Combating Auto Retail Scams Trade Regulation Rule

On January 4, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC" or "Commission") published a Final Rule in the Federal Register, titled "Combating Auto Retail Scams Trade Regulation Rule" ("CARS Rule," "Rule," or "Final Rule"), in order to curtail certain unfair or deceptive acts or practices by motor vehicle dealers. The CARS Rule was to become effective on July 30, 2024. Because of a pending legal challenge, this document announces that the effective date of the Final Rule is delayed until further notice.