The Australian government announced on 29 October 2019, that Mandatory Data Sharing as law.

This means that small businesses like The Engine Bay have access to all service and repair information ensuring fair competition. For customers it means the right to choose their repairer.

Repco Authorised Service can take immense pride in its pivotal role in advocating for this transformative change. This law will secure that all motor vehicle service and repair information is available at a reasonable cost, guaranteeing that vehicles can be safely and efficiently serviced by any chosen repairer.

In a landmark day for the Australian vehicle service and repair industry, the Australian Government has today announced they will introduce a mandatory data sharing law.

To ensure fair competition for small businesses and consumers, a mandatory data sharing law will ensure independent workshops have access to all motor vehicle service and repair information at a fair price. This law will provide a level playing field in the sector and allow consumers to have their vehicle safely repaired by the repairer of their choice. Read more detail.