Published Jun 11, 2026, 12:36 PM EDT
The US president said automakers don't want people repairing their own cars, but he will "get it all straightened away."
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Published Jun 11, 2026, 12:36 PM EDT
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The US president said automakers don't want people repairing their own cars, but he will "get it all straightened away."
Trump criticized Ford and GM for restricting DIY repairs in a White House meeting and vowed action. For tech leaders, this exposes the tension between vendor lock-in and right-to-repair as cars become software-centric platforms with regulatory implications.
Published Jun 11, 2026, 12:36 PM EDT
The US president said automakers don't want people repairing their own cars, but he will "get it all straightened away."
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Published Jun 11, 2026, 12:36 PM EDT
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