Category: Industry bulletins

The Consumer Protection Act gives AMVIC the authority to inspect all licensed automotive businesses in Alberta, including service and repair businesses. The business is often given a time period to correct issues identified from an inspection and then a followup inspection is conducted to ensure any identified issues are remedied and compliance is met. AMVIC inspectors have … Continued

Changes were made on April 1, 2024 to AMVIC’s vehicle sales levy, single sales business licensing fee, as well as the rules around the Compensation Fund. The vehicle sales levy increased to $10 (from $6.25) and the single sales business licence fee increased to $250 (from $175). This increase included the single sales, leasing and … Continued

Accurate documents, including a compliant bill of sale, increase transparency and build trust with consumers. Ensuring that the correct information is being recorded on bills of sale and financing applications provided to financial institutions will protect the consumer, your salespeople and business. Automotive businesses have an obligation to create and maintain complete and accurate financial … Continued

All-in advertised pricing means the advertised price of a vehicle must include ALL fees and charges. This includes freight, pre-delivery inspection/expense, administration and/or documentation fee(s) and levy recoveries. Adding any of these fees on top of an all-in advertised price is illegal. The only fee that can be added to the advertised price is GST … Continued

Is your business holding an off-site sales event? Don’t forget to let AMVIC know and double check your advertising to ensure it’s compliant. Submit your form At least three weeks before the event takes place, advise AMVIC about your event by submitting an on/off-site sales request form, available on amvic.org. Remember, even if you are … Continued