Update From The French Data Protection Authority On The Compliance Package For Connected Vehicles

The market of the so-called "connected vehicles" has been considerably growing since 2015. According to a recent study by AlixPartners, 78 million of connected vehicles will be commercialized in 2018, generating a EUR40 billion turnover.

To operate properly, connected vehicles collect much personal data, notably by connecting to drivers' phones. Aware of the potential data protection issues that might arise, the French Data Protection Authority ("CNIL") in March 2016 initiated work on a compliance package ("pack de conformité") for connected vehicles, which is to be achieved next spring.

This compliance package, which is currently elaborated in consultation with the automobile industry, and innovative companies from the insurance and telecommunications sectors, as well as public authorities, will contain guidelines on the responsible use of personal data in connected vehicles.