Scams

Scam: False RMI/IGA Connection

30 May 2019 The IGA is aware of two seperate organisations that are claiming to have a connection with the RMI/IGA/TMG and are contacting members.

Scam: Autodata branded phishing emails

13 February 2019 A fraudulent email using the Autodata brand asking to confirm outstanding payments due to "Autodata".

Scam: Card Not Present Transactions

12 December 2018 The scam centres on fraudulent Card Not Present (CNP) transactions.

Scam: Web Domain

31 October 2018 An email will come through claiming that a domain pertaining to your business has been requested.

Scam: Vehicle Repair & Recovery

31 July 2018 Garages receive an email from a potential customer asking if they can look at a vehicle - Normally a VOLVO XC90 – that they have just purchased, which they believe requires repair work and an MOT.

Scam: VAT Business Directory

29 June 2018 The organisation, British Business & Commerce, sends an official looking letter to small businesses, telling them they are required under the EU to provide their VAT registration number.

Scam: Advertising

29 January 2018 Scammers have been calling and visiting garages claiming to be from a local newspaper, asking if they would like to place a low-cost advert (around £25) as an offer in conjunction with the RMI.

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