PALO ALTO, California -- The electric-vehicle joint venture between Sony Group and Honda Motor has been sued by a California trade group representing auto dealerships on the grounds that selling cars directly to consumers is illegal in the state.
Industry group files suit, claiming direct sales are illegal in California

Sony Honda Mobility is set to begin delivery of its Afeela 1 EV next year. (Sony Honda Mobility)
PALO ALTO, California -- The electric-vehicle joint venture between Sony Group and Honda Motor has been sued by a California trade group representing auto dealerships on the grounds that selling cars directly to consumers is illegal in the state.