Article: Consumer group attacks state franchise laws.(Consumer Federation of America )(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)

WASHINGTON - A national consumer organization has launched a campaign against state franchise laws on the grounds that they limit vehicle sales competition and cost car buyers money. The Consumer Federation of America estimated customers would save at least 6 percent, or about $1,500 per vehicle, if there were competitive pressure from direct factory sales and true online purchasing. ``We are calling on state legislatures to open the doors to Internet competition in the auto market, to give consumers the ability to make free choices on the Internet,'' said Jack Gillis, public affairs director for the federation, a coalition of 270 consumer groups. When a reporter ...

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