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The new CARS Rule Was originally proposed by the FTC in June 2022, and slated to go into effect on July 30, 2024. When the rule is in force, the FTC stated that it is anticipated to save car-shopping consumers in the United States over $3.4 billion per year.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the CARS (Combating Auto Retail Scams) Rule to combat deceptive practices in vehicle shopping, targeting issues like bait-and-switch tactics and hidden fees. This rule, effective from July 30, 2024, requires dealers to clearly disclose the full price of a vehicle, inform consumers about total payments, and ensure that any add-on products or services are optional and provide actual benefits to the consumer. Dealers must also obtain express, informed consent for any charges.
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The FTC has launched the CARS (Combating Auto Retail Scams) Rule, effective July 30, 2024, which mandates dealers clearly disclose full vehicle prices, total payments, and obtain explicit consent before charging for add-on products or services—measures projected to save U.S. consumers $3.4 billion annually. The thread emphasizes that small independent dealers in particular need to understand and comply with these new transparency requirements to avoid deceptive practice violations.