Watchdog warns motor industry over restrictive practices

Cartel behaviour: Competition body warns motor dealers

The CCPC has informed independent garages of their right to freely repair vehicles and to use non-original spare parts which are of a matching quality

ieExplains: The CCPC is cracking down on the motor industry. What does it mean for me?

While it has yet to take formal proceedings against any particular firm, the CCPC has said it stands ready to do so on foot of customer complaints to its helpline

Watchdog’s warning to motor industry after claims motorists told of warranty void if repairs are made outside authorised dealership network

The Irish motor industry has been told to stop limiting consumer choice, by the State competition watchdog.

Irish motor industry given warning by consumer watchdog

The CCPC said it had received reports from motorists who have been prevented or discouraged from having their vehicles serviced or repaired at independent garages

Competition watchdog issues warning to motor industry over restrictive practices

The CCPC says consumers cannot be prevented from freely choosing who services or repairs their vehicles, or what parts they use.

Motor dealers face fines of €50m for blocking car owners’ use of independent garages

Competition regulator is to clamp down on practices that drive up motorists’ repair bills