From The Drive · Adam Ismail · · 50s
Ford Pledges Customer Privacy After GM's Data-Selling Stumble
Ford announces privacy promise after GM data lawsuit settlement.
In brief
Ford announces privacy promise after GM data lawsuit settlement. Ford has launched a 'Privacy Promise' website to let customers control vehicle data sharing following General Motors' $220 million settlement with 36 states over unauthorized data sales. Originally reported by The Drive.
Ford Privacy Promise
Ford has announced a 'Privacy Promise' website to let customers control vehicle data sharing.
GM Lawsuit Settlement
General Motors agreed to settle a lawsuit over selling customers' data without consent, paying $220 million to 36 states.
Customer Data Control
The website offers guidance on deactivating data sharing and collection across Ford's webpages, app, and vehicles.
No Single Toggle
Ford does not provide one place to turn all data sharing on or off with a single click.
What matters most
Ford has launched a 'Privacy Promise' website to let customers control vehicle data sharing following General Motors' $220 million settlement with 36 states over unauthorized data sales.
