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[–] Strider@lemmy.world 31 points 15 hours ago (3 children)

Could it be money?

It's money, isn't it?!

[–] MiDaBa@lemmy.ml 2 points 8 hours ago

It's not money. The executives of these companies revealed the reason they are doing this is because they believe they can provide a better end user experience. They wouldn't lie would they?

[–] UnderpantsWeevil@lemmy.world 7 points 13 hours ago

So, by utilizing built-in systems, the car manufacturers would indeed be able to collect more data about how you use the systems in place, while also possibly getting more money out of you through subscriptions.

[–] Dyskolos@lemmy.zip 3 points 11 hours ago

Nooooooo that's totally unlikely. It's probably just for our best!