Source: CollisionWeek Some patented crash parts cost more than twice comparable, non-patented parts due to OEM “Backdoor Monopoly” according to the paper. A new white paper examines how automotive OEM design patents impact consumers, local economies, and the environment. Blaire O’Neal, PhD, a researcher and consultant who specializes in issues around social justice and technology, released the Read more…
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This year, the ABPA is proud to team up with the National Auto Body Council (NABC), Crash Champions, Nexterra Solutions, Nationwide, and GEICO Insurance in supporting the NABC Recycled Rides program. For those who regularly attend the ABPA convention, this is a tremendous event where local families in need receive donated vehicles through the program. Operation Stand Read more…
Effective 4/15/2023, new Partslink data is available for download for existing subscribers. For information on the Partslink program, including market intelligence, and how to subscribe to Partslink, please visit www.autobpa.com/partslink. Partslink Monthly Statistics Partslink is more than just a database of part numbers. Information pertaining to part pricing and supersession are also available to subscribers.
On April 10, 2023, the ABPA submitted opposition to Texas House Bill 1321 (2023), which will adversely affect Texas drivers as it would limit consumer choice by restricting aftermarket automotive parts in favor of more expensive car company branded parts. HB 1321 would not achieve its goal as Texas drivers would be adversely affected should they be Read more…
Source: Natasha Tusikov (York University), The Conversation On March 28, the Canadian government’s budget announcement introduced a plan to implement a “right to repair” for electronic devices and home appliances in 2024, alongside a new five-year tax credit worth $4.5 billion for Canadian clean tech manufacturers. The federal government will begin consultations on the plan in the Read more…
Planning on attending the ABPA convention in Nashville but have not yet registered? It is still not too late! For easy registration, visit the ABPA registration page today and reserve your spot! On-site registrations are also accepted at our ABPA registration desk. We are still offering sponsorship opportunities for those who want a tabletop for our Trade Read more…
Dear ABPA Members, The CAR Coalition recently announced the reintroduction of the SMART Act (see press release below). The ABPA encourages ALL our members to make your voices heard and to email your member of Congress that you support both the SMART and REPAIR Acts. To write your member of Congress, go to the CAR Coalition website Read more…
On March 27, 2023, the ABPA submitted opposition to Texas Senate Bill 1083 (2023), which will adversely affect Texas drivers as it would establish a 36-month restriction against the use of alternative parts including aftermarket, recycled, remanufactured, and refurbished parts when OEM repair procedures are mandated. The ABPA is against any repair procedure that encourages monopolistic behavior Read more…
SACRAMENTO, CA — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a bipartisan, multistate coalition, sent a letter urging Congress to better protect consumers and the marketplace by passing expansive “Right-to-Repair” legislation. The legislation under consideration would help create and protect a competitive marketplace for repairing vehicles, agricultural equipment, and consumer electronics by preventing manufacturers from Read more…
Federal Legislation Reforms Broken Patent Laws to Strengthen Consumer Choice, Lower Car Repair Costs, and Promote a Free and Fair Automotive Repair Market SMART Act Joins ‘Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act’ as First Pair of Right to Repair Bills Introduced in 118th Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CAR (Consumer Access to Repair) Read more…
