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FTC Launches “Combating Auto Retail Scams” Rule

The Truth About Cars

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the finalization of the new Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) rule designed to prevent auto dealers from utilizing bait-and-switch tactics and hidden junk fees. What’s more, now they can point to specific legal provisions that will help protect them in the process.

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Tesla’s war against direct sales wages on with big win in Virginia

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The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles has approved Tesla to sell its cars and will open three new locations in the State. This decision goes against the wishes of the Virginia Automobiles Dealers Association (VADA), which will not plan a legal challenge. Holcomb also granted Tesla this license.

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New York trial lawyer joins Tesla’s hardcore litigation team

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He was previously a litigation counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell which describes itself as the premier firm that leading companies and financial institutions all over the world turn to for counsel on business and legal matters. He invited applicants to email three to five bullet points describing the evidence of their exceptional ability.

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Ford Scales Back Michigan Battery Plant Investments

The Truth About Cars

Dealers don’t seem to be particularly enthusiastic about electrification anymore either. The vehicles themselves are getting harder to move — something literally every dealer source I have has expressed to me this year. Image: Ford Motor Co.] Become a& TTAC insider.

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DOT announces Fiat Chrysler public hearing and issues special order over recall performance

Green Car Congress

If NHTSA determines, based on the hearing and other evidence, that the company has failed its legal obligations under the Motor Vehicle Safetsy Act, the agency could order actions designed to improve the company’s performance, including the buy-back or replacement of affected vehicles. It is not enough to identify defects.

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What You Need to Know to Sell Your Car Online

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You can place or receive a bid online from a reputable source, visit a physical auction or visit a nearby dealer. There are several techniques to find used car values for a specific type of automobile. Network of Dealer Bids. KBB will want you to visit every dealer so that they can examine your car. Value of Your Car.

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Toyota to pay $180M penalty for Clean Air Act reporting violations

Green Car Congress

The United States has filed and simultaneously settled a civil lawsuit against Toyota Motor Corporation, Toyota Motor North America Inc., The consent decree remains subject to a period of public comment and court approval.

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