Right to repair: in Italy the warranty lasts one year longer and spare parts are available for up to ten years
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From today, new right-to-repair rules come into force in Italy. This change concerns consumers who buy household appliances, smartphones and other technological products. Under the new rules, citizens can choose to repair a broken item instead of buying a new one.
One of the main changes concerns the warranty. For certain products, the statutory warranty is extended by one year when the consumer chooses to have them repaired rather than replaced. In this way, the cost of repair becomes more affordable and people have more reasons not to throw away a device that still partly works.
Another important novelty concerns spare parts. Manufacturers must ensure the availability of spare parts for a period of up to ten years from the date the product is placed on the market. In addition, companies must make technical information and repair manuals available, so that independent repair centres can also carry out repairs.
The aim of these rules is to reduce electronic waste and extend the life of products. According to the authorities, this change will also help families save money. Consumers who have doubts about the new rules can ask for information at service centres or consult the websites of the competent institutions.
Sources: TuttoTech.net
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