In-depth analysis, research reports, and expert commentary from the automotive auction industry.
If you're deciding between a cash-for-cars sale and a private listing, timeline is often the deciding factor. Here's a realistic look at how long each step…
Inheriting a vehicle often comes at a difficult time, and figuring out what to do with it can feel like one more complicated task on an already long list. If…
Getting into an accident is stressful enough without also having to figure out what to do with a damaged vehicle. If you're considering selling rather than…
Winning the auction is a milestone, not the finish line. What happens in the days after determines whether your vehicle arrives smoothly or gets tangled in…
Most trade-in offers come with a catch: the value only applies if you're buying a replacement vehicle from the same company. Elite's trade-in evaluation…
Electric and hybrid vehicles are an increasingly common sight at salvage auction, and they come with a very different risk profile than gas-powered vehicles.…
Not every vehicle at auction arrives the same way. Understanding where a listing originated — an insurance total loss versus a bank repossession — can…
Trucks and SUVs are some of the most consistently in-demand vehicles at auction — for personal use, commercial fleets, and rebuild projects alike. Here's…
Deposits are one of the most misunderstood parts of the auction process — and one of the most common sources of disputes when buyers assume terms that…