Hyundai Accused of Inflating Sales Figures in Dealer Lawsuit

A group of Hyundai dealers has filed a lawsuit against the South Korean automaker, alleging that the company engaged in deceptive practices by inflating sales figures for electric vehicles (EVs) and penalizing dealers who refused to participate. The lawsuit, filed in Chicago, claims that Hyundai pressured dealers to manipulate inventory codes to artificially boost the appearance of EV sales.

According to the lawsuit, Hyundai incentivized dealers who complied with these practices by offering price discounts and other rewards. Those who did not participate reportedly faced punitive measures, creating a. . .