Melissa Grant covers practical car-buying advice, vehicle background checks, ownership history, and fraud prevention. She specializes in turning complex vehicle data into simple, useful guidance for drivers, families, and first-time buyers.
October 7, 2026
Online used car shopping is convenient, but it also creates room for fake listings, hidden title problems, stolen vehicles, and payment scams. Here’s how to verify before you buy.
11 min read
August 20, 2026
Market Days Supply helps explain whether a used vehicle segment is tight, balanced, or oversupplied. Here’s how buyers and dealers can use it to make smarter decisions.
11 min read
July 22, 2026
Reconditioning can protect gross profit or quietly erase it. VIN data helps dealers decide which vehicles deserve deeper investment, faster retail prep, or a more cautious wholesale strategy.
11 min read
May 26, 2026
Learn how to read a VIN check report step by step, verify details, spot hidden red flags, and cross-check with a physical inspection so you can buy a used car with confidence.
9 min read
May 26, 2026
A VIN check can reveal title brands, accidents, odometer rollbacks, recalls, liens, and more. Learn how to read the report, spot red flags, and buy with confidence.
9 min read
May 26, 2026
Understand how a 5-year vehicle ownership cost API works, which cost drivers it models, and how to integrate it into your apps to deliver transparent, data-driven total cost of ownership (TCO) insights.
8 min read
May 26, 2026
A practical, compliance-focused guide for Oregon auto dealers on understanding and preparing for SB 840, with checklists, timelines, and next steps.
8 min read