Explore the federal and state issues the Auto Care Association is working on to protect the aftermarket, from right to repair and vehicle data access to trade, environmental and product regulations.
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Right to Repair and Vehicle Data National
Direct access to vehicle data is under threat by vehicle manufacturers. Historically, OBD-2 ports have granted vehicle owners and technicians access to vehic...
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Environmental National
EPR in the automotive aftermarket refers to regulations that hold manufacturers and importers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, includi...
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Trade & Global Supply Chain National
The Auto Care Association is actively monitoring this evolving situation and will provide updates as new information emerges. Check this page regularly for t...
Business & Workforce National
The passage of the Affordable Care Act (the Association) in 2010 changed healthcare coverage for the 180M Americans who participate in employer-provided plan...
Business & Workforce National
Tax laws and regulations impact member businesses in numerous ways, and as taxes are a primary source of federal revenue, Congress is always tinkering with t...
Business & Workforce National
The qualified technician shortage has been a growing industry problem for many years, as older generations of mechanics retire without sufficient interest am...
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Environmental National
EPR in the automotive aftermarket refers to regulations that hold manufacturers and importers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, includi...
Environmental National
The Sustainability Committee of the Auto Care Associations aims to create awareness to the various environmental regulations related to our industry. The com...
Environmental National
PFAS chemicals are used in car seats and upholstery, dashboard and interior coatings, brake systems and tires, and wiring and insulation, the proposed regula...
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Right to Repair and Vehicle Data National
Direct access to vehicle data is under threat by vehicle manufacturers. Historically, OBD-2 ports have granted vehicle owners and technicians access to vehic...
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Right to Repair and Vehicle Data International/Global
Auto Care Association has joined other global association leaders to support the critical global right to repair movement by signing the new right to repair...
Right to Repair and Vehicle Data National
Multiple states have introduced legislation requiring repairers to follow OEM repair process and procedures for collision repair or requiring consumer consen...
Right to Repair and Vehicle Data National
A warranty is a contract between the manufacturer/dealer and the buyer. It covers certain mechanical breakdowns, and the parts and labor repair costs.
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Trade & Global Supply Chain National
The Auto Care Association is actively monitoring this evolving situation and will provide updates as new information emerges. Check this page regularly for t...
Vehicle Technology & Safety National
ADAS technologies are rapidly becoming standard in modern vehicles. These systems rely on cameras, radar, LiDAR and ultrasonic sensors.
Vehicle Technology & Safety National
Electrification is transforming vehicle design and service requirements. While lithium-ion batteries dominate current EVs, the industry is investing heavily...
Vehicle Technology & Safety National
Safety inspections ensure that all cars on the road adhere to a “minimum safety standard,” particularly when it comes to components such as steering, suspens...
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