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Who Is the Claimant in a Car Accident?

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you’ve likely heard the term “claimant.” But what does it really mean? Understanding who the claimant is—and how that role affects your insurance claim—is crucial. In this article, you’ll learn what a claimant is in a car accident, how to tell if

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How Frame Damage Impacts Your Car’s Value

When your vehicle suffers frame damage, it can significantly impact its value and safety. In this article, you’ll learn exactly what frame damage is, how it differs from structural damage, and how much it can reduce your car’s resale or trade-in value. We’ll also cover the financial risks, common repair

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2024 BMW 2-Series Diminished Value Case Study

Was your 2024 BMW 2-Series recently involved in an accident? Even with high-quality repairs, your car’s accident history can cause a noticeable drop in market value. This drop is called diminished value, and it can have a significant impact on your ability to sell or trade in your vehicle at

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How we at DVGA Craft Our +94% Accurate Appraisal Reports

Below is an in-depth look at how we at Diminished Value of Georgia craft our appraisal reports—combining rigorous methodology, proprietary market data, and decades of hands-on experience to produce court-quality, USPAP-compliant documentation. In each report, we: Our Methodological Foundation We adhere strictly to USPAP standards, ensuring every step—from data collection

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2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Diminished Value Case Study

Even after high-quality repairs, your 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has likely lost market value—and that loss is known as diminished value. In this article, we’ll break down a real case study using our patent-pending valuation method to show exactly how much value your vehicle may have lost. You’ll learn what

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How To File a Diminished Value Claim from Erie Insurance

If your car was recently damaged in an accident—and the repairs are done—your car’s value has likely dropped. Even if it looks brand new, buyers and dealers alike will view it differently. That loss in market value is called diminished value, and you may be entitled to recover it through

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Auto Market Update 2025: BYD Tops Electric Vehicles Sales

Auto Market Update – May 9, 2025 As we navigate through May, the automotive market continues to reflect the complexities of global shifts and evolving consumer behaviors. This week’s insights delve into price trends across vehicle segments, the dynamics of the used retail market, auction conversion rates, and pivotal industry

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How 2025 Auto Tariffs Are Hurting Georgia Resale Value

On April 3, 2025, the White House invoked Section 232, imposing a 25 percent tariff on imported automobiles (parts follow on May 3) to “protect national security” (The White House). This move sparked a sharp rise in used-vehicle values—Manheim’s April data show non-EVs up 2.5 percent month-over-month and 4.7 percent

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2025 Nissan Armada Diminished Value Case Study

If your 2025 Nissan Armada was recently involved in an accident, you might be wondering what that means for its resale value—even after top-quality repairs. The truth is, your vehicle has likely lost a significant portion of its market worth, and that loss is known as diminished value. This article

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Auto Market Update 2025: Prices Still Rising After April

The 2025 auto market continues to defy traditional seasonal patterns, with wholesale prices surging 0.63% week-over-week—matching the prior week’s growth and far exceeding the 2017–2019 average of 0.00% for the same period. Fueled by tariff uncertainties, reduced new-vehicle inventories, and robust consumer spending, this upward trend highlights a resilient market

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Three New VW EVs Debut in China, Not for U.S

Volkswagen just revealed three futuristic EVs at Auto Shanghai 2025—the ID. ERA, ID. EVO, and ID. AURA. They look ready for production, packed with cutting-edge tech, and built on new design partnerships with Chinese automakers. But there’s a catch: none of these models are coming to the U.S. In this

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