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Complexity can lead to cascading failures in car repairs
Modern cars have a high level of electronic complexity with multiple control units
Increased complexity in automobiles has led to the need for systems like Control Area Network (CAN) for coordination

The Model T was created to be a powerful workhorse for chores and travel, solving the problem by providing a better way for families to transport, drive, and handle rough environments - all at an affordable price.
Automobiles initially targeted the wealthy until the Model T made transportation more accessible, easier to drive, and rugged for off-road use, catering to average-income families' needs.
Henry Ford's relentless pursuit of innovation, from creating a new steel type for a lighter car to pioneering manufacturing and marketing strategies, led the Model T to become the go-to option for American consumers, fundamentally changing the automotive industry.

Automakers are increasingly offering subscription-based services for various features in cars, possibly resulting in consumers paying again for features already included in the purchase price.
Legislators are starting to take action against automakers requiring subscriptions for features that are already installed in vehicles, but more efforts are needed to curb the trend of 'paywalling' car functionalities.
As the future of car ownership might shift towards subscription-based models, there is a concern that almost every feature in a car could be put behind a paywall, prompting discussions on how to regulate and limit this practice.

The Massachusetts law on auto right to repair set a benchmark, but lacks federal support. The REPAIR Act aims to address this gap and maintain consumer choice in auto repair.
Despite Massachusetts' success, other states have not followed suit in implementing auto right to repair laws. Automakers are pushing back, with potential impact on owner's ability to repair vehicles.
Automakers have been resistant to granting access to telematics data for repair, sparking legal battles and industry challenges. Passage of the REPAIR Act may offer hope for federal safeguards on this issue.

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The EU is moving towards mandating smartphones to be supported for at least five years, benefitting customers worldwide with access to key components for repair.
Research suggests that automakers opposing right-to-repair laws may be futile, as a consumer sentiment survey indicates strong support for such legislation among voters.
The right-to-repair movement is gaining momentum globally, driven by concerns over manufacturer control of software in devices like tractors, leading to potential environmental and consumer rights impacts.