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U.S. appeals court backs Tesla in Louisiana direct sales challenge

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appeals court, with an appeals court this week ruling that the company can legally dispute Louisiana’s ban on direct vehicle sales. In the past, the automaker has also argued that, although it doesn’t sell vehicles through dealerships, it should still be allowed to lease and service Tesla vehicles owned by Louisiana residents.

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DOJ echoes Tesla argument in Louisiana direct sales appeal

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Department of Justice (DOJ) has backed an argument from Tesla this week during a circuit court appeal of a case with the state of Louisiana over its automotive direct sales ban rules. Lousiana Motor Vehicle Commission attorneys did not respond to Reuters ’ request for comment on the matter, nor did Tesla. The DOJ declined to comment.

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High oleic soy-based motor oils receive API certification

Green Car Congress

Biosynthetic Technologies , with support from the United Soybean Board (USB), recently received American Petroleum Institute (API) certification on two motor oil formulations (5W-20 and 5W-30) that contain a synthetic ester made from high oleic soybean oil. Petroleum synthetic oils typically score between 6.0

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Tesla squeezes victory in court, exposes collusion to keep direct sales out of Louisiana

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Tesla has managed to win in US appeal court against the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission, which is preventing Tesla’s direct sale model in the state.

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Tesla has filed a petition with Wisconsin to allow direct car sales

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The efforts to overturn such bans last year gained some ground in Kentucky, where Tesla was granted a license for direct sales in August, as well as in Louisiana, where an appeals court backed the company in its right to sue the state over dealership laws. states still have bans on direct vehicle sales?

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Elio Motors set to begin operations in former GM plant in Caddo Parish; 80 mpg highway 3-wheeler for $6,800

Green Car Congress

Elio Motors has taken the next step in its plan to manufacture its $6,800 3-wheel vehicles in Louisiana; the Caddo Parish Industrial Development Board (IDB) completed its purchase of the former General Motors Shreveport Assembly and Stamping Plant, allowing Elio Motors to progress in its manufacturing timeline.

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Startup Elio Motors Doesn't Get To Buy Ex-GM Plant After All

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Elio Motors’ tiny three-wheeled, 84-mpg vehicle already has a significant following, but before Elio can turn those fans into buyers, it needs to secure a place to build it.

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