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Market Analysis Reveals Potential Plateau in Used Car Pricing Trends Nearing an Apex: Used Car Prices Show Signs of Plateauing According to the recent 2023 Intelligence Report from CarGurus, average listing prices for used cars experienced an increase in May. However, it appears that prices may be approaching their peak. By the end of May, […]

During the last week of March 2023, the Auto Fraud Legal Center, California’s leading automotive consumer firm, lost a case against Toyota Motor Sales USA (“Toyota”), involving the validity of Lexus’ “L Certified” program, Mazyck v. RNL Automotive, LLC/Toyota Motor Sales USA. The consumer plaintiff in the case challenged the program’s validity after purchasing a […]

Federal Law requires dealers in Florida affixing the buyer’s guide sticker on the window of each used car that they are selling. Dealers beware the buyer’s guide must be visible at first sight, both the front and the back. The law describes that the buyer’s guide must be prominently and conspicuously attached to the window. […]

Legal Victory for Ford: Overturning Allegations of Misleading Fuel Economy Claims for F-150 and Ranger In a recent appeal, Ford emerged victorious in a case that accused the company of deceiving the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by inflating the fuel economy ratings of its pickup trucks. The court’s ruling emphasized the authority of the […]

Utility scams are on the rise, and they can be costly and dangerous. Scammers posing as utility companies may call or email you, claiming that you owe money or need to make an immediate payment. They may threaten to shut off your power or gas if you don’t comply. Don’t fall for these scams! Here […]

Get your FREE Form + e-Guide. Dear members, some of our dealers who had recently become DealerXT members were unaware of the Catalytic Converter law that became effective in January 2024. As such we are sending this email to all of our members as a reminder to make sure they are aware of this law and the FREE form (English and Spanish) which is […]

The California Vehicle Code (CVC) is a collection of state laws and regulations that govern the use of motor vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians on California roads. It covers a wide range of topics, including traffic laws, vehicle registration requirements, driver’s licensing rules, and vehicle equipment standards. The CVC is divided into several different divisions, each […]

Dealer Experiences: Insights on DMV Investigator Raids and Your Rights In response to our previous article about DMV Investigator Raids and your rights as a dealer, some dealers reached out to us to also share their experience. The following story reflects the general experience of the other dealers. “We had four investigators, all of them […]

Disclosing Optional Service Contracts When it comes to optional service contracts, providing a comprehensive understanding of charges, terms, and conditions is not only an ethical responsibility but also a legal requirement. This article explores into the potential legal consequences of failing to properly disclose these crucial aspects, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and adherence […]

Ensuring Safety and Compliance in Mazda’s Hybrid Fleet Mazda Recalls 2024 CX-90 Plug-In Hybrids: Addressing Safety Concerns Mazda North American Operations has issued a recall for certain 2024 CX-90 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. This action aims to address a software error that could lead to unexpected engine and electric motor shutdowns, potentially causing a loss […]