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Least reliable 2020 vehicles
March 21st, 2020
Each year, Consumer Reports compiles data to determine which new cars are the most and least reliable. The magazine reviews the number of major and minor complaints for each make and model to create their research-based recommendations. If you have c…
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A brief history of California's lemon law
March 6th, 2020
Many people in Southern California may be aware of the fact that California has a lemon law that protects the purchasers of new vehicles, yet few are actually familiar with the history of the Law and the consumer protection that it affords. Given wha…
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Software removed from vehicle without owner knowledge
February 10th, 2020
Residents in California have historically been able to trust that features included in vehicles when they purchased them would remain on the vehicles unless some work was done at a dealership or other mechanic’s shop to remove them. With the in…
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What you need to know about the Arbitration Certification Program
February 3rd, 2020
As a California resident, you likely already know that our state has a very strict Lemon Law regarding vehicles that you buy or lease. What you may not know, however, is that you and the vehicle manufacturer must go through an arbitration process to…
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New vehicle issues may have some considering lemon law claims
November 26th, 2019
Many vehicle owners dread hearing a strange noise coming from their vehicle or experiencing a jolting movement as something does not work correctly. While most drivers and vehicle owners are no stranger to the occasional auto issue, it can be frustra…
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What is covered by the California lemon law?
October 27th, 2019
Lemon laws across the country protect consumers who purchase a vehicle that has a flaw or defect that the manufacturer or dealer cannot repair. Each state’s laws are different but generally cover new vehicles purchased within the state. The Cal…
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Problems with their vehicles do not prevent retailer sales
October 21st, 2019
Buying a vehicle is not a small step. Often, there are a number of considerations when making such a significant purchase, including which dealership to buy from. Even if one retailer seems reputable, California residents could still run into problem…
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Vehicle wear occurring early or often can cause serious problems
October 10th, 2019
All vehicles experience issues at some point. In many cases, the problems of vehicle wear could be fixed with routine maintenance, such as getting new brake pads, but some California vehicle owners may feel that their vehicles are showing problems to…
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Is purchasing buyback vehicles wise for California drivers?
September 5th, 2019
In some cases, vehicle manufacturers may buy back vehicles that owners did not find satisfactory for various reasons. Some California residents may consider purchasing a buyback vehicle because it could look like a better deal. Unfortunately, some bu…
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Problem vehicles can cause buyer's remorse
July 29th, 2019
Buying a vehicle is not only a significant investment upfront, but it is also an endeavor that can require additional funds in order to maintain the vehicle. In a best-case scenario, California drivers will purchase vehicles that last them years with…
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