"FTC Cracks Down on Dealers' Advertised Prices, But Who's Really in Charge? The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is keeping a close eye on the prices of vehicles advertised by car dealerships, and it's warning them that they're ultimately responsible for the listings on third-party websites like Cars.com and CarGurus. The FTC's move is aimed at preventing dealerships from misleading consumers with false or inflated prices, but it's also raising questions about the role of these online marketplaces in policing the listings. As the FTC steps up its enforcement efforts, car buyers are likely to benefit from more accurate and transparent pricing - but dealerships are facing increased scrutiny, and the future of third-party listings is uncertain."
The Federal Trade Commission is watching dealers' advertised vehicle prices and says stores are responsible for their listings on third-party sites. However, vendors such as Cars.com and CarGurus have ...
