The Auto Care Association is going global with its efforts to support the Right to Repair.  

According to a statement released on its website, the ACA is aligning with advocates around the world through a new position statement outlining the movement’s core beliefs and reiterating the intended outcomes expected of Right to Repair legislation. 

“Auto Care Association and associations around the globe are aligned in preserving the owner’s choice for vehicle repair,” said Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association. “This statement represents a herculean effort to protect our industry and the rights of individuals around the world. Vehicle owners deserve the right to maintain and repair their vehicle using the repair location of their choice.”  

The automotive aftermarket within the United States performs 70% of after-warranty repairs. Without legislature to uphold it, independent repair shops could be prevented by automakers from providing vehicle repair and maintenance due to a lack of access to wirelessly transmitted vehicle data.  

 According to the ACA, Australian and South African advocates have helped consumers in their countries to retain their right to repair their vehicles.