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Salvage or Branded Title Vehicle: Are the Savings Worth It?

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  The significantly lower price of a car with   total loss history   can be rather tempting. For someone shopping on a tight budget, that discount can make an otherwise unaffordable car seem within reach. However, as many of us know from experience, these types of deals almost always come with some trade-offs and possible hidden costs. The crucial decision surrounding a   branded car purchase   is whether the savings are large enough to justify the additional risks.   salvage-title-vehicle     In this article we will explore the benefits as well as the drawbacks. We will review the difference between a   clean-title vehicle   and one with a   salvage   or   rebuilt history , as beyond the drastic pricing differences.   What is a salvage title vehicle?   A   salvage title   generally means the vehicle was declared a total loss at one point in its lifetime. The most common cause of total loss evaluation c...

New Car Prices Hit Record High Near $50,000

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  The definition and perception surrounding the “average”   new-car price   have changed drastically over the past several years. The latest   Kelley Blue Book   data illustrates the growing affordability crisis. In July 2026, the average transaction price for a new vehicle climbed to $49,855, the highest level of the year and roughly an 11-month high, putting the average   new vehicle   within striking distance of the $50,000 mark once again.   new-car-prices     The increase is especially notable because consumers are already burdened by higher prices across practically all aspects of everyday life and have been shifting towards less expensive vehicles within the last couple of years. Buyers have been moving away from some of the most expensive segments and towards smaller SUVs and other entry-level models, yet the industry-wide average remains extraordinarily high. In June, for example, the average transaction price was $49,758, meani...