OMVIC’s New “How-to Roadmap” Helps Consumers Ask the Right Questions When Buying a Car in Ontario!
Nov
18
Friday, November 18, 2016
Introducing OMVIC’s New Interactive Tool!
Buying a car can be an emotionally charged experience with long-term financial implications. Smart consumers know a purchase of this importance requires research, knowledge and careful deliberation.
OMVIC’s “Road to Buying a Car in Ontario” infographic was created to help consumers ask the right questions during the car-buying process. Whether buying from an OMVIC-Registered Dealer or a private seller, this step-by-step guide will educate consumers in order to protect themselves and make an informed purchase. Navigating from start to sold, the interactive “how-to roadmap” identifies potential dangerous potholes and the detours consumers can take to ensure their next (or first) car purchase is a safe one.
Car-Buying Tips Included in OMVIC’s New Infographic

Budget – Consider All Expenses
- Loan
- Insurance
- Fuel
- Maintenance
- Parking
Get Educated – Choose the Right Vehicle
- Prioritize vehicle features to fit current and future needs
- Consider mileage, warranty and finance rates
Research – Additional Considerations
- Consult vehicle history (if used)
- Research vehicle reliability
- Does the vehicle depreciate rapidly or hold its value well?
- Determine warranty coverage
For more car-buying tips, navigate through OMVIC’s
Infographic
OMVIC Protects Car Buyers in Ontario
As the regulator of motor vehicle sales in Ontario, OMVIC protects consumers and maintains a fair and informed marketplace by:
- Maintaining strict registration requirements for Ontario’s dealerships and salespeople
- Regularly inspecting all Ontario dealers (new and used)
- Providing free conciliation services to consumers
- Developing/delivering consumer and dealer education/awareness programs
- Investigating and prosecuting industry non-compliance and illegal sales (curbsiding)
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