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VSTAG helps protect buyers and sellers of pre-owned vehicles from fraud during the online vehicle transaction process.

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

Thanks @2WLondon for publishing our news story about how to avoid online scams when buying that new bike

[2WheelsLondon @2WLondon]

Buying a new bike, scooter or moped should be fun – but what happens if you find your new bike is stolen or you’ve been the victim of fraud? Read our latest Blog...

https://t.co/4hdFP2pOAB

#2wheelslondon #stolenbikes #bikefraud

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

We're delighted that in the last few days, we've been quoted in @Daily_Express @TheSun newspapers and @CarDealerMag, as part of our crusade to protect vehicle buyers from online scams.

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

For all the up-to-date info you need on safely buying and selling a vehicle online, visit https://t.co/ncJIdXJlpX

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

Watch out for this scam when selling a vehicle:
- Scammers turn up to view vehicle in groups of 2 or 3
- One distracts the seller, while the others place oil into the coolant or exhaust pipe
- Engine emits smoke or sound as if there's a problem, then they make a lower offer

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

Watch out for this scam when selling a vehicle:
- Scammers turn up to view vehicle in groups of 2 or 3
- One distracts the seller, while the others place oil into the coolant or exhaust pipe
- Engine emits smoke or sound as if there's a problem, then they make a lower offer

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

Will this lead to more scams, we ask: Second-hand car prices surge amid new car shortage
https://t.co/ox7BLjWHw9

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

Today, @GetSafeOnline has launched its September awareness campaign, which is on safe buying and selling of vehicles online. Their advice has been compiled in collaboration with ourselves. Please read, and pass on https://t.co/OfNnezDJtP #autofraud

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

This YouTuber bought what he thought was an electric supercar from China, without seeing it at first hand or doing any proper due diligence. Turns out he was the victim of an expensive scam #autofraud #carscams #vehiclescams #thinktwice https://t.co/wIisHlaGDR

[GetSafeOnline.org @GetSafeOnline]

Home car charger owners urged to install updates after security researchers discover failings https://t.co/dzGmQGfuCE

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

I've just read 'Taking a test drive in lockdown' on @AutoTrader_UK https://t.co/eaaZSx4uTK

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

We're still getting reports of criminals using cloned plates to commit crimes, including thefts of other vehicles. In some cases, the genuine vehicles with these plates are being advertised on reputable selling platforms. If you're selling, blank out or pixellate the plate.

[The Motor Ombudsman @Motor_Ombudsman]

If you think that your car may be affected by a #recall, you can enter your vehicle's VIN number into the dedicated page on our website to find out: https://t.co/wUlTmeeZxt #peaceofmind 🚙

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

Corby chop shop worker jailed https://t.co/2IZPQyLSzj

[Trading Standards @bhamts]

#ScamAware When buying a #UsedCar ensure you have all relevant documents the seller should have V5c registration document & MOT certificate. Check names & dates on these. Is service record up-to-date. #ConsumerRights #BrumTS @BhamCityCouncil @CTSI_UK

[VSTAG @VSTAGVehicles]

VSTAG is a robust partnership of the UK’s leading online vehicle advertising platforms, law enforcement and other relevant organisations. Our members share information of known and suspected fraudulent advertisements – working together to reduce online vehicle crime.