European Parliament Just Approved Fair Parts Pricing and a Ban on Parts Pairing | iFixit News
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EU Parliament voted nearly unanimously for a new draft of “Common rules promoting the repair of goods,” featuring strong changes championed by advocates.
  • @perviouslyiner@lemm.eeEnglish
    2•6 months ago

    Is this only for electronics? So it won’t stop bike shops from making you buy a front gear shifter when you only want the rear gear shifter.

    • BlackEcoOPEnglish
      3•6 months ago

      Bicycles are included, as well as welding equipement?

      The new rules apply to ten categories of products that are currently covered by ecodesign requirements: smartphones and tablets, bicycles (including e-bikes), washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, fridges, displays, welding equipment, vacuum cleaners and servers.