Cars: The Worst Product Category for Privacy

A New Report from Mozilla Highlights the Privacy Risks of Connected Cars

Modern cars are equipped with a variety of sensors and other electronic devices that can collect a vast amount of data about drivers and passengers. This data can include everything from location and speed to driving habits and even personal conversations.

A new report from the Mozilla Foundation has found that the privacy practices of car companies are "dismal" and that connected cars are "a privacy nightmare." The report tested 20 popular car models from 11 different brands, including BMW, Ford, Toyota, and Tesla. The researchers found that all of the cars collected and transmitted personal data without the explicit consent of drivers.

In some cases, the data was shared with third-party companies without the driver's knowledge or consent. The report also found that many car companies have weak security measures in place to protect driver data from hackers and other unauthorized access.

The Mozilla report is a wake-up call for car companies and consumers alike. It is clear that the privacy of connected car drivers is at risk. Car companies need to do more to protect driver data and consumers need to be aware of the privacy risks associated with connected cars.