We applaud Representatives Diane Harshbarger, Scott Perry & Randy Weber for introducing the DRIVER Act, a new bill dedicated to empowering vehicle owners with control over their data. Thank you for your leadership on this critical issue. Read more: americanvehicleownersalliance.org/avoa-data-ri...

Today, AVOA announced two new member companies: the American Automotive and Leasing Association (AALA) and the National League of Cities! Together, we'll continue to advocate on behalf of vehicle owners and responsible data ownership. For more: americanvehicleownersalliance.org/aala-joins-a...

The National Consumers League has been with AVOA since the beginning, providing their perspective at the intersection of business and consumer issues. With over a century of history advocating for consumers, NCL is dedicated to ensuring vehicle data ownership is about people — not just policy.

As @apnews.com writes, "Modern cars are spying on you. Here’s what you can do about it." The problem isn't just what data is being collected, but who it's being provided to. That's why we need clear guardrails and policies to protect vehicle owners. More: apnews.com/article/auto...

This past month, AVOA ensured vehicle owners' privacy remained top of mind for Congress even during recess. Our focus: strong data rights, fair access, and consumer choice in the reauthorization debate. Read our advocacy recap at: americanvehicleownersalliance.org/avoa-summer-...

In new comments to the @usdot.bsky.social, AVOA urges the department to prioritize clear federal protections for vehicle owners and their data. AVOA’s comments emphasize the urgent need for vehicle data access and control reform. Read more: americanvehicleownersalliance.org/avoa-dot-veh...

Last week, AVOA submitted comments to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade NHTSA oversight hearing. The coalition's comments highlighted the implications that vehicle data has for safety, maintenance, and consumer choice. Read more: americanvehicleownersalliance.org/avoa-stateme...

Last week, our members Enterprise & NAFA gathered at #NAFA2025 to discuss the necessity of vehicle data access and how it can be utilized to enhance vehicle uptime, safety and operational efficiency. We're thrilled to see these critical conversations happening and involving fleet owners.

As policymakers consider the 2025 Surface Transportation Reauthorization and other transportation-related legislation, AVOA reminds the House T&I Committee: don't forget to protect vehicle owners and their data. Read our full comments at: americanvehicleownersalliance.org/avoa-vehicle...

AVOA is thrilled to announce GEICO has joined us as the newest member of the coalition. GEICO brings a unique perspective to AVOA, particularly in how vehicle data can enhance services like usage-based insurance programs and telematic devices. 🔗 americanvehicleownersalliance.org/geico-joins-...

In our response to House Energy & Commerce’s Privacy RFI, AVOA stresses that vehicle data access and privacy go hand in hand. Any future privacy law should address vehicle data ownership & protect consumer rights. Read our statement & full comments: americanvehicleownersalliance.org/avoa-car-pri...

In 2024, state and federal legislators ramped up efforts to tackle data privacy and security concerns in connected and autonomous vehicles. From @reuters.com, read more about what to expect in 2025 from the FCC, FTC, and lawmakers: www.reuters.com/legal/legali...

AVOA is a new coalition that advocates for policies that protect property rights, enhance competition, and ensure full access to vehicle-generated data without additional fees or unnecessary restrictions. Learn more about us at americanvehicleownersalliance.org

Today, the American Vehicle Owners Alliance (AVOA) launches! NCL is excited to join this coalition which is committed to protecting vehicle owners’ rights to access and control data generated by their vehicles. Read more about AVOA: ow.ly/Hhec50V6l7k @vehicleowners.bsky.social

Today, the American Vehicle Owners Alliance launches! We are a coalition committed to empowering vehicle owners with full control – and ownership – over their data while fueling competition and innovation in the automotive industry. americanvehicleownersalliance.org/avoa-to-cham...