Tesla sues North Dakota as it seeks to open car dealerships in state

By: Jacob Orledge

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: April 13, 2026

Words: 707

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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The largest manufacturer of electric vehicles in the United States is suing the state of North Dakota in its quest to open a pair of car dealerships in Bismarck and Fargo.

The case, filed by Tesla, is in the hands of South Central Judicial District Judge Bonnie Storbakken after a hearing on Monday.

North Dakota law prohibits vehicle manufacturers from owning car dealerships and requires them to sell their products to franchised dealerships …

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