Author: Ann Bovets
Ann has over five years of experience in the automotive auction industry, with a focus on salvage vehicles, vehicle titles, and transportation. Her work covers online auction processes, title brands, state registration requirements, salvage and rebuilt vehicle regulations, and vehicle shipping. Her guides and articles break down complex auction topics, explain key requirements, and provide practical information for buyers researching auction vehicles.
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Why Do Cars Go to Auction?
A car sitting in a salvage auction lot is not necessarily beyond repair. In many cases, it has simply crossed a threshold. That distinction explains more about the auction market than almost any other single fact. When an insurance company...
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Buying at Copart Auctions in South Dakota: What Private Buyers Should Know
South Dakota keeps vehicle ownership costs low. The state charges a 4% motor vehicle excise tax instead of a sales tax, requires no annual safety inspections, and has no emissions testing. For buyers comparing states, those three points matter. Two...
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Types of Car Transmissions: Guide for Salvage Auction Shoppers
Scroll through any salvage auction listing, and you’ll see the transmission type listed alongside the mileage and damage code. It’s easy to skim past, but that’s a mistake. The transmission affects both the scope of potential repairs and how much...
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How Copart Auto Auctions Work in Tennessee: 2026 Guide
Tennessee handles vehicle titling differently from most states. There is no centralized DMV office handling these services. Instead, title and registration tasks are handled through county clerk offices. The state’s tiered sales tax structure also means that higher-value vehicle purchases...
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2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Up for Auction in Fredericksburg, VA
Some cars are fast. A few are legends. The 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS belongs firmly in the second group, and one is headed to auction at the CrashedToys National Vehicle Auction in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on July 30, 2026. Here’s...
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How Copart Auctions Work in New Hampshire: 2026 Buyer's Guide
New Hampshire offers one of the most cost-friendly environments for vehicle buyers in the Northeast. The state charges no sales tax on vehicle purchases, the title fee is $35, and no annual safety or emissions inspection is required. For buyers...
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Clear Title vs Clean Title: What's the Difference?
Used car listings often describe a vehicle as having a “clean title” or a “clear title,” and many sellers use the terms interchangeably. However, they describe two entirely different aspects of vehicle ownership and history. A clean title relates to...
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Is a Car Drivable After Airbags Deploy? Safety & Legal Guide
The short answer is no. Once your airbags deploy, the car should not be driven except to move it out of immediate danger. What may appear to be a still-running vehicle after a crash is often a machine with damaged...
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How Car Auctions Work in Maryland: A Buyer's Guide (2026)
Maryland offers a well-organized environment for auction buyers, with a clearly documented titling process, straightforward excise tax rules, and an accessible salvage inspection system. However, Copart auctions in Maryland are not open to the public for direct bidding. Private buyers...
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