How a lot of your private data are carmakers sharing with outdoors entities?
Whether or not you drive a automotive, want a automotive, or simply often bum a experience with pals, you’ve come to the appropriate place. Be a part of Jill and Tom as they break down every thing that’s happening within the auto world. New-car opinions, buying suggestions, driving inexperienced, electrical vehicles, basic vehicles, and loads of nice visitors. That is the Client Information Automotive Stuff Podcast. – Carmakers and Your Private Knowledge.
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Episode: 268
Broadcast date: March 31, 2025
Visitor: Derek Kravitz
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(Present Notes)
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The hosts opened the present by dialogue Rivian’s “micromobility” operation, which was not too long ago spun off from the father or mother firm. “ALSO,” as the brand new concern known as, is headquartered in California, and can concentrate on designing and constructing e-bikes, scooters, and different small electrical autos.
Tom additionally briefly addressed the tariff state of affairs, which is more likely to grow to be a lot greater information within the subsequent day or so. The hosts additionally lamented the violence being wrought upon Tesla vehicles and showrooms.
Tom expressed his shock concerning the overall excellence of the new-for-2025 Kia K4 small sedan. A substitute for the model’s Forte mannequin, the K4 is environment friendly, enjoyable to drive, and in addition surprisingly reasonably priced.
Jill reviewed the 2025 Lexus NX 450h+, a plug-in hybrid model of the Japanese luxurious carmaker’s compact crossover. Although Jill balked on the worth, her impressions have been largely constructive. Hear in for her full assessment.
Within the second section, Jill and Tom welcome Derek Kravitz of Client Experiences to the present. Derek shared analysis performed by Client Experiences concerning automotive knowledge privateness, and what shoppers can do to guard themselves from makers sharing their private data.
Within the final section, Jill is subjected to Tom’s “Pretend Paint” quiz.
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