AutoNation
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Unlike many auto dealers and dealership groups that see selling electric vehicles as a necessary burden, AutoNation CEO Mike Jackson believes electric vehicles offer a "historic opportunity" for the industry Speaking at the Automotive News World Congress, Jackson recognized the challenges associated with electric vehicles, but said he also thinks plug-in cars will make up 15 to 20 percent of the U.S. market by 2030. That's a lot of cars—and Jackson says AutoNation is well-placed to sell them when the time comes. DON'T MISS: Michigan Anti-Tesla Law 'Unnecessary Protectionism': AutoNation...
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Tesla Sales Model Intrigues Volvo, Lexus, AutoNation--Though Dealers Must Remain, By Law
Electric-car maker Tesla Motors has shaken up the auto industry in many ways, and it continues to do so. Now, aspects of Tesla's online direct-sales model are starting to influence other companies in the car business--and their executives are saying so--even as lobbyists for franchised car...
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Dealer Chains May Still Hate Tesla, But Now They're Learning From It
Dealer chains seek to streamline the buying process.
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Michigan Anti-Tesla Law 'Unnecessary Protectionism': AutoNation CEO
Never let it be said that AutoNation CEO Mike Jackson doesn't speak his mind. His latest stunner came last week, when he deemed auto-dealer efforts to ban all direct sales by Tesla Motors state by state "unnecessary protectionism." In doing so, Jackson broke ranks with the vast array of auto-dealer...
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2011 Chevrolet Volt Price Gouging Banned At AutoNation
Earlier this month, sister-site Green Car Reports posted news about less-than-scrupulous dealers already telling potential customers for the upcoming 2011 Chevrolet Volt that there might be a significant markup--as much as $20,000--on the first batch of cars because of limited supply. And as...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran