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Ann Bovets

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.
10 Best Used Commuter Cars in 2026: Efficient and Affordable

10 Best Used Commuter Cars in 2026: Efficient and Affordable

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets April 8, 2026
Let’s be honest — commuting is expensive. Between gas prices that never seem to settle and the constant wear and tear of daily driving, most people are losing thousands every year just getting to and from work. Then there’s the... Read more
Best Used Electric Cars in 2026: Your Ultimate Auction Buying Guide

Best Used Electric Cars in 2026: Your Ultimate Auction Buying Guide

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets April 3, 2026
New car prices have climbed past $50,000 on average, and EVs are even higher. Yet, right now, used EV prices are dropping, and some of the best EVs ever built are sitting in auction lanes for a fraction of what... Read more
AutoBidMaster Back as Sponsor of the Grassroots Motorsports $2000 Challenge

AutoBidMaster Back as Sponsor of the Grassroots Motorsports $2000 Challenge

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets April 2, 2026
For the second year in a row, AutoBidMaster is proud to serve as the official Power Sponsor of the Grassroots Motorsports $2000 Challenge, one of the most beloved motorsports events in the country. The 2026 edition takes place April 18–19... Read more
Used EV Prices Drop in 2026: Best Time to Buy an Electric Car?

Used EV Prices Drop in 2026: Best Time to Buy an Electric Car?

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets March 31, 2026
Something unusual is happening in the used car market: late-model EVs are sitting on lots and at auction for prices that would have seemed impossible two years ago. A Hyundai Kona Electric, a Ford Mustang Mach-E — vehicles that sold... Read more
Oregon Auto Auction: Rules and Important Details

Oregon Auto Auction: Rules and Important Details

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets March 27, 2026
Oregon has a strong vehicle auction market: late-model insurance total-loss units, salvage cars, fleet returns, and everything in between show up regularly at yards across the state. But before you start bidding, it helps to know the rules, because Oregon... Read more
The Best Years for Honda CR-V: Ultimate Auction Guide (2026)

The Best Years for Honda CR-V: Ultimate Auction Guide (2026)

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets March 25, 2026
The Honda CR-V is one of the best-selling compact SUVs ever made, but not every model year lives up to the nameplate’s reputation. Certain CR-V years are prone to major engine or transmission problems that can turn a seemingly good... Read more
Buying a Salvage Title Car in Washington State: 2026 Guide

Buying a Salvage Title Car in Washington State: 2026 Guide

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets March 20, 2026
Washington runs one of the busier salvage auction markets in the Pacific Northwest. Week in, week out, car auctions across the state move collision vehicles, hail-damaged SUVs, bank repossessions, insurance write-offs, and donated fleet cars — a wide range of... Read more
Best Toyota Camry Years: Top Models to Buy at Auction

Best Toyota Camry Years: Top Models to Buy at Auction

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets March 18, 2026
Few vehicles have earned the kind of trust the Toyota Camry carries. Nearly three decades as America’s best-selling passenger car is no coincidence. It reflects what owners, mechanics, and auction buyers already know: this car is built to last. It’s... Read more
Pros and Cons of Vehicles With a Salvage Title

Pros and Cons of Vehicles With a Salvage Title

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets March 12, 2026
If you’ve been browsing used car listings recently, you’ve likely come across vehicles labeled “salvage title,” often priced far below comparable clean-title cars. For example, a $28,000 SUV might appear listed for $9,000. Is it a great deal, a risky... Read more