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Accidents Stemming From Confusing Gear Shifts

» Posted August 23, 2016Resources

When car owners have problems with car defects in new vehicles, California’s lemon law could provide remedies for consumers under certain circumstances.  Unfortunately, some problems with cars are more than just a hassle. Detroit News reportedly recently that the government is investigating confusing gear shifters which may be responsible for causing serious accidents.

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The Issue Surrounding Defective Airbags

» Posted August 22, 2016Resources

Consumer Reports indicates that the recall of Takata airbags was dubbed: “the largest and most complex safety recall in U.S. history,” by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).   The airbags have an inflator that has, in some situations, ignited with explosive force.

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The Latest List of Lemon Vehicles

» Posted July 27, 2016Resources

Everyone wants a safe and reliable motor vehicle. Unfortunately, some people end up purchasing less than reliable cars -- even when they have spent a large amount of money on a brand new automobile. That said, it is important for consumers to know what cars are most likely to be problematic.

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Untrustworthy Dealers

» Posted July 25, 2016Resources

Many people buying new cars have a trade-in when they go to the dealer. In some cases, there is still an outstanding loan on the car being traded in. When there is a lien on a vehicle, a car dealer may agree to pay off the loan or lease on the trade-in so the dealer can get the sale. This is convenient for consumers, as it can leave the details of the final payment up to the car dealership rather than having to take care of it on their own.

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Tricks of the Trade: Consumers Should Watch Out for These Common Dealer Tricks

» Posted July 22, 2016Resources

When you are shopping for a new vehicle, you know that negotiating with a car dealer can be a major hassle. Most people feel like they cannot trust car dealers, and there is a good reason for their suspicion.

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A Look at the Problems Related to Vehicle Technology

» Posted July 20, 2016Resources

Cars have always been relatively complex machines, but lately the complexity often comes in the form of advanced technological systems. Advances in computers and electronics have dramatically changed the ways in which motor vehicles work.

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Is it Worth Fixing? A Look at the Car Problems That May Not Be Worth the Effort

» Posted July 18, 2016Resources

No one likes to experience problems with a car.  Breakdowns are a hassle and repairs can result in significant expense.  Unfortunately, any car can have problems and some issues that vehicles have are much more serious than others. Car owners need to know which repairs are so expensive and cumbersome that they are simply not worth making.

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The Problems Associated With Car Recalls

» Posted July 15, 2016Resources

Millions of vehicles have been recalled in recent years, some because of serious safety issues that have led to fatalities.  Auto Remarketing reports that there are lingering consequences associated with the fact that so many cars have had such serious problems. 

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A Look at the Practice of Curbstoning

» Posted July 13, 2016Resources

Car buyers can face many different issues with car dealers or manufacturers. In some cases, when a car turns out to be defective after purchase, a lemon law lawyer can help the buyer take action. In many other situations, it can be a challenge for the victim of a scam to get compensation. This is especially true when a car buyer loses money due to curbstoning.

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Case Against Toyota Ends in Victory for the Consumer

» Posted July 11, 2016Resources

In some cases, individuals who have purchased a motor vehicle that turns out to have problems can benefit from taking advantage of the protections provided under California’s lemon law. Actually achieving success can be challenging, though, even though the lemon laws are clearly designed to protect consumers.  The complexities of lemon law cases demonstrate why hiring a San Diego lemon law attorney to help is very important when you have a lemon.

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