regulation
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Manufacturer 31 JanBrussels swoops on tyres industry over price fixing cartel concerns
The European Commission has launched surprise checks at tyre manufacturers across several member states, investigating potential price fixing.
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Aftersales 22 JanBrussels must act now before cyber laws block access to data, say independent repairers
Brussels must stop dragging its feet and deliver sector-specific legislation on vehicle data access before new cyber security laws risk blocking efforts.
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Opinion 16 JanExecutive View: Building on positivity not fear
Mark Field, chief executive of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) explains why its new campaign will be built on positivity… not fear.
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Opinion 21 DecExecutive View: Vulnerable customer identification under the FCA's Consumer Duty
The pressure on UK motor retailers to identify vulnerable customers ahead of the motor finance sales process has increased since the arrival of the latest regulatory regime, and Jonathan Barrett, chief executive of Comentis, shares his thoughts on what this means for regulated firms.
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Manufacturer 17 OctEuro 7 vote improves EC proposal, but still falls short: ACEA
Euro 7 vote improves EC proposal, but still falls short: ACEA
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Car Dealer News 15 SepWith FCA Consumer Duty, TC Harrison invests to support vulnerable customers
TC Harrison Group is investing in systems and training to help its workforce identify and support vulnerable customers in line with Financial Conduct Authority demands.
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Finance 3 JulFCA warns motor insurers it is concerned about write-off payouts
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has found motor insurers need to improve how they treat vulnerable customers and handle claims, and end paying out low for write-offs
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Manufacturer 28 JunToyota and Hyundai "misleading" EV charging claims criticised by advert watchdog
The UK national sales companies of carmakers Toyota and Hyundai have been warned by the Advertising Standards Authority for making marketing claims about the rapid charging capability of electric vehicles which it has ruled as "misleading".
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Aftersales 27 JunCopart's takeover of Hills gets green light from competition regulator
The Competition and Markets Authority has reversed its previous decision regarding Copart's acquisition of Hills Motors.
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Finance 10 MayFCA warns of "swift action" as Consumer Duty deadline looms
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned there will be "swift action" for those that ignore its new Consumer Duty standards.
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Opinion 9 MayConsumer Duty renews focus on even better customer outcomes
Mike Todd, chief executive of Volkswagen Financial Services UK, shares his thoughts about the Financial Conduct Authority's new Consumer Duty regime which begins on July 31.
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Finance 3 MayWalker Morris boosts motor finance regulatory team with Russell Kelsall hire
Law firm Walker Morris has appointed Russell Kelsall as a partner and head of consumer and motor finance in its regulatory team.
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Finance 24 MarFCA expands its enforcement and oversight team
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has made Therese Chambers and Steve Smart its joint executive directors of enforcement and market oversight.
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Finance 14 Mar
BVRLA launches Compliance Forum to help members with FCA
A new Compliance Forum, centred around three half-day events, is hoped to help BVRLA members improve their understanding of the ongoing "period of remarkable regulatory realignment" and the future of motor finance.
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Aftersales 17 FebConsultation on year 4 MOT start gets deadline extension for trade input
The current consultation on plans to change the MOT test has been extended after the motortrade lobbied the Department for Transport (DfT).
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Finance 25 Jan
FCA gives firms extra Consumer Duty guides as review finds laggards
Alarm raised by the Financial Conduct Authority that some firms are behind in their planning with just six months until Consumer Duty rules comes into effect.
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Finance and insurance 18 JanChange ahead for point of sale motor finance
Car finance sales opportunities remain for motor retailers despite tougher economic conditions, new business models and the upcoming FCA Consumer Duty requirements
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Finance and insurance 25 Oct
Tight deadline for FCA Consumer Duty plan approaches
As the October 31 deadline for implementation plans for FCA Consumer Duty looms, compliance experts share their advice for UK motor retailers.
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Finance 14 Sep
Register to hear experts in FCA Consumer Duty webinar
AM is hosting a webinar for law firm Freeths this Thursday to give UK motor retailers insights into how they must prepare for the Consumer Duty, the new regime from the Financial Conduct Authority.
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Finance 3 Aug
The FCA toughens regulatory oversight of appointed representatives
The Financial Conduct Authority has toughened its rules to help prevent consumers being mis-sold or mis-led by appointed representatives (ARs) following its concerns that many are not being managed effectively by principal firms.
