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But Tesla is the only EV dealer that can sell in New York. New York does not allow other manufacturers to sell directly to consumers. They must go through a dealer.

https://morningconsult.com/2021/03/22/electric-vehicles-dire...

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I don't this is correct. Most major manufacturers have an EV or plug-in line now, which you can buy at their normal dealerships - the Ford Mustang Mach-E, the Chevy Bolt for example. VW group and Nissan have their own lines.

New York does not allow a manufacturer like Rivian to sell directly to the customer. They must go through a dealer. Tesla has an exemption but only for them.

The only manufacturer-owned dealership, no? I would be surprised if I couldn't go to a Ford dealer in NYC and buy an EV.

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