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Georgia Tells Rivian: You Can’t Sell Electric Trucks Here

CleanTechnica EVs

The State of Georgia will not let Rivian sell its electric vehicles directly to its customers within the state. Currently, the auto dealer franchise law in several states prohibits direct-to-consumer sales of cars, including EVs. That includes Georgia. […]. That includes Georgia. […].

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Rivian Georgia plant pushing lawmakers to revisit direct sales legislation

Teslarati

Rivian’s $5 billion manufacturing plant in Georgia pushes lawmakers to revisit the peach state’s legislation on direct sales by vehicle manufacturers. Rivian’s presence in Georgia solidifies the state’s growing electric vehicle industry, making legislators reconsider its take on direct vehicle sales. Georgia HB 460.

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Toyota Prius Recall, Georgia Electric-Car Incentive, Tesla Ohio Troubles: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

Today on Green Car Reports: Georgia may kill its $5,000 electric-car tax credit, Ohio car dealers renew their legislative fight against Tesla Motors, and 2010 through 2014 Toyota Prius hybrids are being recalled. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 is becoming a top seller off the lot as dealers prep for EV growth

Baua Electric

Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 is already a top seller at some dealers. Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 is a top-selling EV “If I had to describe Hyundai right now in two words, it would be growth and investment,” Kevin Reilly, chairman of the Hyundai National Dealer Council, explained (via Automotive News ). Hyundai said 99.9%

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Rivian VP of Public Policy & Chief Regulatory Counsel leaves company

Teslarati

Prior to his employment at Rivian in 2018, he worked for American electric car maker Tesla, where he led the company’s efforts to secure direct-to-consumer sales in various states. During his time at Rivian, Chen was responsible for advocating for changes to laws that require car companies to sell vehicles using franchised dealerships.

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Hyundai fast-tracks start of EV production in the US as it gains recognition with its own day

Baua Electric

February 26, 2024, will forever be known as Hyundai Day in the state of Georgia as the automaker gears up to begin production at its first dedicated EV and battery plant in the US later this year. Hyundai announced its fast-tracking production at its Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia. Hyundai is investing $7.59

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Ford postpones EV launches to focus on hybrid production

Teslarati

In October 2023, the company postponed a ~$12 billion EV investment after noting that customers were no longer willing to pay a premium for electric cars. The legacy automaker expects to significantly grow in the hybrid sector as it ships more F-150 hybrids to dealers. This isn’t the first time Ford has postponed EV plans.

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