Why More “Totaled” Cars Are Back on Dealer Lots

In this episode, we explain how price pressures are reshaping the used-vehicle market. We explain why a growing number of dealers are adding branded or salvage-title vehicles to their lots as insurers total cars for electronics-heavy repairs, not just big crashes. You’ll hear about the risks a test drive won’t reveal, how inconsistent state standards magnify uncertainty, and what questions to ask before you chase a “deal” that could turn into cascading sensor and safety issues.