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RECENT ARTICLES BY Bumper Team

Technical Service Bulletins: The Manufacturer's Hidden Admission

A TSB is the manufacturer's written acknowledgment that your vehicle's problem is known and has a documented fix. Here is how to find TSBs for your car and how to use them in warranty claims and service negotiations.

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How to Check If Your Car Has an Open Recall

Tens of millions of recalled vehicles are never brought in because owners do not know the recall exists. Here is how to check your VIN, what the results tell you, and how the free repair process works.

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Selling a Used EV: How the Tax Credit Affects Your Sale

The used EV tax credit goes to the buyer, not to you. But it affects which channel you sell through and how you price near the $25,000 threshold. Here is what sellers need to understand before listing.

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How to Junk a Car: What to Expect and How to Get the Best Price

Junking makes sense when repair costs exceed what a buyer would pay. Here is how junk car pricing actually works, how to get competing offers, what documentation you need, and what to remove before the tow truck arrives.

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