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Trump says automakers ‘don’t want people to fix their car.’ Congress must take action

Washington Examiner

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July 9, 2026

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Trump says automakers ‘don’t want people to fix their car.’ Congress must take action

Auto repair costs have soared more than 50 since 2020, doubling the overall inflation rate during the same period. With the average repair bill now exceeding 800, many hardworking families are facing an increased affordability crisis. Fortunately, Washington is starting to recognize that preserving repair choice and competition is critical. In June, President Donald Trump []

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ArcaMax

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· Jun 22, 2026

California lawmakers weigh Uber, Consumer Attorneys compromise ahead of deadline

The Legislature will consider a proposed bill to execute a compromise Uber and the Consumer Attorneys of California reached last week setting aside competing ballot measures to work on safety legislation around ride-hailing companies. Senate Bill...

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 6, 2026

Congress is about to make America’s roads far more dangerous

Most Americans have no idea that Congress is a step closer to making a dangerous decision: allowing bigger, heavier tractor-trailers onto the roads they use every day. The proposal sounds technical, which is exactly why it may escape public notice. But buried in the highway bill in Congress is a plan to let states raise []

USA TODAY

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· Jul 6, 2026

These are the most American-made cars of 2026

These cars are the most American in terms of parts and final assembly locations. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/7xehacus Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

Caucasian Knot

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· Jul 8, 2026

The mass transition to autogas in the southern regions of Russia has turned into a risk of a boom for "gray" workshops.

Huge queues at legal car services in the southern regions of Russia are forcing drivers to turn to gray installers, who do not provide safety guarantees. The mass transition to gas will not solve the fuel crisis due to a lack of infrastructure, analysts noted.

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 8, 2026

Feds Bypass California To Grant Americans The Right To Fix Their Own Rides

Everyday vehicle repairs and modifications just got a whole lot simpler for millions of Americans. Following a new White House directive titled “Lowering the Cost of Living by Promoting the Freedom to Fix,” the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) overhauled how aftermarket automotive parts are certified. Under the updated policy enacted on July 1, 2026, [] Feds Bypass California To Grant Americans The Right To Fix Their Own Rides

Knewz

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· Jul 3, 2026

House Republican slams President Donald Trump’s latest legislative move as ‘a mistake’

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) told CNN’s Kaitlan Collins he believes it would be a mistake if President Donald Trump declines to sign a sweeping bipartisan housing bill, adding that he has personally urged the president to approve it. Asked directly whether Trump would be making a mistake by refusing to sign the legislation, Lawler said...

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Related coverage for "Trump says automakers ‘don’t want people to fix their car.’ Congress must take action": ArcaMax — California lawmakers weigh Uber, Consumer Attorneys compromise ahead of deadline. Washington Examiner — Congress is about to make America’s roads far more dangerous. USA TODAY — These are the most American-made cars of 2026. Caucasian Knot — The mass transition to autogas in the southern regions of Russia has turned into a risk of a boom for "gray" workshops.. Tampa Free Press — Feds Bypass California To Grant Americans The Right To Fix Their Own Rides. Knewz — House Republican slams President Donald Trump’s latest legislative move as ‘a mistake’