Auto Trader to highlight write-offs

Auto Trader; which is the first port of call for most people looking to purchase a used car has announced plans to flag-up any car being sold on its website which has been the subject of a category C or D insurance write-off. The move follows an agreement to use Motor Insurance Anti Fraud and Theft Register data in an automated process on all dealer advertised stock. Affected cars will be highlighted with a yellow circle displaying either the letter C or D, the icon will be presented on every page listing the car, including searches on mobile devices. Similar changes will be applied to motorcycles and vans in the near future. “Dealers are already required by law to declare category C or D cars to buyers, and many have approached us calling for this change,” said Jason Biffin, Auto Trader consumer marketplace director. “We…