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Automakers Charge for Features; Law Enforcement Tracks Vehicles

4/28/2025

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Automakers are introducing subscription fees for features such as hands-free driving and heated seats.
Law enforcement agencies are trained to leverage data from connected vehicles, often surpassing public knowledge of surveillance.
Data access policies vary among manufacturers and ISPs, affecting law enforcement's vehicle tracking capabilities.
General Motors mandates a court order for location data, while other manufacturers remain silent on their policies.

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Story summary

Automakers are introducing subscription fees for features such as hands-free driving and heated seats.
Law enforcement agencies are trained to leverage data from connected vehicles, often surpassing public knowledge of surveillance.
Data access policies vary among manufacturers and ISPs, affecting law enforcement's vehicle tracking capabilities.
General Motors mandates a court order for location data, while other manufacturers remain silent on their policies.