How a Release of Liability Protects You After Selling Your Car

How a Release of Liability Protects You After Selling Your Car

Just like canceling your car insurance, submitting a Release of Liability to the state should be a natural step every time you sell a car. Without it, you could be on the hook for the new owner’s parking tickets, citations, and even crimes.

How to Correct the Mileage on a Car Title – Don’t Scratch It Out!

How to Correct the Mileage on a Car Title – Don’t Scratch It Out!

Odometer fraud is still possible even in the age of electronic odometers, which will commonly display an asterisk that displays after tampering has been detected.

Why, How and When to Transfer Your Driver’s License to a New State

Why, How and When to Transfer Your Driver’s License to a New State

As someone that has lived in six different states, I can offer some pearls of wisdom to help you through the process. Let’s start by answering some of your most commonly asked questions.

How to Title, Register, and Drive Your Race Car on the Street

How to Title, Register, and Drive Your Race Car on the Street

Whether you’re building a Lemons racer, taking a drag car to the strip, or driving an SCCA car to get lunch at an event, you might be wondering how to drive it on the street legally.

Shipping a Vehicle in the United States: Steps and Costs Involved

Shipping a Vehicle in the United States: Steps and Costs Involved

This information applies whether you are shipping a car, truck, SUV, motorcycle, or even a powersports toy within the continental United States.

Here's How to Export a Car From the United States by Yourself

Here's How to Export a Car From the United States by Yourself

There are several documents you’ll be required to have when you export a vehicle from the United States. It’s always best to get everything sorted before attempting to coordinate shipping, so here are the documents you will need.

Electronic Car Titles: How They Work and How to Get a Paper Copy

Electronic Car Titles: How They Work and How to Get a Paper Copy

An electronic car title is a digital version of a regular paper car title stored by the state DMV in an effort to save paper, reduce physical storage, and make obtaining a new title easier for car owners.

Temp Tag 101: Temporary License Plates Explained

Temp Tag 101: Temporary License Plates Explained

Some states determine the price by a flat rate, while others use the weight, value or year of the car. The cost varies by state and by vehicle – you can find a complete breakdown on Temporary Tag Prices at the National Conference of State Legislatures.

What Is a Vehicle's Certificate of Origin (MSO/MCO) and why is it needed?

What Is a Vehicle's Certificate of Origin (MSO/MCO) and why is it needed?

Both phrases refer to the same document, one which carries information about the automobile’s production like its country of origin. Most times, the MSO/MCO looks just like a Certificate of Title and includes the manufacturer, vehicle identification number and the year of manufacture.

How to Buy a Car on Bring a Trailer | Dirt Legal

How to Buy a Car on Bring a Trailer | Dirt Legal

When you make your first bid, 5% of that amount will be held on your card with a minimum of $250. If you win the auction, it goes toward your fees. If you don’t win the auction, they release those funds back to you. As with any refund, it could take a few days before you see that money back.

Flood-Damaged Cars: Warning Signs and Problems Within

Flood-Damaged Cars: Warning Signs and Problems Within

Everything might seem to work great, but critical safety systems like ABS, traction control, lane assist, and airbag deployment could still be compromised. You may only find out there’s something wrong after the problem has already caused an accident.