Detected on Saturday 31 October, 17h00
US dealerships worry about the rise of direct sales
In the United States, direct-to-consumer sales are gaining ground in several states, worrying dealership networks, which resist this change in distribution model.
In brief
Sales and market event (severity: low) in États-Unis, first detected on 31 October 2026 at 17:00. Reported by 1 source (1 article), last updated on 31 October 2026 at 17:00.
- Category
- Sales and market
- Severity
- Low
- Countries
- US United States
- Brands
- None
- Detected
- 31 Oct, 17h00
- Updated
- 31 Oct, 17h00
- Reference
- no.1013
Tone and style of coverage
| Outlet | Average tone | Headlines | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| InsideEVs1 | fairly negative | catchy | Dépêche 100 % |
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- 17h00InsideEVsWirevia Recherche fraîche · Tesla31 OctDealerships Are 'Terrified' Direct Sales Might Be The Future
Dealerships Are 'Terrified' Direct Sales Might Be The Future ## Direct sales are gaining traction in more U.S. states. Dealerships aren't ready to accept defeat just yet. Photo by: Scout Motors Rob Stumpf By: Rob Stumpf Apr 28, at 11:00am ET - Dealerships are "terrified" of direct-to-consumer sales opening to any manufacturer. - 28 states still restrict or outright ban direct sales. - New EV companies have taken advantage of the lack of franchise models, and that same workaround could eventually also apply to Chinese car companies. ... The shift to direct-to-consumer sales isn't new. Tesla kic
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#distribution · #vente directe · #concessionnaires · #United States
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