LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — We hear a lot about cybercrime, but scams can, and do, happen face-to-face. And car repair ripoffs are among the most reported. AARP warns, sometimes mechanics want to do work that ...

The first step to avoiding common car repair frauds is to read that book that’s been gathering dust in your glove compartment. “I think the best thing people can do is follow their owners manual and ...

Too many people know the pain of dealing with a less-than-reputable auto mechanic. The occurrence is seared into the pop culture of our modern world because auto mechanics work within a critically ...

Extended auto warranties can reduce some of the financial risks of car ownership and provide valuable peace of mind in the process — but only if they’re legitimate. An AARP study found that 7 in 10 ...

Car owners are facing a new kind of fraud that exploits trust and the desire to keep vehicles in top condition. Many people pay extra for high-end service, expecting expert care and genuine parts.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – One person has been charged for his role in allegedly scamming an auto repair shop in Overland out of several thousand dollars last summer. According to the Overland Police ...

On Monday, the Lincoln Police Department arrested two 45-year-olds for targeting the elderly through a car repair scam.

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