Rewarding Dealers Who Sell Electric Cars: Connecticut Takes The Lead
Green Car Reports
MAY 4, 2014
Incentives for buyers are a great way to boost electric-car sales, but what about incentives for the dealers that actually sell them the cars?
Connecticut Supreme Court to hear dealers' appeal over Tesla store
Green Car Reports
JULY 8, 2019
The Connecticut Supreme Court is scheduled to take up the case of whether Tesla should have been allowed to operate stores in the state.
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Connecticut Dealership Sues Tesla
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 26, 2021
In June, Hoffman Auto Group of East Hartford, Connecticut, sued Tesla, the Town of East Hartford, and the development company InSite to try to prevent Tesla from opening a service center in the area.
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Tesla Service Center Approved In East Hartford, Connecticut
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2021
Here is some good news for Tesla owners in Connecticut, a state that’s been heavily favoring the whims of dealerships rather than Tesla and other EV makers. The Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) of East Hartford has voted unanimously to approve Tesla’s application to build a service center, the Journal Inquirer reports.
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The Average Dealership In Connecticut Sold 1.3 EVs In 2020
CleanTechnica EVs
JUNE 20, 2021
Connecticut State Senator Will Haskell shared some interesting dealership facts on Twitter this week. Senator Haskell is pro-EV, anti-carbon emissions, and is pretty neutral on how the cars are sold.
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Dealers Are Preventing Ford From Competing With Tesla
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021
If Ford, or any legacy automaker for that matter, really wants to compete with Tesla, the dealers need to get out of the way. For example, in Connecticut, a local paper, The Day, published […]. I read an article by Jalopnik which echoes what I’ve been saying for some time now. I’ve written about this extensively.
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Connecticut Auto Dealers Celebrate Earth Day With PR & Greenwashing
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 24, 2022
The Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association’s public relations firm shared a sweet, heartwarming tweet about Earth Day and their commitment to sustainability and protecting the planet. It’s a beautiful tweet, but, in my opinion, highly misleading.
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Dealer-Funded Study Paints Misleading Picture of Direct Sales
EV Club of CT
MAY 18, 2021
A new report by the Connecticut Center for Economic Analysis—which acknowledges in its opening sentence that it was commissioned by the Connecticut Auto Dealers Association (CARA)—paints a gloomy picture for the state’s economy if legislation. Read more.
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Auto Dealerships Win Big in Connecticut — at the Expense of Tesla, Rivian, and Clean Air
CleanTechnica EVs
JUNE 21, 2021
The EV Freedom Bill in Connecticut that so many were hoping would pass didn’t. Auto dealerships lobbied hard to fight this bill — and they won. One is even suing Tesla because they want to prevent Tesla from selling to its customers in their town. They are also suing that town. The clutch of the […].
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Tesla faces battle over direct sales to buyers in Connecticut
Green Car Reports
MAY 11, 2017
Another month, another Tesla battle with auto-dealer lobbyists in another state—or so it seems in the company's ongoing battle to sell electric cars online directly to buyers. This time, the action is in Connecticut, where on Monday the legislature's finance committee approved a bill letting Tesla do just that.
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Chevrolet Volt demo vehicles begin arriving at dealerships
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 31, 2011
Chevrolet dealerships in the initial launch markets of California, Connecticut, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Virginia and Washington, DC will be receiving dedicated Volt demonstration vehicles for customer test drives over the next few weeks. Chevy expects to deliver Volts in all 50 states by the end of 2011.
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The Real Reason Why Dealerships Don’t Want To Compete With Tesla
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 12, 2021
When I was on a podcast with Connecticut State Senator Will Haskell and Will Cross from Tesla Owners Club of Connecticut, the senator said something that helped me understand exactly why dealerships are fighting so hard against Tesla and other EV manufacturers.
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Tesla cuts ties with Connecticut town that rejected potential showroom
Teslarati
JULY 27, 2022
Tesla is cutting ties with South Windsor, Connecticut, after the town’s Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously rejected the automaker’s proposal to open a showroom in the town. The post Tesla cuts ties with Connecticut town that rejected potential showroom appeared first on TESLARATI.
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Toyota announces priority registration website for Prius Plug-In Hybrid
Green Car Congress
APRIL 19, 2011
The Prius Plug-in will begin arriving at Toyota dealers in 15 launch states in spring 2012, with a nationwide roll-out the following year.
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210 Honda cuts US lease price for Fit EV to $259/mo
Green Car Congress
MAY 30, 2013
Further, the network of qualified Fit EV Honda dealers in California, Oregon, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Rhode Island and Connecticut will expand from 36 to more than 200 by the end of June.
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Chevrolet Canada begins taking orders for the Volt starting at C$41,545; Volts a showroom draw in US
Green Car Congress
MAY 4, 2011
Participating Chevrolet dealers in seven key launch markets across Canada have begun taking orders for the all-new 2012 Chevrolet Volt, with an MSRP starting at C$41,545 (US$43,568). By the end of the year, more than 2,500 US dealers will receive a dedicated Volt demo. The Volt is clearly bringing new customers to our dealership.
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Ford battles with dealers over EV sales plan
Teslarati
DECEMBER 3, 2022
Ford is now facing pushback from dealers in numerous states over its EV sales plan. This certification is required for any dealer selling Ford electric vehicles. Depending on how much dealers choose to invest, they will receive a correlating number of electric vehicles to sell. million into EV charging infrastructure.
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Automakers meet Oklahoma Governor and state procurement experts to explore RFP for CNG vehicles for state fleets
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 8, 2012
The meeting, which is open to the public, is intended to provide a general overview of the RFP and an open-forum opportunity for dealers and automakers to ask questions of the states’ representatives.
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Dealers Hit The Brakes On EVs
EV Club of CT
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Proposed EPA Rules Amidst the current contretemps over Connecticut’s stalled efforts to adopt phase 2 of the California emissions standards, known as ACC II/ACT, which stand for Advanced Clean Cars II and Advanced Clean Truck, Read more
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CT dealer incentive for electric-car sales works, could be improved: report
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
Connecticut ushered in a unique electric-car incentive in 2014, and the first points of data on its effectiveness have now been published.
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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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Lightning eMotors partners with Soderholm Bus & Mobility to sell electric commercial vehicles in Hawaii
Green Car Congress
APRIL 8, 2021
Soderholm Bus & Mobility, headquartered on Oahu, is the Nº 1 bus distributor in the Pacific Islands and has sold more buses over the last 30 years than any other dealer.
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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
Volts are expected to arrive at dealerships in Michigan, New Jersey, Connecticut, as well as the balance of Texas and New York in the first quarter of 2011. Before receiving Volts for retail sales, dealers will be required to complete specialized sales and service training, and install 240-volt charging stations at their dealership.
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Dealer Supporters Want Tesla To “Play By The Rules” In A Broken System That Blocks EVs From Succeeding
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
The Day editorial board has penned an op-ed aimed at Tesla, practically trying to talk Tesla into “playing by the rules” in Connecticut. Criticizing Tesla for wanting to sell directly to its customers, wanting to be able to skip legacy dealerships who are not committed to BEVs and all that comes with that, the op-ed […].
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Toyota reduces pricing on 2014 Prius Plug-In in US
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 9, 2013
Toyota has reduced the MSRP on the 2014 Prius Plug-in Hybrid by more than $2,000, making the starting MSRP $29,990 (excluding dealer preparation and handling, DPH). This price repositioning on the base Prius Plug-in Hybrid is not accompanied by any reduction in vehicle content. kWh Li-ion battery pack.
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Connecticut’s Transportation Committee Passes SB 217 — The Fight For EV Freedom Continues
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 5, 2021
Last month I wrote about the historic fight for EV Freedom in Connecticut. In a nutshell, SB 127, if passed, will allow Tesla and other automakers to bypass the outdated dealer franchise system and sell directly to consumers. SB 127 is a solution that will bring Tesla and other EV manufacturers to Connecticut, and the […].
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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.
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Plug In America Is Stepping Back From Taking Sides On Allowing EV Manufactures To Sell Directly
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 22, 2021
Connecticut is one such battleground and its bill, SB 127, would allow EV manufacturers such as Tesla and Rivian to sell directly to consumers in Connecticut. Recently, there has been a battle for EV sales freedom in many states. We know that dealerships are pushing hard at preventing this bill from being made into law. […].
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East Hartford To Tesla: You Can’t Sit With Us
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 11, 2022
In August 2021, I reported on some good news for Tesla owners in Connecticut. That good news is no longer good, though, thanks to the moves of Hoffman Auto, a local dealer […]. East Hartford has ruled in favor of local auto dealerships and pulled a move that feels petty and straight out of Mean Girls.
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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive priced at $41,450 for US; 85-mile range
Green Car Congress
APRIL 29, 2014
The MY14 B-Class Electric Vehicle will be available beginning in mid-July to dealers in California; Connecticut; Maine; Maryland; Massachusetts; New Jersey; New York; Oregon; Rhode Island; and Vermont. Customers may be eligible for federal tax credits (which run up to $7,500) or state/local tax credits.
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291 Connecticut Electric-Car Incentives Unveiled, Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Cars Included
Green Car Reports
MAY 22, 2015
Connecticut can now count itself among the cadre of states offering incentives for the purchase of new plug-in electric cars. And the name of its incentive program gets right to the point: CHEAPR is the suitably appropriate acronym for the Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate pilot program.
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60 Canada and California to work together on cleaner transportation
Green Car Congress
JUNE 27, 2019
This could include sharing lessons learned by both jurisdictions about requirements, incentives, and dealer inducements to boost sales, along with sharing approaches to developing charging infrastructure. Combined, these states and California constitute more than 40% of the US passenger vehicle market.
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PlugStar Program Ramping Up: Training and Supporting EV Retailers in all 50 States
Plug in America
MAY 14, 2025
For the last decade, automakers and dealers have progressively increased their EV inventory, improving the EV experience for customers nationwide. Since 2016, Plug In Americas PlugStar dealer program has provided EV training, certification, and ongoing support for dealers and retailers.
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GM will offer U.S. Buick franchise dealers buyouts
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
General Motors said that it will offer all of its Buick franchise dealers in the U.S. Global Vice President of Buick and GMC, Duncan Aldred, told WSJ that shifting to EVs will require significant investments by Buick dealers. Buick franchise dealers buyouts appeared first on TESLARATI. buyouts,the Wall Street Journal reported.
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Tesla has filed a petition with Wisconsin to allow direct car sales
Teslarati
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Such parties include the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the Wisconsin Automobile and Truck Dealers Association, and the court has officially set a hearing date on the petition. Below you can see which U.S. states still have bans on direct vehicle sales?
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Chevrolet Volt MSRP Starts at $41,000, $33,500 Net of Full Federal Credit; 3-year Lease Program with Option to Buy
Green Car Congress
JULY 27, 2010
More than 600 Chevrolet dealers in the seven launch markets—California, New York, Michigan, Connecticut, Texas, New Jersey and Washington DC— will begin taking orders. To find a participating Chevrolet Volt dealer, customers are directed to [link]. To find a participating Chevrolet Volt dealer, customers are directed to [link].
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Tesla Showroom In Connecticut Put On Hold Over Dealership Lawsuit
CleanTechnica EVs
JUNE 26, 2021
The Town of East Hartford’s Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) has placed a hold on a special use permit and site plan modification for Tesla’s showroom and service center. The town wants to wait until hearing advice from its lawyer regarding the lawsuit brought on the town and Tesla by Hoffman Auto Group. We recently […].
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Plug In America Unplugs
EV Club of CT
MAY 11, 2021
Dealers Pressure Plug In America to Back Away From Direct Sales Plug In America (PIA) has up until now played an important advocacy role in the effort to pass SB 127 in Connecticut and similar. Read more.
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ICCT paper assesses leading regional EV markets in US and policies behind them
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 11, 2016
There are substantial purchase incentives in California, Colorado, Connecticut, North Carolina, and Washington. Colorado has the highest incentive: as much as $5,000 per vehicle. Regional electric vehicle share and regionally leading metropolitan areas. Click to enlarge. State regulations also play a key role.
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253 8-state alliance releases action plan to put 3.3M ZEVs on their roads by 2025
Green Car Congress
MAY 29, 2014
The partner states are California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island and Vermont. This will include working with the automobile manufacturers and dealers to ensure that all plug-in electric vehicle models are available for sale and aggressively marketed in all MOU states. Earlier post.)
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Tesla Service Center permit revoked due to local dealership concern over direct sales
Teslarati
MARCH 10, 2022
Tesla has had a permit for a new Service Center from the East Hartford, Connecticut Planning and Zoning Commission revoked after a local dealership voiced concern regarding direct-to-consumer sales laws. The East Hartford PZC voted to approve the Tesla Service Center, which would be located at 300 Connecticut Boulevard, last April.
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96 Kia Motors America expands Soul EV availability to four additional states; 10 total
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 7, 2015
Following the launch of the Soul EV ( earlier post ) late last year in California, along with sales beginning in Georgia, Texas, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii earlier this year, Kia Motors America (KMA) is expanding availability of its fully charged urban runabout into four new states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Maryland.
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Honda launches new “Green Path” initiatives for manufacturing and operations; new $210M paint line at Marysville with new 4C2B process
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 25, 2015
To continue to decrease CO 2 emissions from the transportation of vehicles from its plants to dealers. To expand the involvement of US Honda and Acura dealers in its “Green Dealer” program. Other elements in the Green Path program include: Connecticut Parts Distribution Center Adds 1-Megawatt Solar Array. Earlier post.).
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Tesla granted license for direct vehicle sales in Kentucky
Teslarati
AUGUST 10, 2024
Now, however, it’s been reported by Tesla Owners of Kentucky that Tesla has gained an official sales license in the state, as can also be seen in a renewed list of automotive dealers posted by the state on Friday. RELATED: Tesla direct sales under threat from dealer-backed bills in Florida What are your thoughts?
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