{"id":244470,"date":"2023-11-07T17:49:36","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T17:49:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=244470"},"modified":"2023-11-07T17:49:36","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T17:49:36","slug":"im-a-car-expert-drivers-are-putting-themselves-at-risk-of-fraud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/im-a-car-expert-drivers-are-putting-themselves-at-risk-of-fraud\/","title":{"rendered":"I\u2019m a car expert – drivers are putting themselves at risk of fraud"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Motorists are at risk of handing out their personal data to complete strangers in a major scam risk by making a simple mistake when they sell their car.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Andrew Jervis, CEO of ClickMechanic, warned drivers sensitive data could be \u201cexploited\u201d if motorists fail to disconnect their mobile phones before handing over the keys.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Most modern cars have a range of built-in entertainment systems with drivers often able to connect their mobiles via Bluetooth.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This allows individuals to play music and even take calls hands-free while behind the wheel.\u00a0<\/p>\n

However, not disconnecting a device could mean a new owner can access a range of information about an individual\u2019s private life.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Mr Jervis explained: \u201cMany of us sync our phones to in-vehicle entertainment systems to enjoy music while we drive or to help us find our way.<\/p>\n

\u201cBut the mistake too many people are making is forgetting to erase the device from the Bluetooth system when selling their cars or handing the keys back on a rental vehicle.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis leaves your sensitive data such as your name, contacts and navigation history at risk of being exploited by someone who rents the car after you.<\/p>\n

\u201cFailing to remember to erase your phone is essentially sharing your personal details with strangers who may use it for fraudulent purposes.<\/p>\n

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