Competition and Consumer Amendment (Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Information Sharing Scheme) 2021

# Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Information Sharing Scheme ## What it does Car manufacturers must now share repair and diagnostic information with independent mechanics and repair shops on fair commercial terms. This applies to passenger cars and light goods vehicles (utes, vans). The law essentially forces the car companies to stop gatekeeping technical information that independent repairers need to fix cars properly. ## Why it matters Right now, if your car breaks down, you often have no real choice but to go to the dealer—they're the only ones with the diagnostic codes and repair manuals. This bill lets you take your car to any qualified mechanic you want, which should mean cheaper repairs and more competition driving prices down. It also protects consumers' safety by ensuring any repairer, not just dealers, has access to the info needed to fix your car properly. ## Key details - **Applies from 1 July 2022** — manufacturers had time to prepare but the scheme is now in effect - **Covers diagnosis, repair, servicing, modification and dismantling** — it's not just basic maintenance; it covers major work too - **"Fair and reasonable commercial terms"** — manufacturers can't refuse to share info, but they can charge for it (the bill protects against gouging through the ACCC's oversight)

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