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Chances are the dealer and manufacturer can still get telemetry data through the cellular modem built into the car. You will need to remove it to be reasonably sure that data isn't extracted.

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>Chances are the dealer and manufacturer can still get telemetry data through the cellular modem built into the car.

Exactly why I have a car without a cellular modem. They're getting quite rare, though, and I imagine will soon be impossible.

I believe you're required to have it due to EU regulation for "automated 112 calling"

I know they are because they called me for service at the 10k km mark, but at least they’re not charging me for the pleasure.

The issue is that data is also shared with third parties, such as insurance companies and possibly the government. I could not, in good conscience, drive a car that spies on me and can be effectively controlled remotely.

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