The best way to prevent freak incidents (like watching the used car you bought go up in smoke) is to do thorough checks before committing any financial resource. Here are some options available to you in Singapore.
Used cars are protected on paper by lemon law, but just how useful is that in the real world against hefty repairs? Should all used cars come with warranty?
Buying a used car may be more financially prudent than buying a brand new car, the risk of buying a lemon is always there. Protect your finances with sgCarMart Warranty today.
Car inspection is a regular requirement for all drivers. Car evaluation is a non-mandatory check for pre-owned cars. Do you know the difference?
Found a defect on your car? You might be able to make a claim under the lemon law. Find out what is covered and if you can get a refund or replacement here.
Used car dealers are turning to consignment deals as Singapore's lemon law, which applies to only business-to-consumer transactions, would not apply.
The Consumers Association of Singapore has handled more than 1,100 'lemon law' cases, with more than two-thirds of them having been resolved satisfactorily.
Some second-hand car dealers have resorted to posing as direct sellers in order to avoid warranty obligations and paying GST.
The Consumers Association of Singapore has launched a SAFE Checklist in light of the high number of complaints regarding car defects on pre-owned cars.
Lemon Law was implemented in Singapore in September 2012. We answer these frequently asked questions about Singapore's Lemon Law.
The practice of replacements or full refunds for cars are uncommon in Singapore, unless the problem is severe, reported The Business Times.
More used car dealers are crying foul over the lemon law, claiming that some are abusing it to demand the replacement of vehicle parts worn down by age.
Judge rules that buyers can still have their faulty item fixed even if they have signed any form of warranty waiver.
For the second consecutive year, the automotive industry took top spot for drawing the most number of complaints, reported Case.
The number of reported cases against defective cars has increased year-to-date since the introduction of the 'Lemon Law'.
Since the introduction of 'Lemon Law' early September, the number of motor related complaints to Case has declined sharply over a three month period.
Lemon Law was passed in parliament and took effect in 2012. The law covers second hand cars as well but by how much? You will be surprised.