There’s a well known refrain that Tesla is banned in Texas. That’s somewhat true, but not completely. For example, you can buy a Tesla online and pick it up at a delivery center — many Tesla owners have done this, including one of CleanTechnica’s writers.
The government of North Carolina has continued its recent line of seemingly inexplicable decisions, with its choice to now deny Tesla a dealership license for Charlotte despite earlier hints that it would approve. If approved, the location outside of Charlotte, in the suburb of Matthews, would have been the company’s … [continued]
Around 90% of the more than 8,000 state GOP convention delegates in Texas last week endorsed the idea that Tesla should be able to sell directly to customers in the state, according to recent reports. Notable opposition to that majority reportedly came from US Representative Roger Williams and former Republican … [continued]
Following many years of conflict, it appears that Tesla is now considering suing the state of Michigan for the right to sell directly to consumers, rather than continue the current lobbying approach, according to recent reports. Considering the close relationship between the state of Michigan and a number of major … [continued]
Leilani Münter took to social media and the interwebs on Tuesday to call out the state she calls home for the shenanigans pulled to continue blocking Tesla sales in North Carolina by a consortium of entrenched auto manufacturers. The letter shines a bright light on the state taking action that is … [continued]
Tesla is pleased to assist any consumer interested in the purchase of a Tesla online. On the phone or in person, however, Tesla has concerns in some states with legality, thanks to laws pushed by conventional automobile dealers aimed at keeping Tesla’s direct sales model out of their states. State … [continued]
Covering the Tesla–Texas Auto Dealership saga for awhile, I was hopeful it was going to all turn out for the best. Apparently, that wasn’t the case. As we noted back in April, 80% of polled Texans thought that Tesla should be allowed to directly sell its vehicles to consumers. Even … [continued]
