Federal Government Acts On Connected Vehicle Privacy And National Security Concerns

Concerns regarding how connected vehicles use and provide access to consumer and automotive data were top of mind across the federal government this week, spurring multiple developments including two new rulemaking proceedings at the Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) and a congressional request for additional action by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Stakeholders in the connected vehicle space, including automakers, suppliers, and wireless providers, should monitor these developments closely as they likely will have impacts for the future of connected cars in the United States.

Commerce Issues ANPR Seeking Comment on the Security of Connected Vehicles.