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AMVIC continuously strives to build a fair marketplace for automotive consumers and businesses. One of the key ways this is achieved is through education, which includes AMVIC’s mandatory registration application process and online Salesperson Registration Course for automotive salespeople in Alberta. To ensure the delivery of high quality, relevant information to automotive businesses and their … Continued

As spring approaches and people start bringing their vehicles in for seasonal check-ups, make sure you know what to do as a service and repair business when it comes to repair estimates and authorizations. The Automotive Business Regulation (ABR) sets out specific regulations regarding repair estimates and authorizations in Sections 31.6, 31.7 and 31.8. An … Continued

Does your automotive business have a website with a “disclaimer” at the bottom? Ensure the disclaimer statement aligns with all-in advertised pricing legislation as set out in Section 11(2)(l) of the Automotive Business Regulation (ABR). The ABR, Section 11(2)(l) states that businesses must include “[…] in the advertised price for any vehicle the total cost … Continued

How does having an accurate and compliant bill of sale help your automotive business succeed? Not only is it required by law, but it increases transparency and builds trust with consumers. It also acts as a written record to help resolve any kind of dispute. By capturing all the information, you can ensure your business … Continued

With a new year starting, you may have inventory you’re looking to clear or incentives to offer. Are you making sure 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: The all-in advertised price should not … Continued