Source: Abdul Matin Sarfraz, Canada’s National Observer As Canada’s electronic waste problem explodes, consumer and environmental advocates are pushing lawmakers for the right to repair their devices instead of buying new ones. Research published by the University of Waterloo last week found that in 2020, Canadians generated close to one million tonnes of e-waste — appliances such Read more…
Source: The Columbian The premise is simple — Americans should have the right and the ability to repair their durable goods. Replacing a battery on a cellphone should not require a technical degree or an act of Congress. But Congress is needed to advance the growing “right-to-repair” movement. Lawmakers should enhance the ability of consumers to repair Read more…
Austin, TX – On May 9, ABPA Executive Director Ed Salamy testified in opposition to Texas State Bill 1083 before the Texas House Insurance Committee. Previously, the ABPA had stated its opposition to the Bill with a letter that was sent to all the relevant Committee members. During the abbreviated hearing, eleven witnesses provided testimony with only Read more…
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On May 5, 2023, the ABPA submitted opposition to Texas Senate Bill 1083 (2023), which will 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 Read more…
Smithfield, RI – There was a buzz of energy in the air as the annual meeting of the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) kicked off in Nashville, TN. The DoubleTree hotel in downtown Nashville was the hub of the activity as the 43rd annual meeting of ABPA members kicked off on Tuesday, 4/25. This event featured both Read more…
Source: Craig Anderson, NewsChannel 5 Nashville NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Two U.S. Army veterans in need of reliable transportation were presented with refurbished vehicles Wednesday afternoon courtesy of the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides program. BeCandice Brantley and Nicole Leyva were both recognized for their service in a brief ceremony at the Auto Body Parts Association Read more…
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC, BETHESDA, MD, DIAMOND BAR, CA, and WASHINGTON, DC -– The CAR Coalition, MEMA Aftermarket, Auto Care Association and SEMA are applauding a new group of bipartisan cosponsors of the REPAIR Act (H.R. 906), which will ensure choice, fairness, and safety in the vehicle repair market. In addition to original sponsor Representative Neal Dunn Read more…
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…
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…
