Safety recalls in vehicles can be a serious matter, and it is essential that car dealerships in California take the appropriate measures to ensure that they are not selling vehicles that are unsafe. A safety recall is a notification by a vehicle manufacturer that a vehicle model may have a safety defect that may cause...Read More

Market Insights: Wholesale Prices Experienced a Downturn According to Black Book Overall Market and Segment Trends According to Black Book Market Insights, wholesale prices continued to decline in the overall market, with only a few segments showing small increases. The trend for 2- to 8-year-old vehicles reflected this decline with a -0.13% decrease last week....Read More

Guide the Legal Landscape: An In-Depth Analysis of Payment Packing Prohibitions in Dealerships In the detailed world of automotive transactions, legal adherence is vital. One practice that stands on unstable legal ground is Payment Packing. This article’s objective is to explain the legal complexities surrounding Payment Packing, emphasizing its prohibitive nature and the obligatory transparency...Read More

Car accidents can be overwhelming, leaving victims grappling not only with physical and emotional trauma but also with a complex web of legal considerations. Understanding your legal rights after a car accident is crucial for navigating the aftermath effectively. With the right information at your fingertips, you can make informed decisions that can significantly impact...Read More

The US automotive parts market keeps steadily growing and franchise car dealerships are significantly contributing to this growth and will continue to do so as they keep looking for new ways to meet the customers needs. As the consumer demands for car maintenance and repairs rises, the need to comply with manufacturer warranties have spurred...Read More

The requirement to provide a Spanish Retail Installment Sales Contracts depends on the laws and regulations in the particular jurisdiction where the transaction is taking place. In some states or regions with large Spanish-speaking populations, like California, it may be required by law to provide a translation of the vehicle sales contract, as well as...Read More

The complaint against Kasra Sadr and the Car Law Firm on May the 20th, 2020 states that six car owners were allegedly targeted with alarming letters informing them that their vehicles have incurred structural damage. The lawsuit says that the letters asked them to urgently contact the sender, Defendant Car Law Firm, for a case...Read More

In light of National Consumer Protection Week, California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta encouraged individuals to report any improper behavior or violations against consumer protection statutes directly to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) through their website. By doing so, data can be collected to help identify whether to probe further into a business or individual....Read More

Remind your team regarding Contract Cancellation Option Charts & Rules Concerning Fees We have seen a number of lawsuits and demand letters accusing dealerships of using Contract Cancellation Option Agreements that are not compliant with the law. We have heard numerous questions from our dealers on varying types of incorrect charts they have seen and...Read More

For automotive dealerships that do mechanical and service work on vehicles, proper registration with the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) is crucial for performing repairs that require mechanical expertise or pertain to parts essential for safe driving. Luckily, BAR does not regulate “minor” auto services such as tire replacement and installing a battery – activities which are generally conducted...Read More