MEMA Opposes Illinois Bill Discouraging Use of Aftermarket Parts
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association opposes a proposed Illinois law that would limit the use of aftermarket parts by requiring written consent for the use of non-original crash parts.
New York Lawmakers Considering ‘Textalyzer’ to Enforce Distracted Driving Laws
With this new law, when someones gets in a crash, police would be able to use a device to pull information from their phone to determine if they were using it at the time of the accident.
Insurer Association Rep Testifies Against OEM Procedure Bill
APCIA’s Joe Woods argued that the bill lacked verbiage that would require shops to document and confirm they were actually following OE procedures.
Louisiana Bill Would Prohibit Photo Estimates
New legislation has been introduced in Louisiana that would require physical appraisals and that insurers disclose to their customers that they don’t have to submit photos in order to obtain an appraisal.
‘Hands-free’ Cellphone Bill Advances in Minnesota Senate
The Minnesota Senate has voted overwhelmingly for a bill barring cellphone use while driving unless the phone is being used in a “hands-free” mode, according to an article by the StarTribune.
Right to Repair Coalition Takes on Vehicle Data in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Right to Repair Coalition has introduced legislation in the commonwealth protecting consumers’ right to own and control the data generated by their vehicle.
Florida to Consider Strict Distracted Driving Bill
Things like holding a phone, putting on makeup or petting a dog while driving could all be considered illegal with the bill.
West Virginia Reintroduces OEM Parts Bill
If enacted, the bill would require new original equipment parts to be used in order to maintain the manufacturer’s warranty on vehicles three years old or newer.
Associations Oppose Missouri Legislation Repealing Vehicle Safety Inspections
Automotive industry trade associations have joined to oppose House Bill 451 in Missouri aimed at eliminating that state’s premier vehicle safety inspection program.
Autonomous Vehicle Legislation Gaining Support
New legislation in the Senate aimed at popularizing the use of autonomous vehicles in commercial and commuter settings is gaining more supporters and could be considered this spring, according to an article by Transport Topics.
Nevada Legislature Reviewing Aftermarket Parts Bill
The bill would prohibit an insurer from requiring the use of aftermarket parts in the collision repair of a vehicle that is less than 60 months old unless the insurer has written consent from the owner of the motor vehicle.
California Body Shop Owner Challenging New Law Limiting Storage Charge
A California body shop owner is upset by a bill in his state that passed into law last year and took effect Jan. 1, 2019 aimed at “closing loopholes in California’s towing and vehicle storage law to reduce abusive practices aimed at inflating storage fees.”
