Who were the major advocates of direct sales in the automotive industry?

Direct sales in the automotive industry refers to the process of selling vehicles without involving any middlemen such as dealerships. While the practice was uncommon, some notable figures have advocated for direct sales including Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, and Henry Ford, the founder of Ford Motor Company. These advocates argue that direct sales bring significant benefits to both the automaker and consumer by removing the extra cost and overhead of dealerships. However, many states have laws restricting automakers from selling directly to consumers, making direct sales a controversial topic in the automotive industry.

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