With winter here to stay, many consumers will be looking to winterize their vehicles. It is important to understand your obligations as a service and repair business when it comes to repair estimates and authorizations, outlined in Sections 31.6, 31.7 and 31.8 of the Automotive Business Regulation (ABR). For instance, if a vehicle requires a service … Continued
Read MoreRecently, AMVIC inspectors have been noticing that automotive businesses are not advertising with vehicle stock numbers because they are advertising vehicles they do not have in their possession. This is frequently happening with vehicles that are “order-in only” and the automotive business is incorrectly advertising a specific price for the vehicle. When placing an advertisement … Continued
Read MoreWhether you are new to the automotive industry or a seasoned veteran, it’s always a good idea to go back to the basics. Here are a few reminders to jump start your fall season: Codes of conductThe Automotive Business Regulation (ABR) establishes two codes of conduct for automotive businesses in Alberta: the general codes of … Continued
Read MoreThe automotive industry continues to face vehicle shortages, consumers are waiting longer for pre-ordered vehicles and vehicle prices seem to be changing. Consumers may find this market challenging; here are a few back to basic consumer tips: AMVIC recommends dealing with a licensed business. Before you shop, look up the business you are dealing with … Continued
Read MoreIn this issue: AMVIC 2021 – 2022 annual report released Top three complaint types in 2021 – 2022 and how to avoid them Annual report: inspection concerns The year at a glance Salesperson registration renewals on AMVIC Online New federal luxury tax and all-in pricing Read Impact Vol. 3, 2022
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