Spring is here, which means camping season is around the corner. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when shopping for your new or used RV: When in doubt, visit amvic.org for useful resources including the vehicle history checklist, the service and repair estimate and authorization checklist and the all-in advertised pricing page.
Read MoreOn March 17, 2026, the industry members of the AMVIC board re-appointed Catherine Manten as the director-at-large for a term of three years, effective April 21, 2026. Catherine Manten is a results‑driven, self‑motivated Chief Risk and Compliance Officer with more than 30 years of experience in financial, operational, governance and administrative leadership within the automotive … Continued
Read MoreAMVIC receives a high volume of questions and complaints about finance-only sales. Under current regulations, automotive businesses have the right to choose their accepted methods of payment. Similar to retailers who only take certain credit cards or cash for payment, an automotive business may decide to sell vehicles exclusively through their own in-house financing programs. … Continued
Read MoreAMVIC has observed that several service and repair businesses have not kept their trade certificate information up-to-date on their AMVIC Online business profiles. All licensed automotive businesses in Alberta are required to maintain accurate and current information on their AMVIC Online profile. As an employer, you are responsible for ensuring your journeypersons, apprentices and other … Continued
Read MoreIf you decide to buy a vehicle privately, make sure you understand the difference between a private seller and an unlicensed seller, which is commonly referred to as a curber. Purchasing a used vehicle from a curber can cause serious issues, should anything go wrong after the sale is complete. What is a curber? How do … Continued
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