A British Columbia judge has dismissed a legal claim arguing that a customer’s participation in a test drive automatically makes them an employee of the dealership, calling the argument "unreasonable." The ruling highlights a dispute over whether the nature of the test drive—including the provision of a vehicle and supervision—could create an employer-employee relationship. Legal experts will likely weigh in on whether such cases could set a precedent for similar disputes in the future. The decision may leave test drivers and dealerships alike questioning the boundaries of liability during these common automotive experiences.
A judge in British Columbia said the customer's argument that he effectively became a dealership employee while on a test drive "defies common sense." ...
