Automakers to gearheads: Stop repairing cars

[Timco]

The people that make our laws and form our fed and local gov are so far disconnected from us wrench slingers (hobby and to save $$$) and influenced by lobbyists who talk their talk. The rich, elite making laws over people they don't have anything in common with.

It's like plumbing boards making rules for apprenticeships. Nobody asked the contractors. Just the good old boy club and what best suits their needs and ideas for the future. They lobby the law makers at a level you and I don't get to participate in.

[Perfectlap]

New Jersey recently got on-board with 20+ other states in getting rid of vehicle inspection as part of the regular inspection process. The state DMV no only check for emissions and take a look to see if you have your cats still installed. While this is certainly convenient, I really have to wonder how many people put off brake and tire replacement because they "intend" to DIY or because they don't have the money. Seems to me like you can't have DIY repairing without some manner of vehicle inspection at a regular interval.