Consumer Protection - Motor Vehicles - Right to Repair

HB 843 requires car manufacturers to provide independent mechanics and vehicle owners with diagnostic tools, repair manuals, and vehicle data (like telematics information) under fair terms. It specifically mandates that manufacturers install open data platforms in vehicles with connected systems, allowing independent repair shops to access vehicle diagnostics without relying solely on dealership services. The law applies to most passenger vehicles but excludes heavy-duty trucks over 14,000 pounds. It also requires manufacturers to give new owners a document explaining their rights to repair their vehicles and access to vehicle data. The bill creates new definitions and standards for "fair and reasonable" access to repair information, without forcing manufacturers to share trade secrets.