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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: Why Dealers Are Holding Back?

Wholesale Price Trends Market depreciation slowed, aligning with seasonal norms, but challenges linger for older models: Category This Week Last Week 2017–2019 Average Car Segments -0.25% -0.43% -0.29% Truck & SUV Segments -0.16% -0.29% -0.34% Whole Market -0.19% -0.33% -0.32% Car Trends Newer models stabilize, but older vehicles face steep

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Small Claim Court Limits by State

If you’re considering taking legal action, small claims court is often the easiest and most affordable way to resolve a dispute. Each state has a maximum lawsuit limit, which determines how much money you can sue for in small claims court. Some states allow claims as high as $25,000, while

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Mabry v. State Farm: A Case That Changed Georgia’s DV Claims

The Untold Story of Mabry v. State Farm — And Why It Still Haunts Insurers in 2025 Prologue – The Crash That Changed Everything Atlanta, 1998 John Mabry, a 34-year-old accountant and father of two, never imagined a fender-bender would thrust him into a legal war against a corporate titan.

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2024 Nissan Titan Diminished Value Case Study

Even after repairs, an accident can significantly impact your vehicle’s market value. If your 2024 Nissan Titan was involved in a collision, it has likely suffered diminished value—the difference between what it was worth before the accident and what it’s worth now. In this article, you’ll learn how diminished value

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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: EV Price Wars & Ai Undervalue

Wholesale Price Trends This Week Last Week of January 2017–2019 Average in Same Week Car Segments -0.44% -0.36% -0.35% Truck & SUVs Segments -0.39% -0.32% -0.36% Whole Market -0.41% -0.34% -0.36% Inventory & Retail Trends New Vehicles: Used Vehicles: 3 Trending News of the Week Legislative & Insurance Updates Georgia-Specific

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GM Cancels Next-Gen Camaro & Its Impact on Resale Value

GM’s Decision to Cancel the Next-Gen Camaro General Motors officially halted development of the seventh-generation Chevrolet Camaro in early 2025, despite earlier rumors of a revival. The sixth-generation model, discontinued in 2024 after declining sales and shifting market priorities, leaves a void in the muscle car segment. GM Authority reported

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2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Diminished Value Case Study

Your Volkswagen ID.4 may look as good as new after an accident, but its resale value tells a different story. Even with top-quality repairs, buyers and dealerships see accident history as a red flag—leading to a significant loss in market value. This article breaks down exactly how much your 2024

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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: The Trump’s Tariffs Dilema

Wholesale Price Trends This Week Last Week 2017–2019 Average in Same Week Car Segments -0.30% -0.39% -0.35% Truck & SUVs Segments -0.38% -0.32% -0.36% Whole Market -0.36% -0.34% -0.36% The U.S. wholesale market remains stable but faces pressure from tariffs and shifting demand. Here’s the latest breakdown: Inventory & Retail

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Will Trump’s Tariffs Raise Car and Gas Prices?

The Trump administration’s newly proposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico have sparked widespread concerns, particularly within the automotive and energy sectors. These tariffs, set to impose a 25% tax on imported goods, could lead to increased prices for gas, cars, and essential consumer products. In this article, we’ll

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Why Tesla Batteries Can Crush Georgia EV Resale Value

Georgia’s EV Boom Meets Tesla’s Battery Revolution Georgia has emerged as a national leader in EV adoption, fueled by Hyundai’s $7.6 billion Metaplant near Savannah and Tesla’s dominance in the luxury EV market 16. However, Tesla’s shift to advanced lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) batteries in 2025—praised for longevity and fire resistance—has unintended

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2024 Audi A4 Diminished Value Case Study

Even after repairs, your Audi A4 is worth less than before the accident. This loss is called diminished value, and it affects your car’s resale price. Insurance companies often minimize or ignore it, but with the right approach, you can recover what you’re owed. This article breaks down how diminished

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Autonomous Vehicles Future: Car Value Implications

1. The Reality Check: Autonomous Vehicles Shift Gears The autonomous vehicle (AV) industry is pivoting from grand visions of driverless utopias to practical, incremental advancements. Companies like Ford and GM are scaling back robotaxi ambitions, focusing instead on enhancing advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and securing regulatory approvals for limited autonomy.

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The Most Expensive States to Own a Car in 2025

Car ownership is a cornerstone of modern life, offering convenience and freedom. However, the costs associated with owning a vehicle can vary dramatically depending on where you live. From insurance premiums and gas prices to registration fees and maintenance costs, the state you reside in plays a pivotal role in

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NEW Kemp’s 2025 Tort Reform: Car Value at Risk

Georgia Tort Reform & Diminished Value: How 2025 Changes Could Cost You Thousands If you’ve been in a car accident, you know repairs don’t magically restore your car’s value. That loss—called diminished value—is money you’re owed. But Georgia’s 2025 tort reform proposals could slash your payout, letting insurers off the

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2023 Mitsubishi Mirage Diminished Value Case Study

Accidents happen. Even a minor fender bender can significantly impact your car’s value. If you own a 2023 Mitsubishi Mirage and it’s been involved in a collision, you might be entitled to compensation for its diminished value. This case study explores how we calculated the diminished value of a 2023

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