Maintaining Competition In the Automobile Repair Market
In 2012, Massachusetts became the first and only state in the U.S. to enact an “automotive right to repair” law. The landmark act required manufacturers
Why You Should Care About Right to Repair
Right to Repair bills are cropping up in states across the U.S. While Massachusetts was the only state with a Right to Repair Law on
The SMART Act, and How it Could Keep Vehicle Repairs Affordable
The Right to Repair movement has gotten another boost. Recently, a bipartisan bill named the Save Money on Auto Repair Transportation (SMART) Act was introduced
Nix the Fix: The FTC’s Response to Right to Repair for the Automotive Industry
In July of 2019, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a workshop to review concerns from consumers and advocacy groups over a troubling trend –
Putting the Screws to Your Wallet: The Car Companies SECRET Tactics Hurting Consumers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPYQkCKKKDM If you search for aftermarket car parts or even aftermarket crash parts, you’ll see a lot of information claiming that parts not made by
Misconceptions About Aftermarket Parts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uhw7YKklJk Imagine you’re standing with a friend at the repair shop after having been in an accident. You have the appraiser’s quote in hand. You’re
The Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act and How Consumers Can Take Action
Car companies are doing everything they can to force consumers and independent auto repair shops to only use OEM parts. The Right to Repair Act is aimed at protecting a consumer’s right to choose what goes on their vehicle.
The Games Car Companies Play to Hinder Competition and Eliminate Choices for Consumers
You may think that owning your vehicle gives you the right to fix it however you see fit. Car companies don’t see it that way, and are reaching deep into their bag of tricks to try and eliminate the choices consumers have.
Aftermarket and OEM Parts: What’s the Difference?
You might think that choosing between OEM and aftermarket parts is a no-brainer – but think again. The differences between the two may surprise you.
What are Aftermarket Parts & Why Use Them?
You probably never think about who makes auto parts – until it’s time to replace something on your vehicle. Whether your car is in the shop because of an accident or you need to replace worn-out or broken parts, you may be wondering if you should choose aftermarket parts. What are aftermarket parts, and why should you choose them?