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Scout Motors

Brian Benstock joins us to share his concerns the broader implications of automakers shifting away from their dealer networks.

Dealers vs. OEMs: The battle for the future – Brian Benstock | Paragon Honda & Paragon Acura

- March 3, 2025
As legacy automakers explore direct-to-consumer sales models, dealers are questioning the future of the traditional franchise system. Brian Benstock, Partner, GM, and VP of Paragon Honda and Acura, joins Inside...
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S.C. dealers secure victory as lawmakers reject Scout Motors’ sales model – E. Sims Floyd, Jr. | SCADA

- February 20, 2025
A South Carolina bill that would have allowed Volkswagen’s Scout Motors to bypass the traditional franchise dealer system has been halted in a unanimous 8-0 committee vote. Sims Floyd Jr.,...
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A bill that would have allowed electric vehicle manufacturers to sell directly to consumers in South Carolina has stalled in the legislature

South Carolina direct EV sales bill stalls in legislature

- February 14, 2025
A bill that would have allowed electric vehicle manufacturers to sell directly to consumers in South Carolina has stalled in the legislature, effectively ending its chances for this session. Lawmakers...
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South Carolina blocks Scout Motors’ direct sales despite $1.3B incentive

South Carolina blocks Scout Motors’ direct sales despite $1.3B incentive

- February 4, 2025
Despite South Carolina granting Scout Motors $1.3 billion in incentives to build its $2 billion EV plant in Blythewood, state residents won’t be able to buy the company’s vehicles when...
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Mike Stanton, CEO and NADA, Chinese

NADA’s Mike Stanton on franchise pressures, direct sales models, and advocacy under a new administration

- January 13, 2025
The automotive industry is grappling with seismic shifts as OEMs like Sony Honda Mobility and Scout Motors explore direct-to-consumer sales models. Mike Stanton, CEO and President of the National Automobile...
Inside Automotive Daily Automotive News
Today's CBT Now, Brian Maas, President of the CNCDA, discusses why VW's decision could set a precedent for dealer-manufacturer relationships

California dealers challenge VW’s direct sales plan for Scout vehicles – Brian Maas | CNCDA

- December 26, 2024
The California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) is taking a stand against Volkswagen’s plan to sell its Scout-branded vehicles directly to consumers, issuing a cease-and-desist letter that calls the move...
CBT Now Daily Automotive News
The CNCDA issued a cease-and-desist letter to VW and its affiliate, Scout Motors, following VW’s announcement to sell directly to consumers

CNCDA issues cease-and-desist against VW’s direct sales plans for Scout brand

- December 23, 2024
On December 20, 2024, the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) issued a cease-and-desist letter to Volkswagen (VW) and its affiliate, Scout Motors. This action followed VW’s announcement to sell...
Headlines Sales & Marketing
Today's episode of Inside Automotive, Sean Johnson shares how traditional dealerships can compete with direct-to-consumer brands.

Sean Johnson sees hurdles for Scout Motors’ direct-to-consumer plan

- December 2, 2024
Scout Motors' decision to bypass dealerships and sell directly to consumers has sparked frustration among Volkswagen, Porsche, and Audi dealers, who view it as a competitive threat despite Volkswagen’s claims that...
Featured Management & Leadership
Mike Stanton and John Devlin address the implications of Volkswagen’s Scout Motors deciding to sell vehicles directly to consumers.

NADA, association leaders respond to Scout’s direct sales strategy: A call to action for dealers

- November 28, 2024
Previously aired November 4, 2024 In a critical discussion on Inside Automotive, Mike Stanton, CEO and President of NADA, and John Devlin, President of the Pennsylvania Automotive Association and the Automotive...
Inside Automotive Daily Automotive News
How dealerships can compete with Scout's direct-to-consumer sales model

Michael Wood on Scout Motor’s direct sales model sparks controversy among VW dealers

- November 13, 2024
In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Michael Wood, the general manager of Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volkswagen divisions at Checkered Flag Auto Group, shares his unique perspective on Scout Motors' decision to bypass...
Inside Automotive Management & Leadership


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