VW, Audi and Scout

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.
Scout Sued In Florida By VW, Audi Dealers Over Direct Sales Plan
Scout Motors hasn’t commented on this new lawsuit. However, a spokesperson reiterated comments made by Scout’s VP for Growth, Cody Thacker, late last year, noting that a direc
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",
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.
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
Volkswagen and Audi Dealers Are Suing Scout Motors in Florida
A group of Volkswagen and Audi dealerships in Florida have filed a lawsuit against Scout Motors over its direct-to-consumer sales model. The lawsuit alleges that Scout shouldn’t be viewed as separate from other VW Group brands.
Angry Florida Dealers Sue Scout Over Direct Sales Plan
Under Florida law, even a deposit is considered a sale. Audi and VW dealers in the state aren't having it. S cout’s plan to sell its cars directly to consumers is already facing
VW, Audi dealers file suit in Florida to block Scout Motors’ direct sales to state consumers
The lawsuit is believed to be the first formal legal challenge on behalf of VW and Audi dealers over Scout Motors' direct-sales model.
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EV maker Scout Motors wants to sell directly to buyers but can't do it in its home state
South Carolina is one of about two dozen states that ban manufacturers from selling vehicle directly to consumers.
Scout's legal troubles are growing
The revived off-road brand, backed by Volkswagen Group, is facing mounting legal challenges from vehicle dealerships over its ...
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 ...