Solera Advocates for Independent Dealers, Repair Shops in Capitol Hill Push
Event summary
- Solera participated in the NIADA National Policy Conference on September 28–29, 2026, advocating for independent dealers, repair shops, and recyclers.
- Solera's delegation met with key lawmakers, including Senators Markey, Booker, Warren, Schumer, and Scott, and Representative Langworthy.
- The company pushed for reforms on repair affordability, parts competition, access to repair information, inventory protection, and CFPB oversight.
- Solera highlighted its support for the PARTS Act, PART Act, and REPAIR Act, emphasizing the need for a competitive repair marketplace.
- Solera's Hollander business, serving 3,000 recycling yards, was central to discussions on parts competition and theft prevention.
The big picture
Solera's engagement in the NIADA National Policy Conference underscores its strategic focus on shaping federal policies that impact the automotive ecosystem. The company's advocacy for independent dealers, repair shops, and recyclers aligns with broader industry trends toward regulatory reform and consumer protection. With over 280,000 customers globally, Solera's efforts to influence policy reflect its commitment to maintaining a competitive and accessible repair marketplace.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Advocacy
- How Solera's lobbying efforts will influence federal policies on repair affordability and parts competition.
- Parts Competition
- Whether the PARTS Act and REPAIR Act will succeed in promoting a competitive repair marketplace.
- Theft Prevention
- The pace at which the PART Act will be implemented and its impact on catalytic-converter theft.
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