Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Lawsuit Against General Motors for Violating Driver Privacy
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Lawsuit Against General Motors
Texas has officially filed a lawsuit against General Motors following allegations of violating driver privacy. This suit accuses GM of installing technology in over 14 million vehicles to harvest data about drivers, which they subsequently sold to insurers and other entities without the necessary consent. Attorney General Ken Paxton highlighted that this legal action results from an investigation launched in June that delved into the data practices of several automakers.
Background of the Lawsuit
According to Paxton, General Motors’ data collection led to the creation of “Driving Scores” used to evaluate the driving habits of more than 1.8 million Texas motorists. This evaluation raised eyebrows as it included assessments of potentially dangerous behaviors such as:
- Speeding
- Braking too abruptly
- Steering sharply during turns
- Not wearing seatbelts
- Driving during late hours
Implications for Consumers and Automakers
This lawsuit may have far-reaching implications for consumers and could reshape how automakers collect and utilize data moving forward. As the scrutiny intensifies on privacy practices, General Motors will need to address these allegations to protect its reputation in the automotive market.
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