Collision Prevention and Preparation Now Available
Traffic collisions are at an all time high with around 20 million each year. In addition, drivers are grossly uneducated regarding collision procedures. [read more]
4-11-2006 5.73 / 10

Tips on Contributing Used Cars to Charity
New IRS rules regarding the deductibility of car donations came into effect. If your claimed car donation is in excess of $500, please review. [read more]
4-11-2006 7.22 / 10

Buying a New Car
By preparing yourself before you start shopping for a new car, you can make the buying process much easier. [read more]
4-11-2006 7.67 / 10

Buying a Used Car
To help you investigate and compare prices on a used car, several publications are available that give general guidance on value for many models. [read more]
4-11-2006 5.33 / 10

Don’t Get Soaked Buying a Flood-damaged Vehicle
Following every major flood or hurricane, scam artists try to pawn off flooded vehicles as standard secondhand cars. [read more]
3-7-2006 6.50 / 10

As Gas Prices Rise, so do the Number of Scams
Gas prices are reaching all time highs. So too is the volume of advertising for "gas-saving" products. [read more]
4-1-2006 5.00 / 10

It's official: Distracted drivers are dangerous
A scientific study show, drivers dabbing on makeup, chatting on cell phones or eating breakfast are three times as likely to be involved in a crash.[read more]
4-20-2006 5.00 / 10

Auto Insurance - Keeping the Cost Down
Collisions run up your insurance costs along with a dozen other factors, here are a few tips on how to save money and lower the cost of your total premium. [read more]
5-11-2006 5.00 / 10

Auto Repair and Services
When it's time for repairs you should know how to locate a reliable auto shop and a qualified mechanic. [read more]
6-20-2006 7.00 / 10

Filing An Auto Insurance Claim
The Better Business Bureau suggests the following tips to make sure things go smoothly after an auto accident. [read more]
6-21-2006 6.60 / 10

Renting A Car
Sometimes it is convenient having an "instant" auto, making rental cars a popular mode of transportation. [read more]
6-21-2006 7.67 / 10

Winterizing Your Car
Winter is just around the corner. Is your car prepared? Mechanical failure or other car problems can be deadly in winter conditions. [read more]
7-28-2006 6.00 / 10

Will Your Auto Insurance Weather the Storm?
In the United States the number of auto losses due to hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, large hailstorms and firestorms doubled in five years. [read more]
8-9-2006 1.03 / 10

Automobile Insurance
Losses from property damage, medical and legal costs, and lost income add up to billions of dollars annually for automobile mishaps. [read more]
9-10-2006 1.06 / 10

Know the Facts about Auto Service Contracts
Auto service contracts have become increasingly popular when shopping for a new or used car, before signing the BBB urges consumers check the terms. [read more]
8-10-2006 7.50 / 10

Know the Facts About Used Car Fraud Before You Buy
Buying a used Automobile is a great way to stretch your dollar, but you will want to learn the facts about the car before you shop. [read more]
8-10-2006 1.16 / 10

Purchasing a Car Online
Consumers can now make auto comparisons, get price quotes from dealers, obtain insurance, extended warranties, and even handle financing -- all online. [read more]
8-10-2006 5.33 / 10

Spot Delivery Complaints are on the Rise
"Spot delivery" by auto dealers can lead to some sad situations. The BBB offers some tips to avoid those sad situations. [read more]
8-10-2006 7.50 / 10

The High Cost of Gasoline
The cost of gasoline is at an all time high, so many motorists are wondering what they can do to improve the gas mileage of their automobiles. [read more]
8-10-2006 8.92 / 10

GM set to detail shift to fuel-saving technolog
Stung by criticism that it conspired to kill the electric car, General Motors Corp. is preparing to detail its commitment to new fuel-saving technologies.[read more]
11-30-2006 5.00 / 10

Millions Expected to Heat up the Holiday Season with Auto Purchases
With most auto manufacturers offering end of year deals many consumers are being tempted to consider a bigger than usual purchase. [read more]
2-15-2007 5.00 / 10

Safety of US autos in crash tests rises
Nine US-built vehicles topped government crash safety tests this year.[read more]
2-15-2007 5.00 / 10

For Teenagers, the Car Is the Danger Zone
Parents of teenagers worry about drugs, sex, poor choices of friends. But that which causes the most harm to teenagers is none of the above.[read more]
2-15-2007 5.00 / 10

Car Talk: Is 'free tires for life' deal a scam?
Syndicated Columnists and Radio show hosts answer car questions.[read more]
3-2-2007 5.00 / 10

 
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