California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) has issued a cease and desist letter to the two companies to prevent them ...

As of 2021, selling direct was legal in 21 states ... it remains more cost effective than the direct-to-consumer route and the agency model of distribution that some legacy brands are ...

One exception to the VW Group decision is the Cupra brand, with its cars continuing to be sold only via the agency/direct sales method. Chris covers all aspects of motoring life for Auto Express.