connected cars

Report: Connected Cars Have Weaker Security Than We ThoughtToday's connected cars offer many technological conveniences. But with those features come some risks. The Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular connections in these cars can fall prey to hacking attacks, which can jeopardize people’s physical safety and private information—and the security is pretty lax.
Is Connecting Your Mobile Phone to Your Car a Smart Idea?Deals among automakers, wireless carriers, and tech companies are fueling a race to make new cars smarter through wireless connectivity. Connected cars are a big part of the machine-to-machine space being targeted by mobile providers. Pamela Rentz looks at the pros and cons of connected cars.