NIADA Declares its Support of ‘Right to Repair’
The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA), a national trade association representing independent automobile dealers, has declared its support of the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (HR 2057) and strongly urges Congress to pass the legislation on behalf of its over 20,000 members.
Right to Repair Passes Second Reading in Commons
(Canadian Driver) The “Right to Repair” bill, which will require automakers to make information, software and tools available to independent repair shops and allow them to service newer, more sophisticated vehicles, has passed the second reading vote in the Canadian House of Commons.
Now is the Time for Right to Repair Law
(San Francisco Chronicle – by Bob Barr & Ralph Nadar) Earlier this spring, in announcing the government’s blueprint for saving the Big Three automakers, President Obama said, “The United States government will stand behind your (car) warranty.”
New Jersey House Passes Right to Repair Act
(AftermarketNews.com) The New Jersey Assembly yesterday passed the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (A-803) by a vote of 49-22, with abstaining.
Congressional Support for Right to Repair Tops 50
(AftermarketNews.com) Congressional support for the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (H.R. 2694) has reached 51 sponsors, according to Kathleen Schmatz, president and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA).
Right to Repair Act Re-Introduced in Oklahoma
State Rep. Daniel Sullivan (R-71) of Oklahoma re-introduced the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (H.B. 2820) in the Oklahoma State Legislature on Jan. 18.
European Associations Launch Right to Repair Campaign
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Automotive aftermarket and motorist representatives have today launched the Right to Repair Campaign at EquipAuto 2007 to safeguard consumer choice and effective competition in the market for vehicle replacement parts, tools and equipment, servicing and repair.
Right To Repair Under Threat
(Staffordshire, U.K./ Tyres & Accessories) Did you know that something as straightforward as replacing a battery or a bulb could soon mean a car will refuse to do as its told?
TIA Commits to Right to Repair Efforts
(Akron/Tire Review) Fresh off the annual Automotive Aftermarket Legislative Summit (June 12-14), TIA has committed to gathering co-sponsors for the newly reintroduced Motor Vehicle Owner’s Right to Repair Act (HR 2694).
NTDA Joins Right to Repair Strategy Group
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Following on from the Right to Repair Seminar organised by the NTDA at Brityrex in Manchester earlier this month, the NTDA has been invited to join the powerful R2RC Strategy Group, which will run the U.K. end of the Europe-wide campaign.