Automakers agree to right-to-repair deal covering telematics data
Under the new deal, the groups said independent repair shops will continue to have access to the same diagnostic and repair information automakers make available to their authorized dealer networks even as technology evolves. That access also applies to telematics data needed to diagnose and repair a vehicle, if not otherwise available. It also covers all vehicle technologies and powertrains, including battery-electric, plug-in hybrid and fuel cell vehicles.
The parties also have pledged to work together on education and training, with additional resources available to independent repair shops such as through an automaker’s repair website or via third-party information providers,…
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