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07. Thwarting Telematic Device Manipulators

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Some drivers will find ways to provide misleading information, such as turning off systems or moving sensors. Insurers have learned to begin monitoring on a short-term basis, then extend programs only when information patterns fall within expected ra

 

02. A Range of Hardware Choices for Telematics

Telematics is evolving along multiple hardware paths, including fob, apps and even via auto-based wifi.
 

08. Driver Safety Now Includes Cyber Security

Given that early hackers have shown their ability to penetrate vehicle systems, those setting up telematics programs have to employ state-of-the-art security practices, including revisiting security at each layer of access.
 

03. Telematics and the Cloud

More sophisticated telematics technology has been matched by greater ease of storing and accessing data, thanks to the growing presence of cloud-based computing.
 

04. Telematics and California's Consumer Privacy Act

California's enhanced privacy legislation, which took effect in 2020, requires that those who collect data, such as telematics providers, to make that data available to the person being monitored.