Press Releases
American Vehicle Owners Alliance Tells House Energy and Commerce Committee: Don’t Forget About Car Privacy
In response to the House Energy & Commerce Committee’s Privacy Working Group Request for Information, the American Vehicle Owners Alliance (AVOA) submitted comments emphasizing the need to address vehicle data privacy and access in any potential legislation or privacy framework.
American Vehicle Owners Alliance (AVOA) Launches to Champion Vehicle Owners’ Data Rights
Washington, D.C. – Tuesday, February 25, 2025 – A new coalition, the American Vehicle Owners Alliance (AVOA), has launched today to ensure that vehicle owners—not just manufacturers—have full access and control over the data generated
AVOA Urges Congress to Protect A Simple Principle: My Car, My Data
The American Vehicle Owners Alliance (AVOA) submitted a statement for the record to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety in connection with its hearing titled
AVOA Urges Congress to Build on Support for Vehicle Data Access Legislation
House committee markups on Surface Transportation Reauthorization highlighted growing bipartisan support for vehicle data access protections. AVOA applauded lawmakers for advancing efforts focused on protecting consumer rights, affordability, and vehicle owner control over data.
American Car Rental Association Urges Lawmakers to Protect Owners’ Access to Vehicle Data
The American Car Rental Association (ACRA) sent a letter to House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie urging lawmakers to protect fleet owners’ access to vehicle data as part of the upcoming Surface Transportation Reauthorization.
Truck Renting and Leasing Association (TRALA) Letter Supporting the DRIVER Act
The House Energy & Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade held a hearing entitled, Examining Legislative Options to Strengthen Motor Vehicle Safety, Ensure Consumer Choice and Affordability, and Cement U.S. Automotive Leadership.
AVOA Supports DRIVER Act in Statement for House Hearing
The House Energy & Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade held a hearing entitled, Examining Legislative Options to Strengthen Motor Vehicle Safety, Ensure Consumer Choice and Affordability, and Cement U.S. Automotive Leadership.
AVOA Applauds Reintroduction of the “Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act”
The Act would restore vehicle owners’ control over their personal data and limit the data vehicle manufacturers can collect.