FTC Warns Scammers Are Using AI To Create Fake Dealership Websites

03/09/2026

Scammers are reportedly copying websites of legitimate car dealers. These are designed to trick you into sending them money for cars.

Fake websites might offer rare vehicles or low prices to lure in victims. It feels like scams are everywhere these days, but the Federal Trade Commission has warned about a new one involving ‘fake’ dealership websites. Some of these reportedly involve ‘cloning’ a legitimate website, which can make the imposter hard to spot.

. The FTC said scammers copy “brand logos, vehicle listings, and photos down to the last detail” often with the assistance of artificial intelligence. Some sites even included fake customer testimonials as part of an effort to appear more genuine.

More: He Wired $77,300 For A Lexus That Never Existed, And A Real Dealer Got. The Blame To entice people to send money, the government says scam sites “might advertise rare muscle cars or hard-to-find classics to lure you in.” It’s also safe to assume scammers could list cars for less than they’re actually worth to make consumers think they’re getting a deal and they need…

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