US appeals court throws out Biden FTC car-buying consumer rules
A U.S. appeals court on Monday threw out rules adopted by the Biden administration to ban bait-and-switch tactics and prohibit auto dealers charging for add-on costs that do not benefit new car buyers.
Appeals court strikes down FTC’s rule banning add-on costs and bait-and-switch tactics
A U.S. appeals court ruled that the FTC's new rule aimed to ban bait-and-switch tactics does not benefit buyers and is invalid.
Fifth Circuit Vacates FTC’s CARS Rule
Yesterday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a significant opinion vacating the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Combating
U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down FTC’s Auto Dealer Regulations
The FTC sought to protect consumers from bait-and-switch tactics and unnecessary add-on charges, but opponents said the rule would increase paperwork, add complexity and raise costs.
US court throws out Biden-era rules designed to protect car buyers
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -A U.S. appeals court on Monday threw out consumer protection rules adopted by the Biden administration to ban bait-and-switch tactics and prohibit auto dealers charging for add-on costs that do not benefit new car buyers.
Federal Court Slaps Down Protections Against Car-Buying Scams
Car dealerships will not be explicitly banned from using bait-and-switch tactics, according to a new appeals court ruling.
U.S. appeals court wipes out FTC rules aimed at protecting car buyers
A U.S. appeals court ruled this week that new Federal Trade Commission regulations aimed at banning blatant bait-and-switch tactics and preventing auto dealers from charging add-on costs that do not benefit buyers are invalid.
AI Companion App Replika Faces FTC Complaint
The chatbot, which offers romantic companionship, has been hit with an FTC complaint from tech ethics organizations ...
FTC Workers Frustrated With Lina Khan After Union Deal Fizzles
Employees hoped for a long-term contract as Trump prepares a crackdown on federal unions and remote work. They got a ...
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The Fate of the “Last Gasp” of the Biden FTC: Will Its Legacy Survive the Trump Administration?
In the days leading up to President Trump’s inauguration, the Biden FTC rushed to initiate major lawsuits and to tie a bow on ...
Exclusive: FTC chairman says COVID is long over, get back to the office
The chairman of the Federal Trade Commission on Friday acknowledged staff anxiety over returning to full-time in the office ...
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FTC Warns of Fake Toll Road Text Phishing Scams Around U.S.
The Federal Trade Commission has issued a warning about phony text messages sent to residents about supposed tolls they owe. The surge in SMS spam has been linked to increased activity by foreign bad ...
FTC questions Temu about Amazon pricing policy, The Information says
The Federal Trade Commission has sent a letter with questions to Temu and spoke with representatives of the PDD Holdings (PDD)-owned site on ...
What Businesses Need to Know About Anticipated FTC Leadership Changes
The author discusses what to expect from the next presidential administration for consumer protection. He can also provide ...
FTC Failed to Give Advance Notice of Auto Retail Scam Rule
The Federal Trade Commission’s rule targeting bait-and-switch tactics by car dealers was vacated Monday by a split federal ...
Your car dealership experience is about to get much, much worse
Whether you are a bonafide car enthusiast or not, buying a car at a dealership is a fearful experience many people dread.