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While it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and anticipation of buying a vehicle, it’s important to know that in Alberta, there is no “cooling off” period. That means once you sign on the dotted line, the vehicle is yours; you have contractually agreed to buy it. Take these cautionary steps before you … Continued

Thinking of buying a vehicle this year? Whether you’re looking to buy new or used, it’s important you know your rights as a consumer and any red flags to watch for when vehicle shopping. Beware of curbers If you decide to buy a vehicle, make sure the automotive business you’re dealing with is AMVIC-licensed by … Continued

Thinking of buying a used vehicle, but not sure where to start? Before you go shopping, visit amvic.org for free, reliable information before and during your purchase. Before: research the vehicle Use the VIN (vehicle identification number) to: During: use AMVIC’s consumer guide Check out AMVIC’s used vehicle consumer guide to walk you through the purchase … Continued

AMVIC often sees automotive businesses trying to add extra fees to a vehicle sale. If you’re a consumer, this can happen when you’re ordering a vehicle or when you’re walking into an automotive business and picking from their current inventory. All-in advertised pricing is the law. In Alberta, all-in advertised pricing is the law. This … Continued

The weather is getting cooler and you may be thinking about winterizing your vehicle. Do you know Alberta has legislation regulating automotive service and repair businesses? This means an automotive service and repair business operating in Alberta must be licensed by AMVIC. If someone is offering prices too good to be true, they could be … Continued