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Senators urge FTC to investigate carmakers selling drivers' location and speed data | "Companies should not be selling Americans' data without their consent"
Much like other internet-connected devices, the online capabilities of modern vehicles allow companies to collect users' personal data. Reports in March revealed how connected cars with built-in...
Reports in March revealed how connected cars with built-in telematics share driver statistics and data with insurers, often without the owners even realizing it. While drivers had to click through a consent form to enable internet connectivity in a new car, Hyundai did not disclose that it would also share consumers' data with Verisk if they agreed. "But it is particularly insulting for automakers that are selling cars for tens of thousands of dollars to then squeeze out a few additional pennies of profit with consumers' private data."
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