Old-school car dealership model faces threats; dealers fight over who can sell you a car
Following Tesla’s direct-to-consumer sales model, established automakers are spinning off startups, and dealers are fighting ...
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The Car Dealership Model Is Starting To Crack Like Never Before
“We are taking a direct consumer approach to ... this country's once rock-solid dealership model. It goes like this: when it comes to new car sales, most countries have a mix of franchised ...
Scout's Home State Blocks Direct EV Sales. This Bill Might Change That
That factory is expected to roll out EV and EREV trucks and SUVs in the 2027-2028 timeframe. Scout also wants to skip the ...
Scout's legal troubles are growing
Scout’s legal troubles highlight a broader battle between traditional dealership networks and automakers seeking more control ...
Volkswagen, Audi Dealers Sue Scout Motors over Sales Model
A group of Florida Volkswagen and Audi dealerships filed a lawsuit against Scout Motors over its direct-to-consumer retail ...
Scout Motors sued over plan to sell EVs direct to consumers
Scout Motors' plan to eschew traditional dealerships and sell EVs directly to consumers is running into legal trouble. A ...
Scout Sued In Florida By VW And Audi Dealers Over Direct Sales Plan
“Florida has a clear definition of the word ‘sell’ and Scout Motors is actively selling in violation of state law,” attorney John Forehand described. “If you take a buyer deposit in Florida, it’s the ...
Let EV startups join Tesla in selling cars directly to WA buyers
Under current law, Rivian, Lucid and other zero-emission auto companies can’t conduct "direct to consumer sales." It’s time ...