12/09/2025 – Independent Service Providers (ISP) Group Welcomes the Data Act Entry into Application, but Cautions Against Deregulation

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Today marks the official entry into application of the EU Data Act, a major milestone for fair and transparent data-sharing in the automotive sector.

The ISP group welcomes this important step forward and acknowledges the publication of sector-specific guidance for the automotive industry. The Data Act intends to empower users, promote competition, and support innovation in connected mobility services.

Our key messages:

  • Simplification must not mean deregulation: The integrity of the Data Act must be safeguarded against efforts to weaken its core provisions.
  • Effective enforcement is key: Rights and obligations must be applied consistently in practice, not just exist on paper.
  • This is only a first step: Sector-specific legislation is still needed to ensure fair access to in-vehicle data.

The ISP group will continue working with policymakers and stakeholders to ensure the Data Act delivers on its promise for Europe’s consumers, businesses, and the automotive ecosystem.