VW’s Scout Motors invests $206M in Charlotte HQ
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Scout Motors will invest $206 million in Charlotte, creating 1,200 high-paying jobs over five years.
The automaker will produce electric and hybrid Scout vehicles at a new...
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Scout Motors
Scout Motors leans on extended-range EVs as full-electric demand weakens
On the Dash:
Over 80% of Scout Motors reservations are for extended-range EV versions, signaling strong consumer demand for gas-assisted range.
Full-electric Terra and Traveler models offer roughly 350 miles...
FADA’s Ted Smith leads the fight to protect the franchise system nationwide
State dealer associations are on the front lines defending dealers' rights and ensuring a level playing field among OEMs, dealers and consumers. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Ted Smith,...
Scout Motors urges DOJ to eliminate franchise laws blocking direct sales
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...
LADA’s Coulter McMahen on legislative wins, direct sales battles, and what’s next for Louisiana dealers
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Scout Motors cuts rare earth use in vehicle design
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Len Bellavia urges dealers to take action as OEM practices and tariffs threaten profits
As the automotive industry braces for the financial ripple effect of U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, Len Bellavia, founding partner of Bellavia Blatt and a prominent attorney for dealers, is...
CNCDA President Brian Maas leads lawsuit against VW’s Scout Motors
The California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) has filed a lawsuit against Volkswagen and Scout Motors. CNCDA President Brian Maas joins us in today's Inside Automotive episode to share the...
CA dealers sue VW and Scout Motors to block direct sales model, seeks $35M in penalties
The California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) has filed a lawsuit against Volkswagen Group and its electric vehicle startup, Scout Motors Inc., seeking to block the company’s plans to sell...
NADA requests VW to reevaluate Scout’s direct-to-consumer sales strategy
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...
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