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Ford and AT&T Hook Up For Free Connected Car Service

Consumers are intrigued but have expressed worries about security and privacy in connected cars and regulators are already on the case. Over half of those surveyed by Parks Associates last year said they were very concerned about connected car security and 55% were concerned about use of their location data. Many say they will continue to rely on their smartphone connections.

From the article "Ford and AT&T Hook Up For Free Connected Car Service" by Aaron Pressman.

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