GM to Pay $12.75M for OnStar Privacy Settlement as Robotaxi Competition Looms
General Motors will pay $12.75 million to resolve a California investigation into OnStar driver data privacy, ending more than two years of regulatory scrutiny. Tesla’s Robotaxi rollout, targeting 12 states by end-2026 after 16% Q1 revenue growth, signals intensifying competition in autonomous mobility services.
1. GM Settles California OnStar Data Privacy Probe
General Motors agreed to pay $12.75 million to resolve a California probe into OnStar’s collection of driver data without proper consent. The settlement concludes over two years of investigation and requires GM to implement enhanced data-handling and user-consent measures.
2. Tesla Robotaxi Expansion Raises Competitive Stakes
Tesla plans to roll out its Robotaxi service in 12 states by the end of 2026 following a 16% increase in Q1 revenue, challenging GM’s forthcoming autonomous offerings. This expansion highlights greater competitive pressure on GM’s Cruise unit and broader mobility services strategy.