HB1041 Relative to permitting motor vehicle manufacturers to operate dealerships in market areas also served by franchise dealers.
Relative to permitting motor vehicle manufacturers to operate dealerships in market areas also served by franchise dealers.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
More competition in auto sales could lower car prices for consumers by removing the mandatory dealer middleman markup.
Your Community
Increases consumer choice and competition, though existing franchise dealers and their employees could face pressure.
Your Freedom
Expands free market choice by letting consumers buy directly from manufacturers if they prefer.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7
Sponsor
Samuel Farrington (R)
The Short Version
Would allow car manufacturers to operate their own dealerships in areas where franchise dealers already exist. This would enable direct-to-consumer auto sales (like Tesla's model) alongside traditional dealerships.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Car buyers
- ▲ EV manufacturers like Tesla
- ▲ Free market advocates
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Existing franchise auto dealers
- ▼ Dealership employees
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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