In an op-ed published in EURACTIV, Diogo Pinto, the FIA European Bureau Policy Director, discusses the transformative impact of connected cars on mobility. Pinto highlights that modern vehicles with advanced sensors and communication technologies gather extensive data about drivers, passengers, and their environments. This information includes not only location and driving patterns but also sensitive personal data, such as health details, particularly when users engage with integrated infotainment systems or other connected devices. Pinto raises critical questions regarding data ownership and control, alongside the necessity of ensuring responsible handling of this information as cars increasingly function as "computers on wheels."
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