A vehicle is one of the biggest purchases you will make, and for most people, one that you will put to use every single day. Especially if you are buying … Read more
Protect Your Vehicle and Your Wallet With an Extended Auto Warranty
Open Recalls in 2012 by State – An Infographic
How many open recalls did your state have for sale online in 2012? Open recalls are an accident waiting to happen. Check your car for free today at mycarfax.com. Did … Read more
Tips for Preventing Distracted Driving
Crashes involving distracted drivers took the lives of more than 3,300 people and injured another 387,000 people in 2011, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says. Because the government, the media and various … Read more
Time-Saving Tips for Commuters: Must-Have Apps
Between gridlocked traffic and teeter-tottering gas prices, there’s nothing fun about inching to work in traffic that’s backed up for miles. But the good news is that technology can help … Read more
What To Do if Involved in a Car Accident
Remain calm and think clearly as you handle the situation. First, you should call the police, and let them know you have been involved in a car accident. One thing … Read more
Buying Used Cars “As Is”
What does it mean when a car is sold “as is”? It means that the transaction occurs for the car in whatever condition it is in at the moment of … Read more
How Hidden Damage Can Affect Used Car Values
When looking to buy a used car it is important to know how much the car that you are interested in is worth. Many different factors determine vehicle value, for … Read more
The Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy: How to Protect Yourself from Sandy-Flooded Cars
Thousands of cars are damaged every time a storm hits, and Hurricane Sandy was no exception. Due to the excessive amount of rain that caused flooding, many cars were submerged … Read more
CAR FOX at 90,000 Feet – Sets Record for Highest Near-Space Jump for a Fox
Inspired by Felix Baumgartner’s recent record breaking jump from the edge of space, CAR FOX set out to set his own world record. We setup and launched the balloon from … Read more
Proper Car Maintenance
In order to prolong your car’s lifespan, it’s important to take care of it. Maintaining your vehicle helps its parts run smoothly and last longer. Getting the proper car maintenance … Read more
Buying a Used Car Online
Before there was the option to shop for cars online, you’d have to spend hours flipping through newspaper ads, or take a weekend to drive around from dealership to dealership … Read more
Ownership History for Used Cars
What’s in it for me? If you’re looking at cars for sale by owner, a one-owner car may be the way to go. These cars tend to have fewer miles, … Read more
Buying a Car from a Private Seller
What’s in it for me? Buying from a private seller can be a great way to save money, especially if you’re on a budget. Since they’re not professional salespeople, you … Read more
Car Safety & Reliability Ratings
Car Safety Safety is key, but how do you ensure that your car is safe? There are several ways to ensure that your car is safe before and after purchasing … Read more
The CARFAX Reports Mobile App
The CARFAX Reports mobile app lets you check a vehicle’s history by running a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ on the spot. The apps are available FREE for iPhones in the … Read more
Buying a Car For Your Teenager
With summer break coming to a close, many parents are thinking about buying a car for their high school and college students before they go back to school. If you’re … Read more
Pre-Purchase Inspection Tips When Buying a Used Car
You’ve taken a test drive and gotten a CARFAX report, now it’s time for the next step – a pre-purchase inspection. This inspection gives you an expert opinion on the … Read more
Taking a Test Dive
Before You Drive: Start by adjusting the steering wheel, mirrors and seats for optimum visibility and comfort. Sometimes the seller will roll the windows down, turn on the radio and … Read more
New vs. Used Cars
Before beginning your car search, the first thing you need to consider is – Should I buy a new or used car? New and used cars for sale have their … Read more
Where to find the best used cars
Car Dealerships You can go to franchise or independent car dealerships when looking for a used car. Franchise and independent dealers both sell used cars, but franchise dealerships also sell … Read more