Your car may be collecting far more data than you realize. Modern vehicles use telematics systems to communicate with manufacturers, provide connected services, and transmit vehicle information. But what happens if you unplug that system?

In this episode, we locate and remove the telematics fuse from multiple vehicles to see exactly what changes—and what doesn't. Does the car still start? Do warning lights appear? Which features stop working? Does it affect your warranty? Can removing one fuse disconnect your vehicle from the manufacturer?

Rather than relying on speculation, we test several different vehicles and document the results so you can see what actually happens. If you're concerned about vehicle privacy, connected cars, or the amount of information your vehicle may be collecting, this episode is for you.

Have you tried this on your own vehicle? Let us know your results in the comments.