The Right to Repair Is Under Siege | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

Cars are turning into rolling computers, leaving independent mechanics stuck with sky-high software fees and locked-down tools—forcing owners to dealerships for repairs that cost three times as much. Small shops are being squeezed out as tech advances faster than they can keep up, creating a potential monopoly and pricing everyday drivers out of basic maintenance. A tiny government move to ease emissions repair rules hints at a growing fight for the right to repair—and the future of car care is anything but clear. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…