How does the car communicate with the dealer?

"Pete" > wrote in message
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> "Malt_Hound" wrote
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>> I wonder, how many people buying brand new BMWs don't have cell phones?
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> Well, I was thinking more along the lines... who would want their car to
> be using their cell phone? Who knows what kind of information that system
> actually transfers to BMW? I see it as an infringment on my privacy, but
> then again, it's an optional feature from what I understand, so it only
> communicates if you agree to it.


Then don't get the option.

Most people like the idea that the car will send a text message that it
needs attention. Big brother is watching you, so you better look over your
shoulder ...