'Certified' sounds reassuring, but what are you actually getting for the extra money? Here’s what CPO really means.

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When shopping for a used car, many buyers struggle to know if paying extra for a certified pre-owned one is worth it. Buying a certified pre-owned vehicle, commonly called a CPO vehicle, has benefits ...

In a market still shaking off pandemic distortions and absorbing the economic uncertainty of new tariffs, certified pre-owned vehicles are again quietly emerging as an important strategic play for ...

A Certified Pre Owned car might sound like the smart buy for you, but be careful, that term has several meanings. Some cars are only dealer certified, while others are covered by the manufacturer.

Certified pre-owned vehicles come with the added assurance of a trusted history, at a cost slightly higher than a basic used option. Having a vehicle inspected by a mechanic before purchase is one of ...

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Once car dealers saw that consumers embraced certified pre-owned programs backed by the vehicle manufacturers, they seized the opportunity and started “certified” used-car programs of their own.

Imagine this: you’re standing in a dealership with one of two decisions to make. On the one hand sits a brand-new BMW 3 Series, but you've heard it stands to lose 20% of its value the second its tires ...

If you’re thinking about buying a Charger, Challenger, Hornet or Durango, you might be considering a certified pre-owned (CPO) Dodge if it doesn’t cost much more than purchasing a noncertified car.

Charlen holds a BA Languages & Culture degree and has over a decade of experience in automotive journalism. His work experience includes stints at CAR Mag and News24 Motoring. Charlen didn't grow up ...