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 ...

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If you have a standard car insurance policy, you may need to purchase additional coverage to be protected against flood damage. A flooded car can lead to mold, corrosion, or severe mechanical and ...

Finding a great deal on a used car can feel like striking gold, especially when you’re a gearhead looking for your next project or daily driver. But as tempting as a low price might be, it’s crucial ...

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 ...

Carfax comes to you with a warning — and a celebration. In the wake of the severe floods this spring and summer in Texas, Kentucky and West Virginia, and with hurricane season closing in on its peak, ...

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Past flooding across the United States has caused billions in damage, but experts say some of that destruction isn't visible to the naked eye — it's showing up in cars on ...

When relentless downpours pounded Milwaukee over the weekend, streets quickly turned into rivers. Flash flooding swamped low-lying neighborhoods, stranded vehicles and forced road closures as more ...

Used car buyers beware, vehicles damaged by floodwaters could end up on used car lots here in Oklahoma, according to the American Automobile Association Though most water-damaged vehicles are scrapped ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — As flash floods continue to challenge the Rockford area, experts are sounding an alarm about the hidden dangers posed to vehicles caught in deep water. What may seem like a ...

Heavy rain and flooded roadways can take a toll on a vehicle. Even cars and trucks that manage to survive the journey can suffer damage. While the most obvious advice is to not drive through deep ...

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 ...