CAR CAR - Certified Automotive Recycler Vehicle Acquisition & Title Processing Questions and Answers

Question 1

What document must an automotive recycler obtain when purchasing a vehicle for dismantling?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle title or certificate of title

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A copy of the seller's driver's license only

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A vehicle inspection sticker

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Proof of insurance only

Question 2

What is a salvage title in the context of automotive recycling?

Accepted Answer

A state-issued title designating a vehicle as a total loss, typically due to accident, flood, or theft recovery

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A title issued to vehicles with very low mileage

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A temporary title for test drives only

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A title for vehicles being exported overseas

Question 3

What is required when purchasing a vehicle from a private individual for recycling in most US states?

Accepted Answer

A signed bill of sale and the vehicle title

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Only a verbal agreement between the parties

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A notarized letter from the seller's lending bank

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Proof of the seller's auto insurance

Question 4

What is title jumping, and why is it illegal?

Accepted Answer

Transferring a vehicle title to a new owner without first registering it in the intermediate owner's name

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A vehicle that has passed multiple safety inspections

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A method of fast-tracking DMV title transfers for recyclers

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A vehicle that has been exported and then re-imported

Question 5

Which federal agency administers the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS)?

Accepted Answer

DOJ (Department of Justice)

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EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)

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OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

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NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

Question 6

Under NMVTIS regulations, within how many days of acquisition must licensed automotive recyclers report vehicles to the system?

Accepted Answer

Within 30 days of acquisition

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Annually at year end

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Only when requested by law enforcement

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Every 5 years