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Those hidden car fees are still here, despite the FTC - Baton Rouge Business Report

Detected July 6, 2026 · in Auto Dealer F&I Compliance

The FTC's CARS rule, aimed at banning hidden fees in auto sales, is facing delays and legal challenges, meaning dealers must continue to comply with existing state and federal laws against deceptive practices.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Auto Dealer F&I Compliance space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. All auto dealers (franchise, independent, BHPH) and F&I managers should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately, as enforcement actions can occur at any time.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Auto Dealer F&I Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

The FTC's CARS rule is not yet in effect due to legal challenges, but the FTC continues to enforce existing laws against hidden fees and deceptive advertising.

Who it affects

All auto dealers (franchise, independent, BHPH) and F&I managers

What you must do

Review and update all advertising, sales contracts, and F&I product disclosures to ensure no hidden fees or deceptive practices, as per existing Truth in Lending Act and state laws.

Deadline

Immediately, as enforcement actions can occur at any time.

Source: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilgFBVV95cUxPWnVfRm5NYWZNV1BhSlJRNUR6bWhrZ3pXYnlZNFJzVTN0dUNkM0pMaFJWR1lPRVdkalBiOHdIVF9NN2lFYXB4a2VvaGJrM1o4ZUVzRFl5VGh4dFRCbHYxd1ZLMjlISUZtdEZzN0dmZUtLNWpqN0UzZjNPOXVJWHZLbzlaaVhqOHpNT1hoNTkxTUQtbE0zQkHSAZ4BQVVfeXFMTXBEZnp4N3lxb3kzaG5tSG9jNkhhME5Ia2ZnZVpRTzVJZWRFYmUtQm9xdkxldlF4YlVTdEI2d3E1Q3k4dExrRTl0S21FQTBjSndXcG5mbWtlUnZkQ0x0bmhwc3ZwVVdtUDhOeV8xSF9jT0xLSEt5dE05Ti1FbmUtVm5ZbTZmaEptcWYzUEZHQ1JuTGRzQTVILWZ5V0dhWGc?oc=5

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