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Meanwhile, the state of Florida has taken measures that could advantage Tesla and other EV manufacturers. A newly approved bill forbids legacy automakers like Ford and General Motors from selling vehicles directly to consumers if they already have dealership networks. Conversely, EV makers such as Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid are allowed to sell directly, potentially putting traditional automakers at a disadvantage. Investors see this as an opportunity for Tesla to bolster its direct-sales model in Florida, potentially accelerating its market penetration in the region.