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Cato Daily Podcast

For Good and Ill, Your Car Is Collecting Your Data

Oct 24, 2023
Explore the privacy implications of data collection in cars, including concerns about police access, potential abuse of data, and violation of Fourth Amendment rights. Discover the disparity between consumer choice and government access to car data, and the need for clear warrant requirements to protect privacy.
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  • Concerns about data sharing in connected cars extend to consumer choices and government access to personal information.
  • Clear guidelines and legislation are needed to determine when the government requires a warrant to access vehicle data shared with private companies.

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Privacy concerns with connected cars

As cars become more connected, there are concerns about the types of data they gather and how it is shared. Consumers worry about who their car data is being shared with, not only in terms of consumer choices but also in relation to Fourth Amendment rights and potential government entities. Controversies surrounding data sharing with ring doorbells have drawn attention to the potential issues with vehicle data. The concern extends to minor traffic violations, eco-efficiency, and the government's access to personal information through vehicle data.

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