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A practical, compliance-focused guide for Oregon auto dealers on understanding and preparing for SB 840, with checklists, timelines, and next steps.
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Beginner Guides
What Is a VIN and Why Does It Matter?
May 26, 2026
Learn what a Vehicle Identification Number is, how it is structured and where to find it, plus why this small string of characters shapes ownership, safety, repairs and used car buying.
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Selling & Ownership
Tips for Selling a Privately Owned Car
May 26, 2026
From prepping your car and setting the right price to safe showings, negotiation, and rock-solid paperwork, here are practical, professional tips to sell your car privately with confidence.
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Recalls & Safety
Buying a Used Car With a Recall: Should You Walk Away or Proceed?
May 26, 2026
Considering a used car that has an open recall? Learn how to check the risk, negotiate repairs or price, and decide when to walk away versus move forward with confidence.
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Buying Tips
Red Flags in Used Car Listings Buyers Should Never Ignore
May 26, 2026
Before you hand over your hard-earned money, learn the warning signs hidden in used car listings. These red flags can help you avoid scams, lemons, and costly surprises.
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Market Trends
Are Used SUV Prices Still Stronger Than Sedan Prices?
May 26, 2026
A clear, data-aware look at whether used SUVs still command a premium over sedans, why the gap has shifted, and how shoppers can compare true value by segment, condition, and total cost of ownership.
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Fraud Prevention
How to Check for Odometer Rollback Using Vehicle Records and Service Clues
May 26, 2026
Learn practical, reliable ways to detect odometer rollback before you buy. This guide covers history reports, DMV/NMVTIS data, service paperwork, physical wear clues, and professional inspection steps to help you avoid mileage fraud.
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1Title Washing Explained: How Flood and Salvage Cars Reappear With Clean PaperworkA clear, consumer-friendly guide to how title washing happens, why flood and salvage cars can resurface with clean paperwork, and how to protect yourself when buying a used vehicle.2Trade-In vs Private Sale: Which Leaves More Money in Your Pocket?A private sale may bring a higher selling price, but a trade-in can save time and reduce hassle. Here’s how to compare both options based on real net value.3Used Car Market Days Supply: What It Means for Buyers and DealersMarket Days Supply helps explain whether a used vehicle segment is tight, balanced, or oversupplied. Here’s how buyers and dealers can use it to make smarter decisions.4What a Title Brand Really Means: Salvage, Rebuilt, Flood, Lemon, and MoreA title brand can change a vehicle’s value, insurability, safety, and resale potential. Here’s what used car buyers should know before purchasing a branded-title vehicle.5VIN Cloning Explained: How Stolen Vehicle Identities End Up on Used CarsA clear, consumer-friendly guide to VIN cloning, the risks it poses to used car buyers and dealers, the warning signs to spot, and the steps you can take to protect yourself.
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Top Demand
Compact SUVs and practical sedans continue to attract steady buyer interest.
Best Value
Older midsize sedans with clean history still offer strong value for budget-focused buyers.
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5 Common Problems a VIN Check Can Help You Catch Early
Thinking about a used car? A VIN check can uncover hidden accidents, flood damage, mileage fraud, title or lien issues, and open recalls—before you buy.
CPO vs Used vs As-Is: Which Choice Actually Lowers Your Risk?
Shopping for a pre-owned car? Learn how Certified Pre-Owned, traditional used, and as-is purchases compare on risk, cost, and peace of mind — plus practical steps to de-risk any choice.
Safety Ratings vs Recall History: What Buyers Should Check First?
Should you prioritize crash-test scores or recall records when shopping for a car? This guide explains what each metric reveals, what it misses, and a practical step-by-step research plan to make a safer, smarter purchase.
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Business Resource
How to Build Smarter Vehicle Detail Pages With VIN Decode, Photos, and Price History Data
A practical guide to designing high-converting vehicle detail pages using VIN decoding, photo automation, and price history insights, with tips for UX, SEO, data pipelines, and performance.
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How Dealers Can Use VIN Data to Prioritize Reconditioning Spend
Reconditioning can protect gross profit or quietly erase it. VIN data helps dealers decide which vehicles deserve deeper investment, faster retail prep, or a more cautious wholesale strategy.
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How Dealers Use Vehicle History Data During Trade-In Appraisals
See how dealerships analyze vehicle history reports to price trade-ins, estimate reconditioning, reduce risk, and negotiate effectively — plus tips to protect your vehicle's value.