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4 Toyota Recent Recalls You Should Know About

4 Toyota Recent Recalls You Should Know About

Toyota is often ranked among the most reliable car brands on the market. However, every auto manufacturer is guilty of producing defective vehicles from time to time - even those with the best reputations.

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Toyota 8-Speed Transmission Problems Owners Need to Know About

Toyota 8-Speed Transmission Problems Owners Need to Know About

Transmission 8-speed transmission problems pose a serious safety risk for drivers and other people on the road. They can lead to complete loss of power while driving, cause the vehicle to stall, or result in sudden ac...

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How to Dodge the Traps of Car Leasing Companies Leased Car Lemon Law Issues

How to Dodge the Traps of Car Leasing Companies & Leased Car Lemon Law Issues

Leasing a car has many benefits compared to purchasing. You get to drive the latest models, enjoy lower monthly payments, lower taxes, and most importantly, you avoid the potential headaches that come with buying a us...

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2017 GMC Yukon Transmission Recall: What Should You Know If You Have One?

2017 GMC Yukon Transmission Recall: What Should You Know If You Have One?

The 2017 GMC Yukon has always had a certain reputation.

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Consumer Reports: The Top 10 Most (and Least) Reliable Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2022

Consumer Reports: The Top 10 Most (and Least) Reliable Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2022

With every new year comes a new crop of car models from the world’s most famous automakers. Some models take the world by storm and revolutionize driving - others fall flat. Each year, Consumer Reports puts together a...

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GM New 8-Speed Automatic Transmissions Lawsuit

GM New 8-Speed Automatic Transmissions Lawsuit

You may have heard about the GM 8 Speed Transmission recall that was issued back in 2019. General Motors came under fire over an alleged defect in their 8-speed transmission. While the situation is ongoing, the series...

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2019 2021 Chevy Cruze Problems: What You Should Know If You Own One in California

2019 – 2021 Chevy Cruze Problems: What You Should Know If You Own One in California

Problems with the Chevy Cruze have been reported to overshadow the benefits of this particular model. The Cruze’s advertising boasts excellent gas mileage, handling, and longevity. However, it has been reported to als...

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California Lemon Law Basics Every Consumer Should Know

California Lemon Law Basics Every Consumer Should Know

No one thinks they’re going to end up with a lemon. Most people have no idea what lemon law is until they come face-to-face with it. But what is the lemon law exactly? Why does it exist?

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Audi Recall: 4 Recalled Models Due to Passenger Air Bag Issues Since 2015

Audi Recall: 4 Recalled Models Due to Passenger Air Bag Issues Since 2015

Airbag defects are extremely serious - and can be the difference between life and death in a crash. According to Consumer Reports, last year, we saw an Audi recall get issued due to problems with airbags in several of...

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What Documentation Do You Need to File a California Lemon Law Claim?

What Documentation Do You Need to File a California Lemon Law Claim?

Documentation is everything in a lemon law claim. Lemon law - or the Magnuson-Moss Consumer Warranty Act - exists to help individuals who have purchased or leased a defective vehicle. The law provides consumers with l...

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What Happens to Owners of Ford Lemon Cars? The Steps in Earning Justice

What Happens to Owners of Ford Lemon Cars? The Steps in Earning Justice

Ford is one of the most popular American car brands on the market - but it’s certainly not immune to mistakes. We have seen defects that range from extremely minor to life-and-death situations. Regardless, consumers s...

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Refund Laws for Private Sales: Can You Ask for a Refund from a Private Seller?

Refund Laws for Private Sales: Can You Ask for a Refund from a Private Seller?

Auto refund laws for private sales can seem like a gray area. Unfortunately, these laws do not favor buyers in the same way lemon laws protect them in transactions directly from manufacturers and dealerships.

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