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07 Oct
Dealer Fraud

FTC Drops Its “Payment Packing” Case Against Three Texas Car Dealerships: What It Means If You Were Charged for Add-Ons You Didn’t Want

On October 5, 2026, the FTC dismissed its two-year-old complaint accusing three Asbury-owned Texas dealerships of “payment packing” and charging buyers for add-ons they never agreed to. The allegations were never decided. Here’s why the case ended, and why car buyers can still fight hidden add-on charges under state law.

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29 Sep
Dealer Fraud

California’s CARS Act Takes Effect October 1: A 3-Day Right to Return Used Cars, Honest Total Prices and Limits on Junk Add-Ons

Starting Thursday, October 1, 2026, California car dealers must advertise a vehicle’s total price, tell you in writing that add-ons are optional, stop charging for add-ons that give you no benefit, and give used-car buyers a 3-day right to cancel. Here’s what the new law says and how to use it.

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