While that might feel like a lot of data, it does not even compare with autonomous cars that will generate four terabytes of data a day. Types Of Data Generated By CarsConnected cars generate three types of data:1. Technical data: This data is generated by sensors, cameras, lidar and includes information about acceleration, braking, road conditions, signs and signals. Personal data: This data is availed from the driver and passengers and includes geolocation data, favorite destinations, places, routes and personal preferences. Automakers Are Forming Their Data CartelsTelematics diagnostics providers like OnStar (General Motors), Snapshot (Progressive Insurance) and BlueLink (Hyundai) have been collecting car data for the past decade, but siloed data offers limited value and presents a distorted picture.

Source: Forbes May 08, 2018 13:30 UTC