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Virginia Emissions Data Added to Carfax.com Database

12 April 2000

Virginia Emissions Data Added to Carfax.com Database; One Million Records Will Help Stop $10 Billion Lost to Odometer Fraud

    FAIRFAX, Va., April 12 Carfax.com, the nation's leading
provider of vehicle history information, today announced the addition of 1.2
million odometer readings from Virginia emission inspections to its national
database of over one billion vehicle records. Used car buyers across the
country now have access to odometer readings from the entire state. According
to National Highway traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates, Americans
lose approximately $10 billion each year to odometer fraud.
    "Check this out," writes Carfax customer David Frost. "I recently bought a
car that had 78,000 miles showing on the odometer. I ran a Carfax report and
found out the car really has over 300,000 miles on it. Luckily, I convinced
the seller to take the car back. Thanks for helping me avoid a gigantic
mistake."
    Just what do these records mean to the consumer? In addition to the other
valuable information in a Carfax report, such as flood damage, major accidents
or salvage history, consumers can see odometer readings for thousands of used
cars and trucks.
    Consumers should ask their used car dealer to provide a detailed vehicle
history. Participating Carfax dealers can be located at http://www.Carfax.com. If not
available through a dealer, consumers can visit Carfax.com to purchase 60 days
of unlimited access to the company's database for $19.95. Individuals who
purchase and receive Carfax reports that confirm a clean title history
automatically receive the Clean Title History Guarantee worth 10% of the value
of their vehicle up to $1,000. Used car dealers interested in signing up for
the Carfax service should call 1-800-444-0145.