New campaign says drivers should control who has access to their data, not manufacturers

A new campaign was launched today, which calls on EU policymakers to ensure that drivers — rather than vehicle manufacturers — control who can access their vehicle data and for what purpose.

#Data4Drivers has launched a petition, which says EU policymakers should take legislative action to ensure that any technological solution to access in-vehicle data lets drivers decide with whom they share their data.

“When a vehicle generates data that can be traced back to its owner/driver,” says the campaign. “That data should be treated as personal data according to the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation”.

The campaign is supported by Insurance Europe and the Association if Mutual Insurers and Insurance Cooperatives in Europe (Amice).

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.