OMVIC OMVIC Advertising and Disclosure Rules 3

Question 1

Under OMVIC regulations, if a dealer advertises a vehicle as 'certified,' what must be disclosed?

Accepted Answer

The certification program name and what it covers

Answer

Dealers must identify the certification program name and disclose what the certification actually covers so consumers can make informed decisions.

Question 2

A dealer runs an ad stating '0% financing for 36 months.' Under OMVIC rules, what additional information is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Any conditions, qualifications, or restrictions on the financing offer

Answer

Financing offers must include all material conditions, such as required credit approval, down payment, or vehicle eligibility, so the offer is not misleading.

Question 3

When advertising a 'no accident history' vehicle, which statement best reflects OMVIC's disclosure expectations?

Accepted Answer

The claim must be based on a verifiable source such as a vehicle history report

Answer

Claims about accident history must be supportable by a reliable third-party source like CARFAX, as unsubstantiated claims can be misleading under OMVIC's Code of Ethics.

Question 4

Which of the following practices violates OMVIC's advertising rules regarding vehicle pricing?

Accepted Answer

Advertising a price that excludes mandatory fees not disclosed in the ad

Answer

OMVIC requires that advertised prices reflect all mandatory charges, or those charges must be clearly disclosed, to prevent misleading consumers about the true cost.

Question 5

A dealership places a banner ad showing a photo of a red SUV but the advertised price applies only to a base trim sedan. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Misleading advertising under OMVIC regulations

Answer

Pairing a higher-end vehicle image with a price for a different, lower-trim model is misleading because it creates a false impression in the consumer's mind.

OMVIC (Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council) Practice Test

OMVIC (Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council) Practice Test

OMVIC OMVIC Advertising and Disclosure Rules 3