Motors, Florida

Scout Motors sued over plan to sell EVs direct to consumers
Scout Motors' plan to eschew traditional dealerships and sell EVs directly to consumers is running into legal trouble. A group of Volkswagen and Audi
Florida VW And Audi Dealers Suing Scout Motors Over Direct Sales Model
Tesla, Lucid, Rivian, VinFast and now Scout Motors have all, in their own way, changed the game in how cars are being purchased and sold. These automakers typically lean into the idea of a store, or an "experience center",
Scout Motors Faces Legal Battle Over Direct Sales Model in Florida
The legal battle stems from Florida’s dealership laws, which prohibit manufacturers from competing with their own franchisees. Scout Motors, following the lead of companies like Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid,
Scout Sued In Florida By VW And Audi Dealers Over Direct Sales Plan
“Florida has a clear definition of the word ‘sell’ and Scout Motors is actively selling in violation of state law,” attorney John Forehand described. “If you take a buyer deposit in Florida, it’s the same as making a sale, and that’s simply not allowed.”
VW and Audi dealers are suing Scout over its no-dealers plan
A coterie of Florida car dealers filed a lawsuit this week against Scout Motors over its direct-to-consumer sales model. The complaint alleges that Scout, which operates under the Volkswagen Group, is in violation of Florida law which blocks automakers from trying to bypass dealers by selling directly to consumers.
VW, Audi dealers are fighting for their right to sell you cars
The Scout, which gets its name from the legendary International Harvester Scout, differentiates itself from other electric runabouts that sell themselves as "tough," like Tesla's Cybertruck, by giving them an "old-school" feel,
Volkswagen, Audi Dealers Sue Scout Motors over Sales Model
A group of Florida Volkswagen and Audi dealerships filed a lawsuit against Scout Motors over its direct-to-consumer retail model.
EV maker Scout Motors wants to sell directly to buyers but can’t do it in its home state
Volkswagen-backed Scout Motors is making a massive bet in the electric SUV market. The company wants to let customers buy its ...
Work begins on Scout Motors interstate project amid EV uncertainty
Construction of a $200 million interstate project that will connect thousands of workers to a massive Scout Motors plant ...
Scout Motors' Chief Production Officer dies following battle with cancer
The Chief Production Officer for a vehicle manufacturer plant making its way to Blythewood has died following a battle with ...
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10 Reasons Why The OG International Scout Was A Brilliant Car
The International Scout was instrumental in introducing SUVs to the average American driver. Here are 10 things that made it ...
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South Carolina blocks Scout Motors’ direct sales despite $1.3B incentive
South Carolina granted Scout Motors $1.3 billion in incentives to build its $2 billion EV plant, but residents cant buy the ...
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SC spent $1.3B to entice Scout Motors. Will residents be able to buy the electric vehicles?
Inside of 701 Whaley near downtown Columbia on a cool November evening, Scout Motors CEO Scott Keogh is standing in front a crowd of state lawmakers, Gov. Henry McMaster and Richland County ...
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State leaders announce Scout Motors Interchange Project in Blythewood
State leaders say a new interchange set to be built in Blythewood will greatly improve the daily commute for employees of the ...