Medium urgency

FTC Files Contempt Motion Against Amare Global and Three Individuals Over Unsubstantiated Health Claims

Detected July 7, 2026 · in Auto Dealer F&I Compliance

FTC files contempt motion against Amare Global for unsubstantiated health claims, signaling increased enforcement against deceptive advertising. While not directly about auto dealers, it underscores FTC's aggressive stance on substantiation, which applies to F&I product claims.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Auto Dealer F&I Compliance space on July 7, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Franchise dealers, independent used-car dealers, BHPH, F&I managers should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: 30 days. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Auto Dealer F&I Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

FTC's contempt motion highlights risk of severe penalties for unsubstantiated claims, including for add-on products like GAP waivers, service contracts, and credit insurance.

Who it affects

Franchise dealers, independent used-car dealers, BHPH, F&I managers

What you must do

Review all F&I product marketing materials and scripts to ensure all health, financial, or performance claims are substantiated with competent and reliable evidence.

Deadline

30 days

Source: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/06/ftc-files-contempt-motion-against-amare-global-three-individuals-over-unsubstantiated-health-claims

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