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Digital editorial team Telecinco News January 29, 2024 1:58 p.m
Those affected by the so-called “car cartel” can still claim damagesGetty Images
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The OCU confirms that those affected by the “car cartel” can make claims for damages until 2026
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Anyone who bought a new car between 2006 and 2013 and is affected by this can be compensated with more than 10% of the purchase price.
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It was in July 2015 when the National Market and Competition Commission (CNMC) confirmed the existence of one “car cartel” which exchanged information to set criteria and add additional costs for vehicle sales and service between 2006 and 2013. The CNMC appreciated this They raised prices The price is around 10% compared to the actual price and consumers affected by these “anti-competitive practices” still have time today to claim and claim compensation, as they have confirmed to us from the FATHER.
“Those affected can continue to assert claims” because, according to a recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (ECJ), “the Prescription period It is 5 years j ends between April and December 2026depending on the date of the Supreme Court ruling deciding the brands’ various appeals against the CNMC sanction.”
In total, the National Market and Competition Commission imposed fines on 21 manufacturers, 172 retailers and 2 consultants. Thereafter, lawsuits and Supreme Court rulings continued, upholding the fines and upholding the claims of the various affected parties.
In this way, those who I bought a new vehicle between 2006 and 2013 and those affected by this car cartel – including a wide list of brands involved – can file a lawsuit against it and claim damages. Compensation that swings between 10% and 15% of the purchase price Vehicle.
In addition, it should be noted in this context that even those who purchase the car through financing methods such as “leasing‘ are affected and can equally claim: “In the end it’s a Finance leasing “which is based on a purchase price, considering that this amount was also affected by the cartel,” explains the Organization of Consumers and Users (OCU) to Informativos Telecinco.
What steps should a data subject take to sue and claim damages?
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If we buy a car between 2006 and 2013, the first thing we should do is: Check whether we are really affected by the car cartel. This means that the consumer should “check whether he bought his vehicle within the cartel period”, taking into account that “each manufacturer was involved in the cartel in a different period”.
For your convenience, the OCU has a calculator with which, after filling out a short and simple form, we can find out if we are affected by this situation and the “anti-competitive practices” carried out.
Dealers of BMW, Citroën, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Fiat, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Seat, Toyota, VW Audi or Volvo were sanctioned, e.g So using this calculator makes the first step easier.
The next step is to “gather the necessary documents.” Prove ownership of the vehicleas well as Date and that Purchase price“. It is important to have all possible documents proving that we were affected.
Then, thirdly, the person concerned must “get one.” Appraise This quantifies the damage suffered as a result of the price agreement.”
Finally it would be “Prepare and File the lawsuit with an attorney and attorney“.
“No to the price pact”: OCU helps those affected by the “car cartel”
Faced with this entire process, organizations such as OCU offer assistance and support services to those affected, with advantageous conditions to accompany them in this legal dispute.
Specifically, they have a “Collective action “Damages in defense of vehicle buyers affected by these anti-competitive agreements” and assistance claim back “more than 10%” of the amounts paid by car.
In addition, the user only has to pay the fees if the result is favorable: “At OCU we do not require the provision of funds. Fees only apply in the event of success “Explain to us that the costs of the procedure are not to be borne by the person concerned if a decision on costs is made,” they tell us.
Also: “If you are a member, the dues are 17% and if you are not a member, 25%, all plus VAT, in both cases.”
Associations such as the Group of People Affected by the Car Cartel (AACC) also offer services to help those affected with a legal-technical team to assert and obtain compensation.
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