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Rivian, Tesla, Auto Dealers, and Backwards State Laws — Part 1

CleanTechnica EVs

In the first part of this two-part interview for CleanTech Talk, I talked with Vice President of Public Policy at Rivian James Chen for our CleanTech Talk podcast series.

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Kia is Suing a Former Dealer for Shady Business Practices and Misrepresenting Sales

The Truth About Cars

Dan O’Brien auto group used to operate three Kia stores in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, but the automaker isn’t happy with how things ended. In early May, it filed a lawsuit against the dealer , claiming racketeering, fraud, and stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars in incentives.

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SAIC’s MG to open second Europe parts centre by the summer – ET Auto

Baua Electric

MG Motors, a unit of Chinese automaker SAIC, will open a second European parts centre by the summer of 2024 in France to meet the country’s growing demand for its vehicles, a spokesperson told Reuters on Thursday. The new European site will be operated by a partner near Lens, in Hauts-de-France, near the Belgian border.

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J.D. Power Discovers Dealer Service Satisfaction Rises Amidst Extended Wait Periods

The Truth About Cars

Photo credit: Standret / Shutterstock.com The auto industry has seen a rebound in customer satisfaction with dealer service experiences this year, marking a positive shift. However, dealers are still facing challenges due to shortages in parts and labor, which have contributed to increased wait times for service appointments.

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FTC Launches “Combating Auto Retail Scams” Rule

The Truth About Cars

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the finalization of the new Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) rule designed to prevent auto dealers from utilizing bait-and-switch tactics and hidden junk fees. If consumers see that a dealer is complying with the CARS Rule, it adds a measure of confidence.

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Ford enables dealers to use the Mustang Mach-E as a rental car, expanding EV loaners

Baua Electric

Ford dealers can now use the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E as part of its rental car programs. Ford Mustang Mach-E turned into a rental car Ford’s Mustang Mach-E had a record year in 2023. According to online auto research firm CarsDirect , the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E is now included in Ford dealer rental programs.

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Opinion: Making Sense of the Stellantis Auto Show Decision

The Truth About Cars

News broke earlier this week that Stellantis would pull out of auto shows, including the upcoming Chicago Auto Show, for the foreseeable future. Now, to be clear, that decision is only from the corporate side – local dealers could still participate. Even within the past few years, Camp Jeep was a huge attraction at auto shows.

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