Federal regulators are advocating for alterations to right-to-repair legislation in response to the recurrent breakdowns of McDonald’s ice cream machines. It’s a frustration many have encountered when craving a McFlurry or soft-serve cone.
In a collaborative message to the U.S. Copyright Office, both the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission presented a case for exempting commercial soft-serve machines from current restrictive repair laws. The agencies argue that such exemptions would foster competition and offer advantages to consumers.
This proposed extension of exemption would encompass both commercial and industrial equipment.
Presently, McDonald’s machines, manufactured by Taylor Company, are exclusively serviced by licensed technicians, leading to extended wait times and steep repair costs.
Should this proposal receive approval, it could significantly alter the landscape of repair procedures.
