Category: Industry bulletins

Whether you’re new to the automotive industry or have worked in it for awhile, it’s always a good idea to refresh yourself on the industry basics and applicable legislation. Here are some important reminders: Follow the codes of conductThe Automotive Business Regulation (ABR) includes two codes of conduct for automotive businesses in Alberta: the general codes of … Continued

Winter is on the way and many consumers will soon be looking to winterize their vehicles. As a service and repair business, it’s important for you to know your obligations when it comes to repair estimates and authorizations, as outlined in Sections 31.6, 31.7 and 31.8 of the Automotive Business Regulation (ABR). For instance, if a … Continued

When it comes to buying a vehicle, every consumer is different in terms of their finances and how they choose to make a payment. Not all consumers purchasing a vehicle want to finance it, and some may be able to pay for a vehicle in full with cash. If it’s your policy to finance all … Continued

The 2024 – 2025 AMVIC annual report celebrates 25 years as Alberta’s automotive regulator: The 2024 – 2025 annual report can be found on amvic.org.

Did you recently move locations or change ownership of your business? Are you planning to offer more automotive services? There are steps you, as an AMVIC-licensed business, must follow in relation to Section 134 of the Consumer Protection Act when making changes to your business. You must notify AMVIC, in writing, within 15 days, if any … Continued