Vehicle trading: Internet sales possible, delivery not permitted

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The federal committee provides information (as of March 19, 2020, 11:00 a.m.): Commission for car sellers, decommissioning of vehicles, internet sales, etc. What you need to know.

Das Bundesgremium informiert (Stand: 19. März 2020, 11:00 Uhr): Provision für Autoverkäufer, Stillegung von Fahrzeugen, Internetverkauf et cetera. Was Sie wissen müssen.
The federal committee provides information (as of March 19, 2020, 11:00 a.m.): Commission for car sellers, decommissioning of vehicles, internet sales, etc. What you need to know.

Vehicle trading: Internet sales possible, delivery not permitted

Since industry-specific questions often arise in the vehicle trade, you will find an overview of various subject areas below.

1.) Commission for car salesmen

From our point of view, the failure principle applies here, i.e. specifically that the contractor has to receive the remuneration that he would have received if he had been able to work “full”. The fact that he can't sell cars is not in the AN's sphere. Therefore, an average of the commissions from the last 13 weeks (3 months) is applied. The question therefore arises as to whether it makes sense to let the seller work. It would make more business sense to arrange vacation/work time with him. However, when assessing the individual case, it is necessary to take the specific service contract into account.

2.) Decommissioning of vehicles

It must still be possible to decommission vehicles for companies in order to save expensive premiums. Please contact the local registration office.

3.) Internet sales

Internet sales are generally possible. However, delivery to the vehicle dealer's premises is not permitted. Delivery to the customer will also not be possible, as it cannot regularly be ensured that the minimum distance of 1 meter is maintained at all times. These regulations are enforced very strictly by the responsible police bodies, so severe penalties can certainly be expected. 

4.) Tire fitting

There is an exception for vehicle workshops and this also includes tire fittings.

5.) Spare parts wholesale

The shop must be closed. Deliveries to vehicle workshops to supply spare parts are still possible. Social contacts should be reduced as much as possible.