This is the new position paper by the Independent Service Providers group on the urgency of regulatory action to unlock the European Automotive data ecosystem, fostering competition, innovation, consumer choice, and affordability.
The Data Act establishes important new data-sharing principles in Europe but falls short in addressing the fundamental competition issue originating from vehicle manufacturers’ gatekeeper position regarding access to vehicle data. The solution: Europe needs a regulated data access framework for vehicles, providing equal access to data for all market players that can unlock investments in both traditional and innovative services. We call on the European Commission to act decisively and propose sector-specific legislation on access to in-vehicle data, functions, and resources by the end of this year.