Connected Cars' Privacy Misuse Concerns
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•Modern cars are surveillance devices on wheels with major privacy risks—new report
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Report analyzed privacy terms from 15 of the most popular new car brands that sell connected cars in Australia .
Connected cars sold in Australia can transmit data about the car, its driver and passengers in real time via the internet.
Manufacturers often require the owner or driver to download and use an app to make use of various "connected services".
The data practices surrounding connected cars need immediate attention and guidance from the privacy regulator.
Customers should be able to easily find and understand the privacy terms and choices of the cars they want to buy.
Businesses should recognize the full extent of personal information collected by the car and adequately protect it.
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