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.
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?
Vehicle inspection is compulsory for all cars registered in Singapore. Here's a handy guide to understanding the whole inspection process from start to finish.
Vehicle inspection firm Vicom has rolled out a free fire-fighting course for customers on the back of a surge in vehicular fire cases.
A stricter vehicle inspection regimen for petrol vehicles, slated to roll out in April, will extend the inspection process by 33%.
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.