What started as a once in a while thing with our nissan is now an every time we start it we have to bypass a screen with only one button that would allow data transfer by hitting the analog menu button. Absolutely absurd there is no permanent opt out and that its delaying use ever single car ride
@theverge.comEvery single one of 21 tested vehicles sent data to a third-party domain over Wi-Fi. Over half contacted domains specializing in advertising, tracking, or analytics.
These companies gather details about your vehicle or driving behavior to sell to insurance companies or target you with ads.
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Your car’s data privacy problems are worse than you think
“There’s a lot to be worried about,” the project lead said.