OEMs are making a last-ditch effort to delay implementation of the changes as it fights to overturn the voter-approved law in federal court.

The past year has thrown countless challenges at the aftermarket, and shops have risen to meet them.

Both Apple and Microsoft have created independent repair programs to comply with Right to Repair, but that momentum hasn't extended to the auto aftermarket. 

The survey also found 92 percent believe consumers should be able to choose between OEM and aftermarket parts.

The wireless diagnostic system will not be available for vehicle owners to subscribe to, like it has been in the past and like it will continue to be for other states. 

The CAR Coalition is made up of independent automotive parts and repair companies, associations and insurers. 

A federal judge has extended until no later than Nov. 2 his deadline for a ruling in a lawsuit brought by automakers.

As part of its campaign to call on Congress, the association has developed a form that automatically generates a letter to the lawmaker of a person’s district.