Australian investigation finds major car brands collect and share driver data with third parties, raising privacy concerns.

An investigation by Australia's CHOICE magazine has revealed that several major car brands, including Toyota, Ford, Kia, and Hyundai, are collecting and sharing driver data with third-party providers, raising privacy concerns. Kia and Hyundai were particularly criticized for sharing voice recognition data with the U.S. firm Cerence. Experts, including Dr. Vanessa Teague, are advocating for new laws requiring opt-in consent for data collection to protect consumers' privacy.

October 08, 2024
76 Articles