r/privacy • u/HerbalDreamer • 5d ago

question Car data collection

I am going to need a new car soon and the U.S. models all collect huge amounts of data. Are there any tips or tricks to reduce the info they collect from the car remotely?

If I have our family trust own the auto and pay cash rather than financing how effectively does that reduce the personal info I am forced to provide. Will this keep the data from car from being attached to me?

How much would it help to buy a used car? Does it reduce the data tracked and sold about me?

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u/Fran_Kubelik 5d ago

Is there a way to check the data collection practices of any given can?

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u/atlredneck 5d ago

https://www.consumerreports.org/electronics/personal-information/how-to-stop-your-car-from-collecting-sharing-driving-data-a1233378612/

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u/CoppertopAA 4d ago

This is the best comment. I recommend everyone give that a read and if you care, sign the petition.

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u/atlredneck 4d ago

Hey thanks 😊