# California’s New Car Law Targets Dealer Fees

> California’s new car law requires upfront pricing and a three-day cancellation window for used vehicles under $50k.
- Title: California’s New Car Law Targets Dealer Fees · Autoweek
- Summary: California’s new car law requires upfront pricing and a three-day cancellation window for used vehicles under $50k. California’s CARS Act mandates clear…
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- Source: Autoweek — https://autoweek.com/news/a73995193/california-car-buying-law-targets-dealer-junk-fees
- Author: Natalie Neff
- Published: 2026-10-02T16:14:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: california, cars, dealer fees, cars law, cars act, used cars, cancellation period, price transparency, sports
## New car buying law targets dealer fees
California’s new law requires dealers to disclose total price upfront and prohibits add-ons with no meaningful benefit.
## Three-day cancellation for used cars
Buyers of used vehicles priced at $50,000 or less get three calendar days to cancel for any reason.
## CARS Act applies to new and used vehicles
The California Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Act covers both new and used vehicles sold by licensed dealers.
## Law saves consumers hundreds of millions
California officials say the law will save consumers hundreds of millions annually through better pricing transparency.
## Law is most comprehensive in U.S.
California’s law is the most comprehensive set of protections for retail auto sales in the country, surpassing federal proposals.
## What happens next?
Other states may adopt California’s consumer protections for used vehicles, following the state’s lead in auto policy.
## Key takeaway

California’s CARS Act mandates clear pricing and a three-day cancellation period for used cars under $50,000 to combat hidden fees.