CleanTechnica•about 19 hours ago
You Can’t Buy EVs Directly from Auto Manufacturers in Iowa … But Maybe Soon
Key Takeaway
Policy shifts allowing direct EV sales in states like Iowa could significantly accelerate EV adoption, driving increased electricity demand and the need for expanded charging infrastructure and generation capacity.
AI Summary
- •Iowa currently prohibits direct-to-consumer EV sales by manufacturers, mandating sales through third-party dealerships due to existing state laws.
- •Potential policy changes in Iowa could soon allow direct EV sales, removing a significant barrier for EV manufacturers and consumers.
- •Enabling direct EV sales could accelerate EV adoption in Iowa, increasing demand for charging infrastructure and grid capacity, impacting future load growth projections.
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Article Content
This odd battle has been going on for so long that I had actually forgotten about it. There’s a quirk in some US state laws that they require automobiles to be sold through 3rd party auto dealers. That is actually rooted in something, in some potential for consumer abuse identified ... [continued] The post You Can’t Buy EVs Directly from Auto Manufacturers in Iowa … But Maybe Soon appeared first on CleanTechnica .