Buying a used car can save you a ton of money, but it can also lead to nightmare scenarios. You don’t want to drop thousands or tens of thousands, on a vehicle only to find out it’s been in a huge ...

Flood-damaged vehicles sold without disclosing the damage is illegal in most states, but that does not mean it will not happen. Consumer Reports Auto Editor, Jon Linkov said, "Too often, when an ...

Few people may want to buy a flood-damaged car, but some do — without knowing it.AAA Mid-Atlantic is warning car buyers that damaged vehicles could soon flood the market amid more than 3,000 flash ...

It shouldn't be a surprise that in Florida − which is regularly flooded by storm surges, daily rainfall, saturated ground and hurricanes dumping water everywhere − a study finds there are more ...

Storms swamped streets, cars and homes last week as heavy rain brought flooding across New Jersey. Images of cars submerged along roads and highways were plastered all over social media. The ...

A flood-damaged car will likely be a total loss if fully submerged in water. Beware of title washing. Vehicles that carry flood-damaged titles in one state may receive a clean title in another. Take ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Milwaukee experienced historic rainfall over the weekend, leading to significant flooding and vehicle damage. Comprehensive car insurance coverage may cover flood damage repairs, minus the deductible.

Florida has the most flood-damaged vehicles in the U.S., with an estimated 82,100 out of 482,000 nationwide. Flood-damaged cars are often resold across state lines, posing risks to unsuspecting buyers ...