A landmark settlement between General Motors and 35 states plus the District of Columbia resolves allegations tied to its Smart Driver program, which enrolled millions of drivers in data-sharing agreements. The agreement imposes new restrictions on how the automaker collects and uses driving data, addressing concerns over privacy and consumer consent. Legal and regulatory scrutiny has intensified over automotive companies’ handling of sensitive personal information, making this case a key test of accountability. The terms of the deal could set a precedent for industry-wide data governance in the evolving landscape of connected vehicles.
General Motors settled with 35 states and D.C. over Smart Driver, which enrolled millions of drivers. The deal also restricts how GM collects and shares driving data.
