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Worst Automotive Law Changes Coming Next Year

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  While we have relied on the government to help make roads and highways a safer place in recent years, with the advent of AI and other technological advancements, it appears the government has gone a step too far. It appears that the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act have a particularly nasty piece of legislation that will not just change the way we travel but will affect our personal privacy and safety all the while increasing the cost of car ownership. Starting the 2027 model year, the   National Highway Traffic Safety Administration   is going to require that all vehicles be equipped with passive driver monitoring systems.   automotive-legislation     The new legislation is generating serious debate across the   automotive   industry , among consumers,   automotive technicians   and privacy advocacy groups. While the goal of keeping impaired drivers off the road is noble, as reducing intoxicated driving can save lives, the ...
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Are Car Companies Blocking Diy Car Repairs and Diagnosis?

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  For as long as cars have been around, many   car owners   have been able to diagnose and repair their vehicles using basic tools, repair manuals and affordable scan tools. But   modern vehicles   are introducing new systems and purpose-built features, making these vehicles increasingly difficult to work on at home and many consumers believe this is no   accident .   diy-car-repair     As cars become more computerized, manufacturers are introducing new restrictions that can limit access to diagnostics and repairs, raising concerns about the future of   DIY automotive   work and the broader “ Right to Repair ” movement.   Using electronics as a barrier to easily diagnose and repair   Modern cars are essentially rolling computers that require updates, connectivity, and permissions. In fact, modern vehicles contain dozens of interconnected computers and sensors controlling everything from engine performance to lighting and s...
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Have some car insurance companies lost their minds?

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  We have witnessed   insurance companies   cutting costs, employing a variety of tactics and while not all of their cutting-cost measures directly affect the policyholder. Some recent changes with low-cost insurance companies can affect the vehicle’s safety, long-term reliability and value.   car-insurance-companies     For years it has been common practice for insurance companies to approve   aftermarket   parts   or   recycled body parts   when repairing older vehicles after a collision. Replacement of body panels like   bumpers, doors, fenders   and other cosmetic components sourced from salvage yards or third-party manufacturers has long been part of the cost-saving strategies used throughout the   insurance industry . However, a newer, alarming trend has started to emerge with some lower-cost insurance providers. These companies have started approving the use of recycled wear-and-tear suspension components in re...
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