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When Fisker went bankrupt and left 11,000 electric SUV owners stranded, they did something unprecedented. They reverse-engineered their own cars and built a volunteer-run company from scratch.
Colorado lawmakers just voted down a tech industry-backed bill that would have gutted the state's landmark right-to-repair protections. After a marathon hearing filled with testimony from repair advocates, small businesses, and everyday citizens, the House committee killed the proposal 7-4.
After years of farmers fighting for the right to fix their own equipment, John Deere will pay $99 million and make repair tools widely available for the next decade. It's a major win for 200,000 farmers who can now repair tractors themselves instead of waiting weeks for approved dealerships.
Google Pixel smartphones just scored higher marks for repairability than both Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices, though there's still room for improvement across the board. A new consumer advocacy report reveals which phone makers are making it easier for you to fix your device.
Framework's CEO tore down his company's laptop alongside Apple's new MacBook Neo to reveal a striking difference: one is built to last through repairs and upgrades, while the other locks users into fixed specs. The side-by-side comparison is sparking conversations about who really owns the tech we buy.
Nintendo is releasing a new version of the Switch 2 in Europe that lets users swap batteries themselves, no glue required. This could mark a turning point for gaming consoles built to last.
Apple just released its most repair-friendly laptop since 2014, making it easier for students and schools to fix broken devices themselves. The $499 MacBook Neo uses screws instead of glue, though repair experts say there's still room for improvement.
Apple's new MacBook Neo just earned a 6 out of 10 repairability score from iFixit, the highest rating for a MacBook since 2011. The affordable laptop ditches glue for screws, making battery replacements dramatically easier for everyday users.
Engineering students in the Netherlands created an electric vehicle designed for regular people to repair at home, with swappable battery modules you can lift yourself. The prototype challenges an industry trend toward cars that only dealerships can fix.
This year marks a turning point for practical sustainability, with rental services booming, repair rights expanding, and electric vehicles going mainstream. Real change is happening now, and it's making everyday life better and more affordable.
A Chinese repair technician rescued a destroyed graphics card worth over $1,000 by transplanting its chip onto a new circuit board. The card was physically smashed but now works perfectly again.
University students in the Netherlands created an electric car that owners can repair at home using just a smartphone app. The modular design challenges the expensive, complex repair systems that keep most EV owners dependent on specialized mechanics.