The Car Privacy Rights Act of 2024 restricts car manufacturers, insurance companies, and app developers from selling or sharing data about consumers' vehicles and driving habits without explicit permission. Companies would be required to provide clear, easy-to-understand notices explaining what data they collect and how they plan to use it, and they must obtain a consumer's affirmative approval before sharing or selling that information. Consumers can easily revoke their consent at any time through the company's website, app, or mail. The bill requires car manufacturers and insurance companies to report their data practices to the Federal Trade Commission within 120 days and annually thereafter, and it directs the FTC to issue guidance within 180 days on how carmakers can protect consumers from domestic violence through location-tracking features in their apps. Violations would be treated as unfair or deceptive practices under existing FTC authority, giving the agency enforcement power and the ability to issue penalties.
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