Are you a California driver dealing with Toyota RAV4 transmission issues? You aren’t the only one. Many drivers have reported these problems with their Toyotas. But you shouldn’t have to deal with repeated transmission problems in your new RAV4. Luckily, California’s Lemon Law may allow you to pursue legal relief…
You’re a smart and responsible car owner who keeps up with routine vehicle maintenance, such as regular oil changes. But after yesterday’s oil change, you’ve found evidence of an oil leak on your driveway. Your first thought when discovering an oil leak after an oil change is probably that someone…
California’s Lemon Law provides strong and valuable protections to car owners and lessees. However, these protections depend on the car’s original warranty from the manufacturer being in force. A motor vehicle is a lemon in California if it has a substantial defect covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty that has…
When you buy a new car in California, in most cases, the purchase is final as soon as you sign the contract. There is no legally mandated “cooling off” period allowing you to cancel the purchase due to buyer’s remorse or similar reasons. A car dealership may have a return…
You may feel like you have a big problem on your hands if your car dealership cannot fix your new car. But if your vehicle has a significant issue that’s covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty, this is a problem that the car’s manufacturer has the responsibility to make right….
One of the best things you can do to protect your investment in a new vehicle is to faithfully follow the manufacturer’s car service schedule. No one knows your vehicle and how to keep it running correctly better than its manufacturer. Regularly servicing your car not only helps ensure that…
If you have bought or leased a Jeep Wrangler 4xe, it may be a decision you now regret. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe, a plug-in hybrid SUV, has been the subject of multiple recalls and consumer complaints since its debut in 2021. Even the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe charging could be…
There are many reasons to buy a used car instead of a new vehicle. Often, the point of purchasing a used car is to get a better vehicle than you could normally afford for less money. Since the 1990s, car dealerships have offered “certified pre-owned” (CPO) cars. These vehicles have…
A car owner who learns that their vehicle is the subject of a safety recall may feel vindicated if they have been dealing with ongoing problems. But if you’ve been considering a claim under California’s Lemon Law protections for owners of faulty motor vehicles, you may wonder how a recall…
If you’ve gone electric by buying or leasing a Tesla motor vehicle but regret it because it has recurring problems, California’s Lemon Law may be of help to you. If your vehicle qualifies under the Lemon Law in California, Tesla may be required to buy its faulty vehicle back from…
