FTC airs support for Tesla's direct-to-consumer sales

18 May 2015 • engadget.com

The FTC is urging Michigan to reconsider its stance – it boldly states in its letter that it doesn’t think a blanket prohibition against all automakers is right, even if it is to protect local dealerships. A recently introduced bill in the state might loosen that law a bit, though it would only create an exception for enclosed three-wheeled vehicles called “autocycles.” That would allow Elio Motors to manufacture low-cost autocycles and sell them in the state if it does pass. It’s a start, but the commission makes it clear that it supports direct sales by any company, not just Tesla and Elio.

Everyone once in a while our Federal agencies still make me proud.