The Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act would restrict vehicle manufacturers from accessing, selling, or sharing data collected from cars without the explicit written consent of vehicle owners. The bill requires manufacturers to give owners free, real-time access to all data generated by their vehicles through open interfaces, allowing owners to control and delete their information without paying extra fees. The legislation also prohibits manufacturers from sharing personally identifiable information with China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, and Venezuela for national security reasons. The Federal Trade Commission would enforce the law as an unfair or deceptive practice under existing consumer protection laws, and the bill takes effect three months after enactment with no new funding required—agencies would use existing appropriations to implement it.
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