(contributed by AJ)
Electronic Data Recorders: Liars Beware? When the Feds can track your car�s movements, it�s time to be concerned. And it�s already happening. by Mike Davis Several months ago, bored with waiting in the car while my wife was shopping, I dared venture where few men (or women) ever go: reading the owner manual in the glovebox. A notice jumped from the pages at me: "Data Recording - Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed data such as use of restraint systems, engine, throttle, steering, brake, or other system status." "This information may be used by Ford service and repair facilities, law enforcement or government agencies, or others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such information." "Holy Cow," I said out loud to myself. "Lie detectors." No more dog-ate-my-homework excuses, I thought. No more claims that seat belts failed, brakes didn't work or "I was only going 20 mph." Although I was dimly aware that airplane-like black boxes had been talked about for cars, they always seemed way off in the future. And, as most TCC reader regulars know, my specialty as a car nut automotive writer has been more about the past than the future. <snip> http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?article=7386 -- You are a subscribed member of the infowarrior list. Visit www.infowarrior.org for list information or to unsubscribe. This message may be redistributed freely in its entirety. Any and all copyrights appearing in list messages are maintained by their respective owners.
