The FTC’s Enforcement Playbook: What Dealers Need to Know Right Now
Thanks to CBT News for the opportunity to serve as a panelist at the Auto Leadership Summit. It was an honor to share the stage with Brian Bennett and Barrett Beaty to discuss today’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape and what it means for dealerships.The...
Massachusetts AG Issues Advisory on Vehicle Advertising and Pricing
Compliance Alert The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office recently issued an advisory reminding motor vehicle dealerships of their obligations regarding vehicle advertising, pricing transparency, and consumer protection requirements. While directed toward...
FTC Warns 97 Auto Dealership Groups About Deceptive Pricing
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently issued warning letters to 97 auto dealership groups regarding advertising practices that may mislead consumers about vehicle pricing. According to the FTC, some dealerships may be advertising prices that do not reflect the...
AI Is a Tool, Not a Decision-Maker
…innovation, accountability and the role of AI in automotive retail Many dealers don’t realize that artificial intelligence is already embedded in multiple dealership operations. AI systems may be at work in: CRM led scoring and predictive analytics Automated chat and...
The Extended Life of Cars
The Rule Is Gone, but the Risk Remains Although the FTC’s Combating Auto Retail Scams Rule (the “CARS Rule”) was set aside by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on January 27, 2025, and then later withdrawn by the FTC on February 12, 2026, the consumer...
Twenty-five years ago today, our nation was forever changed.
ADCO and AFIP join together in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honoring the courage of our first responders, and recognizing the strength of the survivors, families, and communities forever affected.
We will never forget.
Exciting News for Dealership Compliance!
AFIP/ADCO is proud to announce our new partnership with Privacy4Cars to help dealerships address one of today`s fastest-growing compliance challenges: vehicle data privacy.
Modern vehicles store far more than just driving information—they can retain contacts, locations, payment information, garage codes, and even remote access credentials. As connected vehicle technology continues to evolve, protecting customer data has become a critical part of every dealership`s compliance program.
Through this partnership, AFIP/ADCO members now have preferred access to Privacy4Cars` industry-leading tools designed to help dealerships disclose, delete, and disconnect sensitive vehicle data—reducing privacy, security, and liability risks while strengthening customer trust.
Learn more about the partnership:
https://www.prweb.com/releases/afipadco-partners-with-privacy4cars-to-help-dealers-address-vehicle-data-privacy-compliance-gaps-302831834.html
There’s still time to register!
Every dealership advertisement is more than a message—it’s a potential compliance opportunity or risk.
Join Terrence J. O`Loughlin of Reynolds and Reynolds and Shannon Robertson for an insightful discussion on today’s automotive advertising standards, common dealership mistakes, and the proactive steps dealers can take to identify and reduce compliance risks before they become costly issues.
Whether you’re in dealership leadership, compliance, marketing, or F&I, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
Reserve your spot today:
https://www.adcocommunity.com/event-detail/monitoring-testing-and-auditing-your-program
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from AFIP!
As we celebrate our nation`s freedom, we also recognize the values that help drive our industry forward—integrity, accountability, professionalism, and trust.
Thank you to the finance and insurance professionals who serve customers with excellence every day and help strengthen the automotive industry through ethical business practices.
Wishing you and your family a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July.
