The yard of the Insurance Auto Auctions is full of wrecked cars. Among them are vehicles wrapped in red plastic bags. What does that red shrink wrap actually hide? All these mummified cars sit in the ...

Nine pounds of crystal meth were found hidden inside the door panels of a junked car at a salvage yard.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jim Gorzelany is a veteran automotive journalist. As of this writing, tropical storm Helene is strengthening into what could ...

Why salvage matters: Salvage titles mean a car was declared a total loss, but many can be repaired and resold at a profit if costs are managed. Parts sourcing tips: Balancing OEM, aftermarket, and ...

In the pre-pandemic days of early 2020, the average second-hand vehicle sold for about $20,500. Fast forward six years, and the number is closer to $27,000, per CarGurus. That 25% increase has led ...