Keeping EU moving! 4 – Coupling competition and competitiveness

The automotive aftermarket plays a vital role in keeping Europe on the move. It ensures that vehicles remain safe, clean, and affordable throughout their lifetime, contributing directly to road safety, environmental sustainability, and consumer choice. Beyond its societal impact, the aftermarket represents a major economic force – employing millions of Europeans, supporting thousands of SMEs across all Member States, and generating significant value within the European Union’s industrial and service ecosystems.

Today, however, the sector stands at a crossroads. The digital transformation of mobility, the growing complexity of vehicles, and the increasing importance of in-vehicle data are reshaping how repair and maintenance are performed. Ensuring fair and secure access to repair and maintenance information and vehicle data is therefore essential – not only to preserve competition in the aftermarket, but also to strengthen the overall competitiveness of Europe’s automotive industry and to empower consumers with real choice.

Join us to discuss and explore how smart regulation, open information, and innovation can work hand in hand to sustain Europe’s mobility. Together, we can ensure that fair access to technical data keeps vehicles – and Europe – moving forward.