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Malaysian Reserve
06-08-2025
- Automotive
- Malaysian Reserve
CARFAX: Up to 45,000 Vehicles Flood-Damaged in Mid-Year Storms
Buyer Beware: Used Car Buyers Should Watch for Warning Signs in Flood-Damaged Cars CENTREVILLE, Va., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Hurricane Season begins to ramp up, CARFAX estimates as many as 45,000 vehicles have been damaged by flooding from mid-year heavy rains and flash flooding between April and July swamped thousands of cars in states such as Texas, Kentucky, and West Virginia, and many of those vehicles are expected to soon resurface for sale in the used car market. These deadly storms may only be the beginning: the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic Ocean this year. This influx of flood-damaged vehicles is on top of the estimated up to 482,000 water-damaged cars that CARFAX data shows were already on U.S. roads at the start of 2025. 'Flood-damaged cars don't just stay in storm-hit areas; they show up all over the country, putting unsuspecting buyers at serious risk,' said Faisal Hasan, Vice President of Data Acquisition at CARFAX. 'The same vehicles pictured in one state, floating in floodwaters, can get cleaned up by scammers and sold elsewhere. And while these rehabbed cars may look showroom fresh, they're literally rotting from the inside out.'Here are the top 10 states that are estimated to have the most water-damaged cars: Florida and Texas lead the nation in the number of flood-damaged cars already on the road. But CARFAX research shows these vehicles often turn up in states where flooding isn't top of mind for car shoppers — including places such as Pennsylvania or Illinois. Consumers who want to avoid buying a flood-damaged car can use CARFAX's free Flood Check® tool at Used car shoppers can also get a free CARFAX Vehicle History Report on Carfax Car Listings from to see if a vehicle has a record of water damage. Consumers should look for these signs of flooding when considering any used car: Damp or loose carpentry, or carpentry that's mismatched from the upholstery Rust around doors, under the dashboard, on the pedals, or inside the hood or trunk latches A musty odor, potentially of mold or mildew Mud or silt in unusual places such as the glove compartment, under the seats, or up high Brittle wires under the dashboard Fog or moisture beads in the interior lights, head- and taillights, or in the instrument panel Editor's note: We have estimates on the number of flooded cars currently in each State and Top DMAs. Interviews with a used car expert from CARFAX are also available at any time. Please contact Em Nguyen at emnguyen@ About CARFAX CARFAX, part of S&P Global Mobility, helps millions of people every day confidently shop, buy, service and sell used cars with innovative solutions powered by CARFAX® vehicle history information. The expert in vehicle history since 1984, CARFAX provides CARFAX Car Listings, CARFAX Car Care, CARFAX History-Based Value and the flagship CARFAX Vehicle History Report to consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAX owns the world's largest vehicle history database and is nationally recognized as a top workplace by The Washington Post. Shop, Buy, Service, Sell – Show me the CARFAX®. S&P Global Mobility is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets.
Associated Press
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
CARFAX: Nearly 17 Million Vehicles on U.S. Roads Have Expired Registration Tags
Drivers With Expired Tags Could Face Thousands in Fines, Impoundment, and Even Jail Time CENTREVILLE, Va., June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- New CARFAX data found nearly 17 million vehicles on U.S. roads started 2025 with expired tags. Driving with outdated tags can lead to serious consequences, including costly fees and fines, and in some cases, having the vehicle towed or impounded. In instances with either repeat offenses or significantly overdue registrations, drivers can even face jail time. Expired tags can also complicate issues in accidents, potentially affecting insurance claims. The average lag for most drivers with expired tags is about four months, CARFAX data shows, more than enough time for fines or other penalties to accumulate. 'As summer kicks off and more families hit the road, a simple missed renewal can quickly spiral into a costly legal or financial headache,' said Paul Nadjarian, General Manager of CARFAX Car Care. 'The free CARFAX Car Care app helps drivers avoid surprises by sending timely reminders for key deadlines — from registration renewals to maintenance like recalls and tire rotations.' These 10 states had the most expired vehicle registrations at the start of the year: *Note: California's figures are a recent monthly average of expired tags provided to CARFAX by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Some states have penalties that can run up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars. In some instances, drivers can face jail time for repeat offenses, including in New York state, Florida, Washington, and Georgia, according to their DMV sites. For example, in California, the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) says that if a vehicle's registration has been expired for more than six months, law enforcement may order it towed or impounded. And although jail time isn't typical, that decision 'would be up to a judge'. And in Massachusetts, one out-of-state driver learned the hard way just how crucial it is to keep vehicle registration up to date, after a state trooper impounded his car and he was left stranded on the roadside. 'Just a warning to others,' he said. 'Don't let something like this, that can be quickly taken care of, slip through the cracks.' Editor's note: Local estimated numbers for expired tags in your state can be made available upon request. Interviews with a Carfax expert are available anytime. Please contact Em Nguyen at [email protected]. About CARFAX CARFAX, part of S&P Global Mobility, helps millions of people every day confidently shop, buy, service and sell used cars with innovative solutions powered by CARFAX® vehicle history information. The expert in vehicle history since 1984, CARFAX provides CARFAX Car Listings, CARFAX Car Care, CARFAX History-Based Value and the flagship CARFAX Vehicle History Report to consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAX owns the world's largest vehicle history database and is nationally recognized as a top workplace by The Washington Post. Shop, Buy, Service, Sell – Show me the CARFAX®. S&P Global Mobility is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE CARFAX
