California, Scout and VW

California Dealers Preparing to Sue VW Over Scout's Direct Sales Model
The California New Car Dealers Association says Scout Motors is breaking the law by selling directly to buyers.
California dealers declare war on Scout Motors' direct sales model
Scout Motors is facing legal opposition from California’s dealer association, citing state laws prohibiting automakers from competing with their own franchisees.
California dealers seek to block VW Scout EV brand, which cut them out
VW's Tesla-like sales model bypassing dealerships is being challenged by a group that tends to voice up for auto retailers around the nation.
CA dealers scream foul play, try to block Scout's direct-sales model
California's VW dealers are upset that they could miss out on the opportunity to sell and service Scout vehicles.
California Dealers Tell VW To Cease-And-Desist Scout Direct Sales Model
A dealership group in California has sent Volkswagen a cease-and-desist letter over Scout’s direct-to-consumer plans. The dealers contend the move would violate state law and threaten their livelihoods.
California dealers challenge VW’s direct sales plan for Scout vehicles – Brian Maas | CNCDA
Today's CBT Now, Brian Maas, President of the CNCDA, discusses why VW's decision could set a precedent for dealer-manufacturer relationships
Volkswagen Faces Legal Threat Over Scout Motors’ Direct-to-Consumer Sales Plan in California
Volkswagen's ambitious plan to revive the Scout Motors brand has hit a roadblock as California dealerships threaten legal
Dealers Move to Block Scout’s ‘Unlawful’ Direct Sales Plan That Cuts Them Out Entirely
The California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) has fired the opening round in a broader legal assault on Scout Motors over the new Volkswagen subsidiary’s plan to adopt Tesla’s direct-sales strategy for its forthcoming Traveler SUV and Terra pickup.
California Dealers Seek to Prevent Scout Motors's Direct Sales Plan
The association believes the VW Group's involvement legally restricts the brand from cutting out the middleman.
Personal Data of 800,000 VW Group EV Owners Was Left Publicly Accessible for Months: Leak
Inadequate cloud security made EV owners' locations and other private info available to the public since the summer.
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