Automotive service providers and mobility providers throughout Europe call for swift action from the Commission on legislation regarding vehicle data access
The European automotive industry is urging the European Commission to take action and introduce regulation that would ensure fair access to vehicle data. This call comes from a group of 11 representatives, including automotive parts suppliers, mobility services companies, the insurance industry, and consumers, who collectively represent 80% of the European automotive economy.
The need for regulation stems from the fact that fleet companies require full and real-time data access to offer smart, sustainable, and affordable mobility. However, the current situation, where vehicle manufacturers hold a quasi-monopoly over vehicle data, is hindering the development of services by independent service providers.
The European Association of Automotive Suppliers, a Brussels-based organisation representing over 3,000 companies and investing over €30 billion yearly in research and development, is at the forefront of this call. They emphasise the importance of a level playing field to favour innovation for all players and not just a few. This is crucial for unlocking the full potential of innovative services, as stated by Karsten Schulze, ADAC Technical Services President.
The need for sector-specific regulation is also highlighted by Benjamin Krieger, Secretary General of the European Association of Automotive Suppliers. Such regulation would create a stable and predictable business environment for investments in services based on in-vehicle generated data.
Raghunath Banerjee, Vice President of Data Solutions at Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, sees an opportunity in leveraging anonymized vehicle intelligence and linked tyre data. Tim Albertsen, Group Chief Executive Office of Ayvens (formerly ALD Automotive I LeasePlan), reiterates the need for urgent legislative proposal on access to in-vehicle data.
The urgency of this matter is further emphasised by the upcoming regulatory cliff-edge in July, when new cybersecurity laws kick in. This could potentially lead to the progressive shutdown of the only independent means of remote access to vehicle data.
The European insurance sector, represented by Yann Arnaud, also advocates for EU regulation to provide better products and services, improve road safety, and manage risks related to new forms of mobility. They believe that such regulation would help to improve the overall competitiveness of Europe in the global market.
In conclusion, the call for EU regulation on vehicle data access is a collective effort aimed at promoting competition and innovation, improving road safety, and unlocking the full potential of innovative services. The European Commission is urged to urgently put forward sector-specific legislation on access to vehicle data to ensure equal treatment and foster a level playing field for all players in the automotive industry.
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