[NEWS] Trump is signaling support for right-to-repair as debate over vehicle service access intensifies:
Trump met with top auto industry officials last week and made his position clear: independent repair shops should have access to vehicle data.
The Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 passed the House, codifying a 2014 agreement ensuring owners can choose where to service vehicles after warranty expiration.
But some lawmakers want to go further, pushing legislation that would expand access to diagnostics, calibration, and recalibration data, opposed by most automaker groups.
Vehicle repair costs are up 43% since 2019, hitting as much as $1,700 per visit, and 45% of customers report dissatisfaction with dealership service.
What this means for dealers: Transparency, convenience, and communication are the primary competitive advantages in fixed ops.
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(Source: SEMA / Auto Finance News)