While it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and anticipation of buying a vehicle, it’s important to know that in Alberta, there is no “cooling off” period. That means once you sign on the dotted line, the vehicle is yours; you have contractually agreed to buy it. Take these cautionary steps before you … Continued
Read MoreAMVIC works hard to build a fair and trusted automotive marketplace for consumers and industry alike through awareness and the distribution of valuable resources. AMVIC Online is a repository full of useful information for automotive businesses including industry links, forms and publications. To help ensure compliance, transparency and diligence in all areas of your business, … Continued
Read MoreThinking of buying a vehicle this year? Whether you’re looking to buy new or used, it’s important you know your rights as a consumer and any red flags to watch for when vehicle shopping. Beware of curbers If you decide to buy a vehicle, make sure the automotive business you’re dealing with is AMVIC-licensed by … Continued
Read MoreHoliday season is here and you may have limited-time specials or incentives to offer. Do your advertisements comply with legislation? The Automotive Business Regulation Section 11(2)(n) states a business operator cannot use false, misleading or deceptive statements in advertisements. Here are some examples of non-compliant advertisements: The all-in advertised price should not include incentives that … Continued
Read MoreThinking of buying a used vehicle, but not sure where to start? Before you go shopping, visit amvic.org for free, reliable information before and during your purchase. Before: research the vehicle Use the VIN (vehicle identification number) to: During: use AMVIC’s consumer guide Check out AMVIC’s used vehicle consumer guide to walk you through the purchase … Continued
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