SoCal Autos - Automotive Resources to Help Drivers
At SoCal Autos, we know that drivers need help sometimes. We try to offer this with some very useful resources to get you driving with ease.
California Department of Transportation
The Frequently Asked Questions Page from Caltrans's website includes information on title transfer, registration questions and more.
National Automobile Dealers Association (N.A.D.A.)
"America's Leading Source for Used Vehicle Values"
Kelley Blue Book
kbb.com--guiding the car buyer. Find used car values, new car pricing, info on buying and selling, new car previews, and more research.
CarFax
Millions of used cars have costly hidden problems. Use Carfax Vehicle History Reports to check for salvage history, odometer fraud, multiple owners, flood damage, major accident damage, and fire damage.
Consumer Reports
Expert advice and exclusive reliability information can guide you to the best used car or truck for you. Valuable information on the best and worst used vehicles, how to evaluate or sell a used car, compare insurance and much more. Narrow your choices with an interactive Car Selector.
Motor Trend
Features information on road tests, auto news, auto shows, buyer's guide and future vehicles.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
NHTSA investigates safety defects in motor vehicles, sets and enforces fuel economy standards, helps states and local communities reduce the threat of drunk drivers, promotes the use of safety belts, child safety seats and air bags, investigates odometer fraud, establishes and enforces vehicle anti-theft regulations and provides consumer information on motor vehicle safety topics.
California Driver's License
FAQ's page from California Department of Motor Vehicles providing information about obtaining and renewing California drivers' licenses
California Lemon Law
Find out more about the California Lemon Law with information from the Department of Motor Vehicles. You will find a consumer handbook, a complaint form, a warranty repair log, and the statutes and rules of the California Lemon Law.
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Find crash test data. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute are independent, nonprofit, research and communications organizations funded by auto insurers and dedicated to reducing highway crash deaths, injuries, and property losses.
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