Cross posted from https://hexbear.net/post/9006467

A Sycamore Township man said a mandatory software update on his Volkswagen Jetta appeared to trigger a cascade of malfunctions, leaving key safety features and the infotainment system not working properly. A dealership then told him it would cost $1,600 to diagnose and repair:

  • FineCoatMummy@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    10·
    3 days ago

    Nevermind cars! I have a strict policy that companies may not reach into my devices remotely and do things. For EVERY thing I own. Cars AND non-cars!

    Pull, not push.