Tell automakers: Stop sharing drivers’ data

Dear Executives of Honda, Kia, Subaru, Hyundai and Mitsubishi,

Insurance companies’ personalized rate programs can be great for consumers. What isn’t great for consumers is when their driving data is sold to insurance companies without their knowledge, and when their data ends up with third-party data brokers.

Consumers shouldn’t have to worry that their car’s computers or connected apps are sharing their data with other entities. Your company should commit to not sharing or selling consumer data for anything other than what consumers are expecting — a functional car and safe driving experience.