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https://halturnerradioshow.com/index.php/news-selections/national-news/newer-cars-collect-driving-data-sent-to-insurance-companies-and-police

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Newer Cars Collect and Share Your Driving Data

Modern vehicles are equipped with advanced data collection systems that monitor various aspects of your driving, including speed, facial expressions, aggressiveness, and even activities within the car. Here’s what’s happening:

1. Data Tracking and Sharing:

   • Newer cars record and send your driving habits and personal behaviors to data brokers.
   • These brokers share the information with insurance companies, law enforcement, and other third parties.

2. Examples of Impact:

   • Warranty Denial: A Toyota owner was denied warranty repairs after a fire because the system logged that he once drove over 85 MPH, unrelated to the issue.
   • Insurance Penalties: A Corvette driver, who legally tested his car on a closed track, faced increased insurance premiums due to logged speed and maneuver data.

3. Consent Through Apps:

   • By installing car apps, users unknowingly agree to this extensive data collection and sharing.

4. Car Companies’ Motivation:

   • Automakers profit significantly by selling driver data to brokers.

Takeaway: Be aware of privacy implications and data-sharing practices when using car apps or connected car systems.