In a move that has raised eyebrows among privacy advocates, Ford has recently filed a patent application for autonomous repossession of its electric vehicles (EVs). The patent, filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, outlines a system where an EV could drive itself back to the dealership if the owner falls behind on payments. While repossession is standard in the auto industry, the idea of an autonomous vehicle driving back to the dealership has raised concerns about potential abuse. In addition, critics have pointed out that this technology could be used for repossession and other purposes, such as tracking the vehicle’s movements or even spying on its occupants.
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