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BMW may implement a Tesla-esque direct to consumer sales model

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BMW Group is considering implementing a direct-to-consumer sales model for their MINI and BMW brands. The system is far from finalized, and the Finance Chief clarified that the auto group is currently in talks with dealers. BMW would also likely face the issue of reduced brand exposure.

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EV sales in India: Hero Electric, Tata Motors, BMW

Electric Vehicles India

EV sales in India: Hero Electric, Tata Motors, BMW. The adoption of electric vehicles is increasing every day and the sales of EVs is also rising in India. India has witnessed electric vehicles sales three times in the first half of the ongoing fiscal. Read further to know more about EV sales in India.

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AeroVironment EV dealer program bundles home charger, installation, and warranty with car purchase

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launched a dealer program that provides turnkey residential charging packages to consumers purchasing new electric vehicles (EVs) or plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and allows them to finance the charger in combination with the vehicle at the time of sale. AeroVironment, Inc.

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UC Davis ITS study suggests hastening consumer adoption of plug-ins will require innovation on the sales side

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A study by researchers at the Institute of Transportation Studies, UC Davis finds that buyers of plug-in vehicles (PEVs) are substantially less satisfied with the dealer purchase experience than buyers of conventional vehicles—with the notable exception of Tesla buyers. In some cases, dealers outright discouraged PEV purchases.

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Electric vehicles sales in India increased in November 2021 

Electric Vehicles India

Electric vehicles sales in India increased in November 2021 . Electric vehicles sales in India is growing rapidly with the total registered EV sales of about 42,067 units. Electric vehicles sales are rapidly growing day by day, in the first half of 2021 the sales have increased by 26% with 2.6 Hero Electric.

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The Six People You Meet In the Car Business

The Truth About Cars

Having worked for car dealerships, manufacturers, an auction house, and an auto finance company, I’m convinced there is no other industry that attracts& such a diverse cast of characters. Many of them defied stereotypes: I met car sales people who were honest, ethical and hardworking. Customers absolutely adored him.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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Broadly, Navigant expects expansion in both the higher end of the market (thereby putting competitive pressure on Tesla Motors), as Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Mercedes, Saab, and Volvo introduce their first plug-in cars. The requirement has been extended through 2025; however, the mandated sales levels are not likely to be met, Navigant notes.

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