Used Honda Insight Buying Guide: 2019-2022 Hybrid MPG, Recalls, Checks
The 2019-2022 Insight is a Civic-based hybrid sedan rated up to 52 mpg. Which trim to buy, the recalls to clear by VIN, and when a Prius fits better.
Used Fiat 500X Buying Guide: 2016-2023 Engines, Recalls and Checks
The 500X changed engines for 2019 and left the U.S. after 2023. Which years to shop, the recalls to clear by VIN, and when a Renegade or CX-3 fits better.
VIN 12th to 17th Digits: The Serial Number and What It Tells You
The last six VIN characters are the production sequence number. What federal rules require, why decoders ignore them, and how the serial exposes clones.
Buying a Used Car From Tesla: An 8-Step Checklist for Certified Pre-Owned
Tesla sells Certified Pre-Owned cars online at fixed prices, with a mostly non-refundable deposit and no stated return window. What to check, step by step.
California Used Car Lemon Law: The New 3-Day Cancel Right and Your Warranty Rights
Since Oct. 1, 2026, California dealers must let you cancel a used car under $50,000 within three days. Fees, limits, dealer warranties and the Lemon Law's reach.
Arizona Used Car Lemon Law: The 15-Day, 500-Mile Warranty Explained
Arizona dealers can't disclaim the implied warranty for 15 days or 500 miles. What it covers, the $25 repair cap, exemptions and where the AG page is too broad.
M&T Bank Auto Loan CARFAX Policy: Is a History Report Included?
M&T lends directly and through dealers, but neither path comes with a history report. What the loan page asks for, what its loan pools show, and how to check the car.
Used Hyundai Veloster Buying Guide: 2012-2022, Turbo, N and Recalls
The three-door Veloster split into two generations plus the N. Which years to buy, the engine recalls on 2013 Turbo, 2015-2016 and 2019-2021 cars, and theft checks.
Used Ford EcoSport Buying Guide: 2018-2022, the 1.0 vs 2.0 and Recalls
Ford sold the India-built EcoSport here from 2018 to 2022. Why the 2.0 AWD is the safer buy, what recall 23S64 means for 1.0 cars, and when to pick something else.
Used Mazda CX-3 Buying Guide: 2016-2021 Years, Recalls and Checks
Mazda sold the CX-3 here from 2016 to 2021. Which years to shop, the rearview camera recall still rolling out by state, and when a CX-30 or HR-V makes more sense.
