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Vehicle history disclosure for RVs and trailers

| Industry bulletins

As camping season approaches, there may be more people shopping for RVs and trailers. If a consumer decides to buy a used RV from your business, make sure you provide all applicable vehicle history as per Section 31.1(1) of the Automotive Business Regulation (ABR). Even if the RV or trailer is non-motorized, the legislation around

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Don’t be surprised by vehicle condition

| Consumer bulletins

With the current, rapidly changing used vehicle market, there may be more pressure to make quick buying decisions. If you’re shopping for a vehicle at an automotive business or plan to buy privately, make sure you do some research on the vehicle you’re interested in to avoid surprises. Purchasing from an automotive business Section 31.1(1)

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Watch for extra fees

| Consumer bulletins

In an unpredictable vehicle market where inventory is moving fast, it’s more important than ever for you as the consumer to read and understand the bill of sale when buying a vehicle. All-in advertised pricing is the law in Alberta. That means the advertised price of a vehicle must include all fees and charges the

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All-in advertised pricing is the law that needs to be followed

| Industry bulletins

Businesses and consumers are currently navigating uncertain times in the automotive industry. As always, but especially during these times of uncertainty, it is essential that your business follows Alberta’s all-in advertised pricing legislation. In Alberta, all-in advertised pricing is the law. That means the advertised price of a vehicle must include ALL fees and charges

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Updated AMVIC consumer guides

| Consumer bulletins

When it comes to Alberta’s automotive industry, AMVIC promotes consumer protection from unfair practices through education, public engagement and free resources. Recently, AMVIC updated three of its consumer guides (pictured below) to make them more current, clear and helpful to anyone who may be planning on buying a vehicle. The refreshed “Budgeting for a vehicle,”

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