ACES 5.0 and PIES 8.0 now effective: US aftermarket data standards upgrade
Auto Care Association has released ACES 5.0 and PIES 8.0, replacing previous versions for vehicle configuration and product information exchange, impacting the US aftermarket.
What this means for buyersImporters must upgrade product data to new standards to avoid delisting by major distributors; check compatibility now to maintain shelf access.
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US right to repair legislation gains momentum with Auto Care Association backing
On May 21, 2026, Auto Care Association issued a statement supporting Congressional right to repair action, aiming to open repair data and vehicle interfaces to the independent aftermarket.
What this means for buyersExpanded right to repair could ease access to diagnostic data for non-OEM parts, potentially increasing demand for Chinese aftermarket components in the US.
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