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Despite Administration’s Policies and Goals, “Made in the USA” Claim Requirements Have Not Changed

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While the current Trump administration has taken multiple actions to prioritize American manufacturers and products, it is important to remember that the requirements to make a “Made in the USA” claim in your advertising has...more

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Industrials Regulatory News and Trends - February 2025

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Welcome to Industrials Regulatory News and Trends. In this regular bulletin, DLA Piper lawyers provide concise updates on key developments in the industrials sector to help you navigate the ever-changing business, legal, and...more

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OEMs Might Soon Get Clarity On Massachusetts and Maine Right to Repair Laws - Seyfarth's Future of Automotive Series

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OEMs may finally get some clarity in the next couple of months about their obligations under Massachusetts and Maine right to repair laws requiring them to provide owners and independent repair facilities access to mechanical...more

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To Do: What Regulators Want Regarding Vehicular Data Sharing

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Data sharing between car manufacturers and insurance companies has become top of mind for regulators recently. Here are some “To Do’s” we’re discussing with clients in and out of the automotive space: Regulator: You can’t...more

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In Dismissing Claims Against OEM, Federal Court Quietly Rejects FTC Interpretation of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act - Seyfarth's...

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A federal court in Wisconsin recently granted a motion to dismiss all claims in a putative multi-district class action against motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson, asserting claims that the OEM’s warranty violated the...more

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Accelerating Privacy Scrutiny: Key Developments for the Auto Industry

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Recent U.S. developments indicate a growing focus on regulating and investigating the data privacy practices of companies in the automotive sector. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently highlighted in a blog post its...more

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Soothing Range Anxiety: Tips for EV Manufacturers and Sellers

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The long-predicted transition from internal combustion-powered vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is now truly underway, with manufacturing plans and government incentives aligned to speed that transition along. Although...more

Cozen O'Connor

The State AG Report – 7.6.2023

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Here are curated AG and federal regulatory news stories highlighting key areas in which state and federal regulators’ decisions are having an impact across the US: •Radio, Someone Still Loves You - •FTC Endorsement Guides...more

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Clark Hill 2023 Automotive & Manufacturing Industry Outlook: Labor & Employment

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Now that the mid-term elections are behind us, 2023 is shaping up to have many changes in store for employers. While there are many changes, we think the top 5 that may have a significant impact on manufactures this year...more

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Changing the Rules on How Cars Are Sold

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Car buying has evolved since the creation of state automotive franchise and dealer laws. The internet has brought virtually every consumer buying experience online, yet new vehicle sales are still largely a brick-and-mortar...more

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Privacy Legislation Trends Connected Car Cos. Should Watch

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The automobile industry has been racing full speed ahead in recent years on its quest for increased connectivity and automation, but it may soon find itself swept up in the wave of privacy and data security laws and...more

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Auto Manufacturers: Don’t Forget the Amended Franchise Rule When Considering New Business Opportunities

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As competition intensifies and auto manufacturers and distributors look for new ways to realize value from their brands, they and their counsel would do well to familiarize themselves with the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC)...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

Cartel Snapshot - June 2019

The Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division announced three new investigations and several developments in its other investigations, including new investigations in the commercial flooring industry, online auctions for...more

Fenwick & West LLP

Intellectual Property Bulletin - Spring 2019

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Avoiding the Top 5 Potholes for Autonomous Transportation Startups - Autonomous transportation technology was widespread at the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show. Advances in object identification, mapping, machine learning,...more

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Navigating Cybersecurity Risk in the Age of the Connected Car

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A boom in automobile technology and connectivity in 2018 further boosted expectations of consumers regarding the integration and functionality of their devices and vehicles. Automobile manufacturers have responded by...more

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Are You Providing Your Warranty Correctly? Congress Just Passed a Law!

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Believe it or not, Congress passed a law. That law impacts how you, Automotive Industry Company, are providing your warranties (hopefully, limited warranties with limited remedies – but that is a topic for another post). The...more

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October Antitrust Bulletin

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On September 8, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit granted a motion filed by household products manufacturer Clorox for interlocutory appeal of two decisions by the U.S. District Court for the Western District...more

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