Ford Motor Co. is allowing customers to limit or opt out of sharing connected-vehicle data following pressure from privacy concerns, as General Motors recently settled allegations of violating driver privacy. The move comes amid growing scrutiny over how automakers handle personal information collected through vehicle technology. Consumers now have greater control over data sharing, though the specifics of Ford’s policy remain to be detailed. The shift reflects broader industry shifts toward transparency in handling sensitive driver information.
Ford Motor Co. says customers can opt out of sharing some or all connected-vehicle data after rival General Motors agreed to settle allegations it violated drivers’ privacy.
