Dings and Scratches

Vehicle histories--A recent column listed erroneous information on how to use the VIN, or vehicle identification number, to obtain the ownership histories and salvage records of used cars and trucks (“Steer Clear of Cars With a Checkered Past,” Jan. 26).

Here are two companies that do, indeed, provide such VIN-based vehicle histories, typically for a fee starting at $19.95: Carfax, https://www.carfax.com; and CCC Information Services, (800) 633-7834, Ext. 214; https://www.vehiclehistory.com.