On September 30, Michael Dingman from the FTC addressed automotive regulators, discussing pricing transparency in dealership advertising. He covered fees, price breakdowns, optional add-ons, savings claims, and the role of third-party advertising, emphasizing truthful representation and compliance.
FTC Consumer Protection Official Shares Perspective on Pricing Transparency for Dealers Read Post »
Severe winter weather is expected to impact large portions of the country, bringing ice, snow, and freezing temperatures to areas that do not typically experience prolonged winter conditions.
Winter is Here: What Dealerships Should Know About Employee Safety Read Post »
As the penny stockpile decreases, there can be real compliance issues for dealers that affect advertising, sales tax, TILA, cash acceptance laws, and DMS configuration.
The End of the Penny: Don’t Let What Seems Trivial Create an Unwanted Problem Read Post »
Google is enforcing new transparency standards for digital ads that feature pricing. Under the new rules, ads must clearly reflect what buyers will actually pay, including all required fees and terms.
Clear Price, No Surprise: Google’s New Transparency Rules Take Effect for Dealers Read Post »
When the federal government shuts down, it can be tempting to assume the rules go dark with it—but a shutdown is not a suspension of law.
NAMVBC recently held its fall workshop, bringing together state motor vehicle regulators, board members, legal counsel, and industry stakeholders to discuss emerging trends, enforcement priorities, and regulatory best practices. The meeting underscored a clear message: dealership advertising compliance is no longer a side issue; it’s at the center of regulatory attention.
The EEOC recently filed a federal lawsuit against a Maryland auto dealer alleging that it denied a parts department worker a reasonable accommodation.
What Auto Dealers Should Know About EEOC’s Service Dog Lawsuit Against Maryland Dealer Read Post »
New regulations take effect on July 1, 2025. With a continued emphasis on enforcement and the recent passage of these new regulations, the BAR is becoming emboldened and there is no sign of them slowing down.
By Mark Sanborn Senior Product and Regulatory Counsel On April 16, 2025, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) issued its
Another California Privacy Enforcement Action – and The 9th Circuit Makes It Nationwide! Read Post »
