Tesla Won't Kill Car Dealerships, But It Will Force Them To Change

25 Aug 2023 | Abstracted from Business Insider

"...dealerships are going to have to evolve from what they are today...Some of Elon Musk's influence on the industry can already be seen: lean inventory, online configurations, and more transparency...Shoppers ultimately need places to see new products, receive education on the nuances of buying electric, and get their questions answered...especially as the EV buying curve shifts from early adopters to the next wave."

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