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NewsJune 3, 2015

Michigan Suspends Licenses of Five Dealers

Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson has suspended the licenses of five Detroit used-vehicle dealers after an investigation uncovered multiple fraudulent acts, including the sale of cars containing stolen parts and record-keeping violations.

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NewsJune 2, 2015

FTC Clarifies Online Marketing Guidelines in Latest Update

The Federal Trade Commission released updated guidance regarding endorsements and testimonials. It addresses topics such as Twitter endorsements, Facebook 'Likes' and YouTube videos.

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NewsMay 26, 2015

Disparate Impact Ruling Expected This Week

A case debating a legal theory used by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to go after auto finance sources for perceived discrimination in dealer markup is expected to be ruled on this week by the U.S Supreme Court.

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NewsMay 21, 2015

TrueCar Denies Claims in CNCDA Lawsuit

The California New Car Dealers Association filed a lawsuit against TrueCar last Wednesday, alleging the that the shopping site is not in compliance with certain sections of the California Vehicle Code — a claim TrueCar has denied.

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NewsMay 20, 2015

CNCDA Files Suit Against TrueCar

The California New Car Dealers Association filed a lawsuit Wednesday against TrueCar, alleging that the shopping site is not in compliance with certain sections of the California Vehicle Code.

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Newsby Brittany-Marie SwansonMay 12, 2015

Texas DMV Closes Case Against CarGurus

The enforcement division of the Texas DMV has closed its case against CarGurus after the vehicle-shopping site made revisions to its used-car advertisements. In April, the department threatened enforcement actions because of the way the site listed used vehicles for sale.

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NewsMay 6, 2015

Most Dealers Unprepared for CFPB Regulations, eLEND Finds

In a recent survey, eLEND Solutions found that while 80% of dealers expect the CFPB to implement regulations that would replace dealer participation with mark-up thresholds or a flat-fee model, only 40% have plans in place to meet those requirements.

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Newsby Brittany-Marie SwansonMay 1, 2015

Texas DMV Halts Plan to Fine Dealers With CarGurus Listings

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement Division has pulled back on its plan to fine dealers with listings on CarGurus.com after the department and the shopping site discussed revisions to CarGurus’ advertising practices in a call yesterday.

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Newsby Brittany-Marie SwansonApril 30, 2015

Texas Dealers Could Face Fines Over CarGurus’ Business Practices

Last week, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement Division issued a cease-and-desist letter to CarGurus and the state’s dealer association, threatening dealers with fines up to $10,000 a day if the shopping site does not revise its advertising practices.

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NewsApril 27, 2015

Firm Suing TrueCar Adds to Litigation Team

Bellavia Blatt & Crossett has added Thomas Williams, Esq., to its litigation team prosecuting TrueCar for false advertising.

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