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Talking Cars 516: Is Your Car Getting a 'Kill Switch' in 2027?

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By Keith Barry Verified
| Consumer Reports Verified
Plus, the podcast panels discuss whether more in-car technology makes the roads less safe July 22, 2026 Main theme: We’ve seen a lot of chatter online about a “car surveillance law” that is supposed to go into effect in 2027. There’s a lot of misinformation out there, but given the concerns over vehicle privacy and roadway deaths, it’s easy to see why the topic is getting so much attention.
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No, Your Car Isn’t Getting a 'Kill Switch' in 2027

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By Keith Barry Verified
| Consumer Reports Verified
There’s a lot of misinformation about car privacy and surveillance. Consumer Reports' experts explain the rule, the technology, and future tech. July 15, 2026 Many new cars today monitor the driver for attentiveness. In the future, there may be technology to detect alcohol impairment. Photo: NHTSA You may have come across social media posts warning about a government-mandated “kill switch” that’s supposedly coming to new cars sold in the U.S. in 2027.
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Talking Cars 515: Why Are Cars Turning Into Smartphones?

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By Keith Barry Verified
| Consumer Reports Verified
And yet GM, Rivian, and Tesla don’t let you use Android Auto or Apple CarPlay? July 15, 2026 Main theme: Shopping for a car is starting to feel like shopping for a smartphone. While most manufacturers let you bring your own device and use your phone for calls, navigation, and audio with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, Rivian and Tesla don’t have either, and GM is following their lead. What’s behind the change, and what can buyers expect?
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