TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%


direct sales

Industry braces as Volkswagen Scout lawsuit tests limits of dealer franchise agreements

Industry braces as Volkswagen Scout lawsuit tests limits of dealer franchise agreements

- April 1, 2026
Dealers across the country are keeping a close eye on the Volkswagen–Scout class action lawsuit, and for good reason. On today’s episode of CBT Now, we’re joined by Len Bellavia,...
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Rivian secures direct-sales win in Washington

Rivian secures direct-sales win in Washington

- March 30, 2026
On the Dash: Washington’s law allows Rivian and Lucid direct sales, signaling potential pressure on franchise protections. Rivian’s nearly $5 million ballot push, with up to $25 million planned, forced...
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Mike Stanton, CEO and NADA, Chinese

NADA CEO Mike Stanton outlines strategies on Chinese automakers, direct sales

- February 4, 2026
On the Dash: NADA leadership says most dealers support government policies blocking Chinese automakers from U.S. sales channels. Direct-to-consumer sales battles are NADA’s top policy and legal priority in 2026. ...
Auto Industry Trends Articles
Scout Motors is urging the U.S. Department of Justice to eliminate state motor vehicle franchise laws, Colorado

Scout Motors urges DOJ to eliminate franchise laws blocking direct sales

- July 17, 2025
Scout Motors, a Volkswagen Group subsidiary, is urging the U.S. Department of Justice to eliminate state motor vehicle franchise laws, describing them as “burdensome restrictions on competition.” In a letter...
Articles Headlines
The CNCDA has issued a cease-and-desist letter to American Honda Motor and SHMA, demanding they stop direct sales of Afeela vehicles.

CNCDA demands cease-and-desist on Afeela vehicle sales

- May 20, 2025
The California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) has issued a cease-and-desist letter to American Honda Motor and Sony Honda Mobility of America (SHMA), demanding they immediately stop direct-to-consumer sales of...
Headlines EVs & Technology
The NADA sent a letter to Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume and other executive board member, urging to reconsider Scout direct sales strategy

NADA requests VW to reevaluate Scout’s direct-to-consumer sales strategy

- March 7, 2025
The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) recently sent a letter to Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume and other executive board members. In the letter, Stanton urges them to reconsider Scout...
Headlines Articles

Agency model ushers a new era: OEMs flirt with direct sales, dealers respond

- March 21, 2023
As the wind of change sweeps through the automotive industry, OEMs have found themselves caught in a whirlwind romance with direct sales models. The long-standing dance between manufacturers and franchise...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Many automakers, including Ford, GM, Volvo and now Mercedes, are conforming to Tesla's fast charging system, also known as the North American Charging Standard or NACS.

Electrification: Agency models, EV subscriptions, and ‘Right to Repair’ laws

- February 17, 2023
Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder, and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive
Don Hall economic uncertainty

How VADA is addressing the ‘agency model’ concern — Don Hall

- February 8, 2023
Dealer associations are tasked with safeguarding their members' best interests across the board. However, vehicle affordability, high inflation, and rising interest rates are looming over dealers. Recently, CBT News anchor Jim Fitzpatrick...
Daily Automotive News Featured

Rivian and Lucid direct sales model legal in Illinois, judge rules

- January 6, 2023
An Illinois judge has dismissed a dealership-backed lawsuit targeting the state's allowance of the direct sales model. The Illinois Automobile Dealers Association was set to argue that the secretary of state's...
Articles Headlines

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