Auto Care Association Applauds Verdict in Years-long Massachusetts Right to Repair Battle

BOSTON – February 11, 2025 – Earlier today, Judge Denise Casper dismissed the entirety of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation’s suit challenging the 2020 Massachusetts Data Access Law. The automakers’ bid to block the Massachusetts Right to Repair law has failed and the law remains in effect. The judge’s written decision is still under seal but should be made available to the public soon.  

“Today’s ruling is a significant victory for the people of Massachusetts—and all Americans,” said Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association. This decision by Judge Casper ensures that car owners have the right to access their vehicle's repair and diagnostic data, empowering them to make informed choices about maintenance and repairs. It levels the playing field, allowing independent repair shops to compete fairly, which in turn drives down costs for consumers. As car owners, we all deserve the freedom to control and manage the data that’s generated by our own vehicles. This ruling is a crucial step toward fostering greater transparency, affordability, and innovation in the automotive industry for the benefit of all Americans." 

The Auto Care Association will update its members with additional information as it becomes available. 

For more information about the Auto Care Association’s right to repair advocacy efforts, visit autocare.org/righttorepair.