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Dutch Spy Agency Warns Smart Car Features Could Be Used for Espionage
Key Takeaways
- The Dutch General Intelligence and Security Service (AIVD) called for awareness of espionage risks around modern vehicles in a translated document released Wednesday.
- The agency says in-car microphones can be switched on remotely and that cameras and GPS collect data about occupants, the vehicle and people nearby.
- Chinese-owned brands account for about 15% of UK new car registrations, nearly 175,000 vehicles in the first half of 2026 — more than double a year earlier.
- MG, BYD and Jaecoo have led the surge, with Chery part-owned by the Chinese state and the Jaecoo 7 the UK's bestselling car in March.
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DT Editorial Team··via theguardian.com