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Website disclaimers and all-in advertised pricing

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Does your automotive business have a website with a “disclaimer” at the bottom? Ensure the disclaimer statement aligns with all-in advertised pricing legislation as set out in Section 11(2)(l) of the Automotive Business Regulation (ABR). The ABR, Section 11(2)(l) states that businesses must include “[…] in the advertised price for any vehicle the total cost … Continued

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Accurate bill of sale

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How does having an accurate and compliant bill of sale help your automotive business succeed? Not only is it required by law, but it increases transparency and builds trust with consumers. It also acts as a written record to help resolve any kind of dispute. By capturing all the information, you can ensure your business … Continued

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Compliant advertising

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With a new year starting, you may have inventory you’re looking to clear or incentives to offer. Are you making sure your advertisements comply with legislation? The Automotive Business Regulation Section 11(2)(n) states a business operator cannot use false, misleading or deceptive statements in advertisements. Here are some examples: The all-in advertised price should not … Continued

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RV businesses: are you licensed for the correct activities?

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AMVIC inspectors have seen a recent increase in recreational vehicle (RV) sales businesses that are performing RV repairs without being licensed for the specialty service they are performing. As the season changes and more people start preparing their RVs for winter storage, ensure your business is compliant before completing any services. An RV technician is … Continued

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Financing-only option for consumers

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Not all consumers who are purchasing a vehicle want to finance it; some may be able to pay for a vehicle in full with cash. If it is your policy to finance all vehicle transactions, then the consumer must be made aware of all requirements as listed in the Cost of Credit Disclosure Regulation before entering into … Continued

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