FTC Releases Automobile Pricing Transparency FAQs: What California Dealers Need to Know
California auto dealers should review new FTC pricing guidance addressing advertised prices, document fees, discounts, optional products, and third-party ads.
Category: Auto Defense
California CARS Act Compliance: What Dealers and the Automotive Industry Need to Know Before October 2026
California dealers, banks, finance companies, and businesses in the retail automotive industry face new CARS Act rules on October 1, 2026. Learn key regulations and compliance steps for disclosure, add-ons, cancellations, and records.
AutoNation’s $650,000 Settlement: Lessons in Compliance for Auto Dealers
A look at AutoNation’s recent settlement and what it reveals about California’s vehicle title laws, including practical compliance lessons for auto dealerships.
Removing a Wrongfully or Unlawfully Filed Lien from the California Secretary of State’s UCC Website
Fraudulent UCC 1 and judgment lien filings are increasingly common. Learn how California businesses can address and remove fraudulent UCC liens from the Secretary of State’s database.
What California Car Dealers Need to Know About Acceptance of Payment via Cryptocurrency
Guidance for California car dealers on accepting cryptocurrency payments and navigating DFAL requirements.
CCPA Finalizes Rules on Implicit Bias Risks & Cyber Security Audits in Financial Services Automation
California’s new CCPA regulations on ADMT create new compliance obligations for financial institutions. Learn how the rules impact lending, bias mitigation, consumer notices, risk assessments, and cybersecurity audits.