DataLaws and regulations
12/09/2025
Connectivity
Right to repair: Data Act enters into force, Commission publishes guidelines on vehicle data
Paola Zaccheroni
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Autopromotec 2025Laws and regulations
21/05/2025
Connectivity
New tests and more frequent checks: revisions could soon change
Nicoletta Ferrini
On 24 April, the European Commission presented a proposal for a law that could introduce new rules and procedures in the inspection system.
Laws and regulations
11/12/2024
Connectivity
What is SERMI, and why is it important?
Marco Brunamonti
This is one of those times when the saying ‘better late than never’ applies.
The implementation of the SERMI scheme, adopted in 2021 by the European Commission, was initially planned for August 2023 throughout the EU. After several delays, Italy finally got the official green light a few days ago: the SERMI scheme will be active from 1 February 2025.
The implementation of the SERMI scheme, adopted in 2021 by the European Commission, was initially planned for August 2023 throughout the EU. After several delays, Italy finally got the official green light a few days ago: the SERMI scheme will be active from 1 February 2025.
Automotive IndustryLaws and regulations
14/11/2024
Connectivity
European Regulation for access to on-board data urgently needed
Autopromotec Editorial Staff
The European Commission has expressed itself in favour of the Regulation for equal access to data, resources and functions generated by cars. But adoption by the Commission is still frozen. The European independent aftermarket associations urge Von der Leyen to include it in his plan for the first 100 days.
Laws and regulationsSustainability
09/10/2024
Sustainability
Sustainable Automotive: the mobility that makes no noise
Chiara Casagrande in collaboration with Emanuele Biagetti, Egaf Edizioni
In the context of global progress towards complete sustainability, the automotive industry must face new challenges. Let's explore the regulations that limit noise and vibration in vehicles, considering how these contribute to more sustainable mobility.
Analysis and ScenariosLaws and regulations
09/10/2024
The Draghi Plan to Save Competitiveness and the Automotive Industry in Europe
Simonluca Pini, Contributing Editor Sole 24 Ore
The former Italian prime minister sets the course for bringing the old continent back to global competitiveness, starting with the increasingly struggling automotive sector.
Analysis and ScenariosLaws and regulations
29/04/2024
Access to OBD, turnaround from the Commission: SSL will not be issued, planned changes to Regulation 858/2018 instead
Massimo Brunamonti
Will the goal be achieved?
Laws and regulations
26/02/2024
Marcin Barankiewicz is the new EGEA Secretary General
Autopromotec Editorial Staff
Marcin Barankiewicz, 42 years old from Poland, will coordinate the work of the European Garage Equipment Association (EGEA) and its 11 national member associations from the beginning of April 2024
Analysis and ScenariosLaws and regulations
18/09/2023
Face to face with... Nazzareno Cingolani, Corporate Sales Director di NEXION S.p.A.
Francesca Del Bello
Futurmotive - Expo & Talks is approaching, and our interviews with the protagonists of the event scheduled from 16 to 18 November in Bologna continue. This month, we interviewed Nazzareno Cingolani, Corporate Sales Director of NEXION S.p.A.
Analysis and ScenariosLaws and regulations
18/09/2023
Court Case ECJ ruling Carglass/ATU vs. FCA on secure gateways on the OBD port: an important step forward for Fair Competition in the Automotive Aftermarket
Autopromotec Editorial Staff
On October 5, the European Court of Justice clarified once and for all that vehicle manufacturers cannot hinder or prevent independent operators from accessing data. The latter must be enabled to use the information flow for diagnosis, maintenance and repair of the vehicle
Analysis and ScenariosAutomotive IndustryLaws and regulations
09/03/2023
UE introduces new measures to promote the energy transition
Francesca Del Bello
The Net Zero Industry Act and the Critical Raw Materials Act, which integrate the Green Deal Industrial Plan, were presented in Brussels on March 16th. CLEPA replies: European measures are good, but they should match international competition
Analysis and ScenariosAutomotive IndustryLaws and regulations
09/03/2023
EU ban on endothermic engines: the vote in the EU Council has been postponed. To an undetermined date
Francesca Del Bello
A revision of the text might be necessary. Italian Minster for the Environment: "we wish this pause leads other countries and institutions to a further reflection”