Motor

Motor law is an industry specific area covering dealer agreements, warranty issues, consumer claims and advertising. It also encompasses a wide range of regulations, from the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption to health and safety legislation and e-marketing rules. We act for a diverse range of businesses in this field, offering practical and focused solutions.

The motor industry is undergoing significant change, with more regulation from the EU on emissions, consumer redress and contractual terms. Manufacturers and dealers are operating in an extremely difficult economic climate and are likely to face competition from new suppliers and online purchasing. The dynamics between dealership and manufacturer are also changing with the development of larger dealership groups.

Our team at Penningtons is able to demonstrate not just relevant experience, but a detailed understanding of the sector. We have worked with automotive clients for many years and our aim is to provide clear and effective advice, without the need for you to educate us on the industry. Our clients include motor vehicle manufacturers, a variety of small to medium sized family owned dealerships, distributors and finance companies which are active in the motor sector.

Our lawyers regularly organise in-house training for clients and industry contacts and are founder members of the automotive and transport group of Multilaw.

Motor expertise at a glance:

  • acquisition and sale of businesses
  • codes of practice
  • commercial disputes, including those between businesses and consumers
  • competition law and the Block Exemption
  • components and product liability
  • distribution agreements
  • finance, leasing and credit
  • in-house training to customer services teams of major European motor manufacturers
  • supply of goods and services
  • warranty issues