Lucid Sues Texas Over Direct Sales Ban
CleanTechnica EVs
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Lucid is challenging the Texas dealer franchise law in federal court, arguing that it is anti-competitive and unfair to consumers.
VinFast Announces New U.S. Dealers Across Several States
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 24, 2024
dealer network , giving it stores in several new areas and growing its footprint to 18 dealerships in seven states. VinFast added 12 stores, with new dealerships in Connecticut and Kentucky, five new locations in Florida, and four in Texas. The company recently announced an expansion to its U.S. is the VF 8 SUV.
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Mustang Mach-E EV sales total 3,739 units in first full month
Green Car Congress
MARCH 4, 2021
Sales of Ford’s Mustang Mach-E totaled 3,739 vehicles in its first full month on the market. With the fully electric Mustang Mach-E, Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid and Escape and Explorer hybrids, overall electrified vehicle sales rose 56.1% Retail sales were up 7.9%. SUV sales were down 10.2% compared to February 2020.
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Texas now offering $2,500 EV rebate for Tesla’s Model 3, Y and S units
Teslarati
OCTOBER 23, 2023
The state of Texas is now offering rebates on select electric vehicle (EV) purchases including some Tesla models, as made available through a limited-time grant program. To apply for the Texas EV rebate, drivers simply have to follow the instructions and fill out the appropriate application forms, which can be found here.
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Lucid files lawsuit against Texas over dealership rules
Teslarati
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
The state’s car dealership regulations, according to a federal complaint filed by the EV maker, are akin to “economic protectionism,” which makes it difficult for newcomers to market and sell vehicles in Texas. The post Lucid files lawsuit against Texas over dealership rules appeared first on TESLARATI.
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Vinfast adds US dealer franchises, as EV deliveries lag targets
Baua Electric
APRIL 24, 2024
dealerships, but a recent report suggests the EV firm may be falling behind on sales targets. The additions will give the company 18 franchised dealerships in seven states—North Carolina, New York, Texas, Florida, Kansas, Connecticut, and Kentucky—since the start of a pivot to a dealer model last year. is the VF 8 electric SUV.
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Volkswagen Group of America moving Gulf Coast hub to Port Freeport
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 5, 2022
With a 20-year lease agreement, Volkswagen Group of America aims to improve vehicle logistics efficiency further and to increase importation capacities to serve nearly 300 dealers in the United States. Our new hub at Port Freeport will allow us to serve nearly one-third of our US dealer network more efficiently and more sustainably.
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Leslie Doggett Industries’ car retail arm expands in Texas
Baua Electric
MAY 15, 2023
Its companies have places in Texas, Unused Mexico, Louisiana, Arkansas and Northern Mexico. It expects the Kinsel dealerships will upload greater than $200 million in gross sales quantity inside 18 months. ” The post Leslie Doggett Industries’ car retail arm expands in Texas appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.
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Tesla Vs Franchised Car Dealers In Texas, Arizona: Battles Continue
Green Car Reports
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
The battle between Tesla Motors and car-dealer groups has flared up again on two familiar fronts. Both Texas and Arizona have seen skirmishes before between Tesla and groups representing franchised car dealers.
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Chevy expects under-$25,000 Trax to develop into considered one of logo’s govern dealers
Baua Electric
MAY 2, 2023
which sells Chevrolet at its dealership in Corsicana, Texas, has shoppers on a wait record for the Trax for the primary future, broker essential Will Churchill stated. ” The post Chevy expects under-$25,000 Trax to develop into considered one of logo’s govern dealers appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. .
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Why Car Dealerships Should Invest in Public Charging
EV Connect
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
which is almost 8 percent of vehicle sales. Leading auto dealers see that the near-term trend is electric and are adopting their businesses to sell more EVs. According to data from iseecars.com, Non-Tesla new car dealers selling electric vehicles in the U.S. 2023 was a record year in EV adoption, with 1.2 increased from 1 6.5
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VinFast Still Kicking and Planning to Show Vehicles at CES
The Truth About Cars
JANUARY 5, 2024
sales, with this year apparently being no different. Shortly after VinFast confirmed its attendance at CES, it announced that it had officially signed agreements with five dealers in four states across the country to have them play host to its products. network to include “125 points of sale” across the country.
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Ford slashes 2024 Mustang Mach-E price with new 0% APR offer
Baua Electric
MAY 23, 2024
Ford is offering 0% APR on the 2024 Mustang Mach-E After dropping prices in February, Ford’s EV sales surged 86% in Q1, securing second in the US electric vehicle market. Based on a new note sent to dealers, the 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E now features a 0% APR deal for 48 months. less than a week ago. We can help you get started.
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How Steele Auto Team grew to become social media into gross sales, for now not a lot cash
Baua Electric
JUNE 19, 2023
Chris Beaton, upcoming the dealership’s gross sales supervisor, heard of the corporate and pitched the speculation of operating with it. Beaton has since been promoted to basic supervisor of Halifax Chrysler-Dodge, additionally owned by means of Dartmouth-based Steele Auto Team, which has 51 dealerships in Atlantic Canada and 8 in Texas.
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52 Dealers save $500 for car buyers, lobby group claims; 'false,' says Politifact
Green Car Reports
OCTOBER 20, 2016
Tesla Motors' direct-sales model for electric cars has rankled franchised auto dealers. Dealer associations have attempted to block Tesla direct sales in multiple states, and have undertaken public-relations campaigns extolling the virtues of the franchise model.
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California GAP legislation: Sellers fast to conform
Baua Electric
JUNE 16, 2023
Texas bans assured asset coverage that might value customers greater than 5 % of the quantity financed, and Colorado received’t let sellers worth the protection above $300 or 2 % of the quantity financed, whichever is larger. Minnesota bans the sale of the safety on impaired automobiles significance $5,000 or much less.
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52 2018 Chevrolet EV2, TX Hyperloop Test Track, GM Lauds Green Dealers: Today's Car News
Green Car Reports
JANUARY 26, 2015
Today we ask whether the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt electric car should be named the EV2 instead, look at how Elon Musk''s Hyperloop could be used to crack Texas'' Tesla direct-sales ban, and report on General Motors'' Green Dealer Recognition program. See how Elon Musk''s Hyperloop could help crack Texas'' ban on Tesla.'
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VinFast in a major reshuffle to target US market
Baua Electric
JANUARY 8, 2024
In addition to announcing plans for a $2 billion in factory in India, it just announced a fresh crop of dealership openings in the US, with plans to expand the network to 125 points of sale across the country. And while the company has huge global ambitions, sales volumes have been small – so it has a lot to prove.
The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV has a quirky $4k discount for Tesla drivers
Baua Electric
MAY 2, 2024
So you’ll have to check with a dealer for your EV’s eligibility. Click here to find a local dealer that may have the Chevy Blazer EV in stock. Plus, it’s free to use and you won’t get sales calls until you select an installer and you share your phone number with them. Atlanta and Santa Fe folks, I’m looking at you.)
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3 Top Tips—How To Get a Great Deal on Your New Car
Clean Fleet Report
JULY 27, 2023
With all the car makes, models and prices navigating the world of auto sales can seem like a real challenge. From understanding the market to making sure to shop at a reputable dealer like the King of Cars Texas , you’ll need to read this guide for more tips. When you’re at the dealer, don’t be afraid to negotiate.
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The Six People You Meet In the Car Business
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 29, 2023
Many of them defied stereotypes: I met car sales people who were honest, ethical and hardworking. A rotund enthusiastic person, Perry was one of the best sales people I’d ever seen. I’m not talking about the normal jealously by other sales people here. & These are their stories. Customers absolutely adored him.
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General Motors has a growing Tesla repair business
Teslarati
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
So far, GM dealers have fixed more than 11,000 Tesla vehicles. Tesla does not have dealerships since it has a direct-to-consumer sales model. However, the EV manufacturer has multi-purpose Tesla Centers that handle sales, service, and deliveries. Tesla has grown exponentially in the last few years in production and sales.
Kia Soul EV Sales Expand Again, To Four Northeast States
Green Car Reports
OCTOBER 8, 2015
When it first went on sale, the Kia Soul EV electric car was only available at select dealers in California. But Kia later followed up on a promise to expand sales when it determined that there was significant interest. Earlier this year, Kia announced the expansion of sales to Oregon, Washington, Georgia, Texas, and Hawaii.
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Tesla may be TX-based now, but it’s still a dominating force in CA
Teslarati
AUGUST 9, 2022
As per data from the California New Car Dealers Association, the Tesla Model Y became the state’s number one model overall in the first half of 2022. Tesla brand sales are up 82% as well. TSLA sales are surging in California. The Model 3 stood proudly at number two. . Tesla, for its part, has achieved a 10.7%
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Top 15 Nissan LEAF markets in US in 2013
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 26, 2013
Nissan LEAF sales in the United States are up by 335% year-over-year since the launch of the enhanced 2013 model in March. —Erik Gottfried, Nissan director of EV Sales and Marketing. In Atlanta, Nissan workplace outreach has resulted in more than 100 LEAF sales to Southern Company employees. Earlier post.) Washington D.C.
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Feature: The Genesis Experience
Clean Fleet Report
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The Dealer Son-Nim Experience Our silent, all-electric drive departed New York City and took us over the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge onto Staten Island and then on to New Jersey. Genesis is on schedule to have 100+ dealers across the country in the coming years. Until then, Hyundai dealers will handle Genesis sales.
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US’ EV registrations rise 95% with the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y at the helm
Teslarati
JULY 13, 2021
While electric cars still comprise but a fraction of the United States’ total vehicle sales, the pace of EV adoption in the country is accelerating significantly. This trend was partly due to auto dealers seeing more sales as the country’s economy recovers from the pandemic. EVs still only comprised 2.3%
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Toyota Adds Nightshade, Factory Lift to Tundra for 2024
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 24, 2023
And make no mistake, despite the Tundra being built in Texas and around the segment for the better part of three decades, there are still wide swaths of truck fans who consider Toyota the odd man out in the Truck Wars. Pro tip: They really aren’t.
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Chevrolet to Produce 10,000 Volts in 2011 and 30,000 in 2012; 50-State Availability 12-18 Months After Launch
Green Car Congress
JULY 2, 2010
DiSalle also confirmed that the first Volts available for retail sales will be sold in California; Washington, D.C.; Austin, Texas; and the New York City metropolitan area later this year. The Texas utilities include: Austin Energy, CenterPoint Energy, CPS Energy, Oncor, and American Electric Power. Nashville, Tenn.,
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Ford boosting production targets for full-size SUVs by about 25%; increasing line speed at Kentucky Truck Plant
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 12, 2018
sales totaled more than 161,000 vehicles—a 6.6% However, retail sales for the Expedition were up 56.8% and fleet sales were down 66.3% retail gain last month, with overall sales—and a total increase of 97.5%—of retail gain last month, with overall sales—and a total increase of 97.5%—of
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Cash for Clunkers By the Numbers
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 27, 2009
Cash for Clunkers sales by manufacturer. The US Cash for Clunkers program (CARS) ended Tuesday night with 690,114 dealer transaction submitted worth $2,877.9 Toyota reaped the largest percentage of sales under the CARS program (19.4%), followed by GM (17.6%) and Ford (14.4%). Tags: Fuel Efficiency Policy Sales.
Consumers ready too lengthy for F&I, learn about reveals
Baua Electric
JULY 27, 2023
of respondents, with maximum individuals from California, Texas, Unused York, Florida, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania. of vehicle consumers mentioned their gross sales procedure took greater than two hours. “Dealers have told us that’s their No. Reasonable dealership gross sales head depend dropped to 11.3
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QOTD: Are State Vehicle Inspections Necessary?
The Truth About Cars
JUNE 6, 2023
Last week we brought you the news that Texas is fixin' to possibly eliminate state inspections of non-commercial vehicles. During my time in the dealer service world, we did tell those who had bald tires that if they were below 4/32, it was against state law. We used truth as a sales tactic based on fear.
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Nissan plans to add at least 500 quick-charging stations to US in next 18 months, tripling the quick-charging infrastructure
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 1, 2013
—Brendan Jones, Nissan’s director of electric vehicle marketing and sales strategy. Nissan is working with its dealers, local municipalities and infrastructure partners that include NRG Energy and its eVgo Network to increase the current number of public charging options. metropolitan area.
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Universal LNG Solutions rolling out Class 8 LNG truck fleet for pilot
Green Car Congress
APRIL 28, 2015
The fleet, which will ship goods throughout Texas and the surrounding states during a two-month pilot program between ULNG and key partners, will demonstrate how trucking companies can lower costs while reducing their carbon footprint using LNG engines. —Jeffrey Liu, CEO of Universal LNG Solutions.
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California Energy Commission awards nearly $5M to encourage natural gas-powered buses and trucks
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 3, 2011
To make the Energy Commission’s buy-down program as efficient and simple as possible, the incentive reservations are awarded in blocks to vehicle manufacturers or their designated dealers. The incentives are passed on to the individual buyers at the point of sale. Capacity of Texas, Inc. West Coast Bus Sales, Inc.
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199 Volkswagen and Audi launch sustainability programs for US introduction of e-Golf BEV and A3 e-tron PHEV; carbon offsets with 3Degrees and solar energy
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 5, 2014
The 2015 e-Golf will go on sale later this year at participating dealerships in select states. The Audi A3 Sportback e-tron is expected to go on sale at participating dealerships in all 50 states in the fall of 2015. The sale of carbon offsets supports the gas collection and flaring project.
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287 Chevrolet Volt plant prepping for boost in Volt and Ampera production; exports to Canada, China and Europe this year
Green Car Congress
MAY 19, 2011
The 2011 Volt was launched in California, New York, Connecticut, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Virginia and Washington, DC. Coupled with already low dealer inventories and strong demand, the suspension of production, will result in limited availability and reduced sales in June and July.
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Over 200,000 Pure Electric Vehicles to hit UK roads in 2021
Drive Electric
JANUARY 6, 2021
Reasons for this substantial 2021 increase in EV numbers include: The UK government’s recent announcement that sales of new petrol and diesel cars and vans will end by 2030 (and sales of plug-in hybrids will end by 2035) has already focused people’s minds on EVs. The figure does not include plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).
GM workaround for transport snags: Broker pickup from the manufacturing unit
Baua Electric
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
It has greater that to up to $1,050 for touring greater than 800 miles to vegetation in Arlington, Texas; Wentzville, Mo.; “We were very transparent with the dealers on what we were paying, and the dealers were very transparent on what’s going to make it something worth their while,” Bell stated.
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ICCT paper assesses leading regional EV markets in US and policies behind them
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 11, 2016
The Georgia rebate was revoked in July 2015, and a Texas incentive was limited in its availability throughout the year. California and nine other states have adopted a Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) regulatory program requiring an increasing percentage of new vehicles sales from now through 2025 to be electric-drive.
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Is Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 the ultimate EV? Fast charging, long-range, and affordable price
Baua Electric
MARCH 20, 2024
Hyundai IONIQ 6 checks all the boxes as an affordable EV Hyundai introduced the IONIQ 6 electric sedan in South Korea in late 2022, with sales kicking off in the US in March 2023. Although initial plans called for Tesla’s next-gen EV to be built at Gigafactory Mexico, CEO Elon Musk confirmed it will be built in Texas.
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Road Test: 2024 Nissan Leaf SV Plus EV
Clean Fleet Report
FEBRUARY 3, 2024
Nissan stresses that ProPilot Assist is not autopilot, which no car company has, including the one that fled California for Texas. Not relying on the dealer to provide this information will serve them and you best. The standard Leaf S could cost even less to drive off the dealer lot. Nissan calls this Intelligent Mobility.
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Is Your Dealership Ready for EV Buyers?
Blink Charging
JANUARY 31, 2023
Train sales and maintenance teams Vehicle buyers have a hundred questions about any potential vehicles they want to purchase and they expect the salesperson to be able to confidently answer these questions. The program will provide dealership sales teams with the essential content needed to communicate with customers and close EV sales.”
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