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[–] homesweethomeMrL@lemmy.world 42 points 9 months ago (4 children)

Researchers found data is being gathered by sensors, microphones, cameras, and the phones and devices drivers connect to their cars, as well as by car apps, company websites, dealerships, and vehicle telematics. Brands can then share or sell this data to third parties. Car brands can also take much of this data and use it to develop inferences about a driver’s intelligence, abilities, characteristics, preferences, and more.

What the actual crispy-fried fuck is this? Drivers intelligence? Sexual activity?!?

[–] rimjob_rainer@discuss.tchncs.de 4 points 9 months ago

Sounds like any iPhone or Android with Google out there.

[–] Snapz@lemmy.world 4 points 9 months ago

"I can tell you're a very smart man, sir... I've got a hunch that you'll buy this car if I jerk you off during a test drive, what do you say... do we have a deal?"

[–] FireRetardant@lemmy.world 1 points 9 months ago

They need to know what subscription porn service would best accompany your infotainment system on your way to work.

[–] baseless_discourse@mander.xyz 1 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago)

I am sure they cannot legally sale data about bystanders who have not agreed to their policy, right? right?