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Most people in California depend on their cars to get around.  You need your car to go to work, run errands, fulfill family obligations, and generally keep your life running smoothly. Cars are so important that when they start to cause problems, many people will buy a new one so they don't have worries related to the possibility of accidents, breakdowns or being stranded with no vehicle. 

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California’s Lemon Law generally applies to three kinds of automobiles: certified pre-owned automobiles that are still covered under the original factory warranty or an extended warranty that was acquired by way of the certification process; new automobiles that are covered by their original warranty; and used automobiles that are still covered by the original factory warranty.

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If you’re thinking about buying an RV to take that cross-country trip of your dreams, you have undoubtedly come across a number of options -- including used RVs. While it is true that buying a used RV can help you save a large amount of cash, it is important to know what to look for in order to avoid buying a lemon.

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Locating and buying a used automobile that is free of any and all issues can be a difficult task. Still, there are ways to avoid driving a lemon off the lot. Being able to spot possible issues, as well as conducting thorough research ahead of making your purchase can go a long way toward helping you avoid making a costly purchase.

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Car dealerships can sometimes engage in dishonest tactics, including dealerships affiliated with vehicle manufacturers.  One example of problems with dealers is misleading ads. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is strict on this issue in order to provide strong protection for consumers. 

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When a car manufacturer is aware of an issue with a vehicle or car parts, the responsible thing to do is to recall the car and fix the problem. Sometimes, however, vehicle manufacturers simply ignore defects in cars. When a car dealer or manufacturer fails to fulfill its responsibilities in any way, this can result in legal action against the manufacturer. A Los Angeles lemon law attorney can provide assistance with a case and can help those who are affected by a vehicle defect to understand their legal rights.

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There are few things more frustrating for consumers than spending good money on a vehicle only to find that the car has repeated problems or is not safe to drive.  Unfortunately for many consumers, getting car dealers and manufacturers to do the right thing in these situations is not always easy. Some consumers have taken novel approaches, such as making videos and publishing them on the Internet, in an effort to convince the car dealer or automaker to do the right thing and take responsibility for the problem car.

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In California, lemon laws apply to protect consumers and some businesses that purchase vehicles. Lemon laws ensure that when a car is defective, the driver won't face substantial uncompensated losses or be forced to repeatedly take the car in for repairs. 

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) imposes emissions requirements on vehicles in an effort to protect air quality and reduce pollution.  Unfortunately, instead of manufacturing its cars to comply with emissions rules, Volkswagen looked for ways to cheat the test -- and they found a way. The company programmed software in 11 million diesel-powered vehicles so the software could detect when the car was being tested.

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Recently, AutoBlog reported on an instance in which an auto mall sold a vehicle after the odometer had been replaced to show a lower mileage. The vehicle’s odometer, bill of sale and windshield vehicle markings indicated that it had been driven 35,771 miles. However, in reality, the vehicle had been driven more than 210,000 miles. When confronted with the reality of the car's true miles, the dealer said they didn't guarantee the miles on cars sold at auction that were more than 10 years old.  The dealer said the vehicles were sold as-is and they weren't responsible for the false mileage information.

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