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Tips and Insights

AutoBidMaster’s Tips and Insights section helps you get better at buying cars at auction. Learn how to bid with confidence, spot good deals, and avoid common mistakes. Each guide offers clear, practical advice for every stage of the process — from research and budgeting to bidding and shipping. Read our tips to make smarter decisions and get more value from every purchase.

The Best Fuel Efficient SUVs of 2021 on AutoBidMaster
April 2, 2021 5 Mins Read

The Best Fuel Efficient SUVs of 2021 on AutoBidMaster

The big, old, and slow SUVs of years past are, well… in the past. From a willingness to suffer poor gas mileage for the sake of power and size to recognition as some of the top performers all around, we’ve...
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Why We Trust ClearVin for Vehicle Background Reports
September 22, 2020 3 Mins Read

Why We Trust ClearVin for Vehicle Background Reports

As an auction broker for the largest online auto auction in the United States, there are a lot of factors that come into play when we offer additional services to our members. From shipping to vehicle background reports, we do...
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5 Maintenance Tips for Salvage Rebuildable Motorcycles
August 11, 2020 5 Mins Read

5 Maintenance Tips for Salvage Rebuildable Motorcycles

Motorcycles have a die-hard following for a reason: they’re insanely fun to ride. Along with the fun bits, though, safety and maintenance are key to keeping the rubber side down and ensuring you can keep on riding. Motorcycle maintenance is...
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Avoid These Three Car Auction Issues With a VIN Report
July 28, 2020 3 Mins Read

Avoid These Three Car Auction Issues With a VIN Report

Buying a car sight-unseen has had a huge stigma attached to it for years, but its slowly fading with the help of online resources. The way we store and track information nowadays is astonishing, and the internet gives you access...
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Answering 5 FAQs about Salvage Car Titles
June 8, 2020 4 Mins Read

Answering 5 FAQs about Salvage Car Titles

Salvage car auctions present an easy way for people to own their dream vehicle without spending a fortune. Whether you are looking for a powerful off-road vehicle or need a reliable city car for your everyday commute, you can find...
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3 AWD Sedans You Can Find on AutoBidMaster
June 5, 2020 3 Mins Read

3 AWD Sedans You Can Find on AutoBidMaster

Look, sometimes you want to be able to go anywhere you want in the off-chance you decide you don’t want to go to work while you’re driving in. We get it. In the more likely scenario that you do end...
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What Kind of Drivetrain is Right For You?
June 2, 2020 4 Mins Read

What Kind of Drivetrain is Right For You?

If you’re new to the world of car ownership or shopping for your first car, you may be plagued by this question: what’s the difference between front-wheel, rear-wheel, four-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive cars, and which one do you need?...
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3 Top 2020 Hybrid Cars You Can Find at AutoBidMaster
May 4, 2020 3 Mins Read

3 Top 2020 Hybrid Cars You Can Find at AutoBidMaster

In a world that is increasingly eco-conscious and characterized by runaway gas prices, hybrid cars have emerged as a welcome alternative for many people. Today, there are many options from which to choose with manufacturers offering hybrid cars for a...
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Top 5 2020 Hybrids on AutoBidMaster
April 28, 2020 4 Mins Read

Top 5 2020 Hybrids on AutoBidMaster

We’re almost halfway through 2020, and it’s been quite a year so far. We talked a bit about how the pandemic is affecting the auto market, but one thing hasn’t changed: the desire for fuel-efficiency. With technology improving every year,...
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