Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
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Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Can't find any consistent info.
Can't find any consistent info.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
According to this link, which is the dealer I bought my car from, the dataplug is free on all cars.
https://www.john-clark.co.uk/volkswagen ... data-plug/
https://www.john-clark.co.uk/volkswagen ... data-plug/
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Thanks, I did see that on the John-Clarke website when I did a google search:
https://www.john-clark.co.uk/volkswagen ... /dataplug/
but nothing on any others.
https://www.john-clark.co.uk/volkswagen ... /dataplug/
but nothing on any others.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
I've unplugged mine and deleted the app.
It seems to only connect when you're in the car, which makes it the most useless app ever.
When I tried to have a nosey at any info from the comfort of my sofa.....nothing....
I'm used to BMW and Nissan apps that give you info anywhere, so this one struck me as spectacularly crap.
It seems to only connect when you're in the car, which makes it the most useless app ever.
When I tried to have a nosey at any info from the comfort of my sofa.....nothing....
I'm used to BMW and Nissan apps that give you info anywhere, so this one struck me as spectacularly crap.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Its ultimately a data harvesting tool also, so they can track your speed, your ECU, a remap, your location - all very valuable!
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Does it really do all that, or is it just an unconfirmed 'conspiracy theory'?alexperkins wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:04 pm Its ultimately a data harvesting tool also, so they can track your speed, your ECU, a remap, your location - all very valuable!
If it's true, I'm glad I unplugged it.
I wouldn't want how I drive my car to affect any warranty claims in comparison with someone who doesn't use one.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
It does, it tracks everything. Apparently the data is for internal use, but equally, it captures alot.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Blimey, so glad I unplugged it!alexperkins wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:31 pm It does, it tracks everything. Apparently the data is for internal use, but equally, it captures alot.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Andy Beats wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:27 pmDoes it really do all that, or is it just an unconfirmed 'conspiracy theory'?alexperkins wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:04 pm Its ultimately a data harvesting tool also, so they can track your speed, your ECU, a remap, your location - all very valuable!
If it's true, I'm glad I unplugged it.
I wouldn't want how I drive my car to affect any warranty claims in comparison with someone who doesn't use one.
Yes, it does track and capture all of this data. So, by using the data plug, you’re giving VW lots of information on how and where you use your car. Big brother is watching you.............although no doubt VW would say that understanding how owners use their vehicles helps them in the development of new models.alexperkins wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:31 pm It does, it tracks everything. Apparently the data is for internal use, but equally, it captures alot.
I don’t have a data plug and have no desire to have one; this also seems to be the general consensus of forum members on one of the Golf forums. I assume that with future new VW models, the choice will be taken away from the car owner and this data capture will be automatic, although presumably the owner’s consent would need to be obtained.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
In the Nissan Leaf, permission for the telematics to send info to Nissan is required every time you start the car.SRGTD wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:51 pm I don’t have a data plug and have no desire to have one; this also seems to be the general consensus of forum members on one of the Golf forums. I assume that with future new VW models, the choice will be taken away from the car owner and this data capture will be automatic, although presumably the owner’s consent would need to be obtained.
It's such a pain, pressing yes or no on the screen every...flipping.....time....
It's only recording battery condition etc.
Allegedly.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
You get nothing for nothing. Data plug, Facebook etc. If you're not paying for it, you are the product.alexperkins wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:04 pm Its ultimately a data harvesting tool also, so they can track your speed, your ECU, a remap, your location - all very valuable!
That Data plug is probably sending more to VW than it's giving you.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
I don't think it saw you swapping out your bulbs...or did it?Andy Beats wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:27 pmDoes it really do all that, or is it just an unconfirmed 'conspiracy theory'?alexperkins wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 3:04 pm Its ultimately a data harvesting tool also, so they can track your speed, your ECU, a remap, your location - all very valuable!
If it's true, I'm glad I unplugged it.
I wouldn't want how I drive my car to affect any warranty claims in comparison with someone who doesn't use one.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
If you want one you can have mine - had it for nearly 3 years but never used! Find VCDS much more usefulcoastline88 wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 12:48 pm Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Can't find any consistent info.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Probably saw me standing it on its nose from 100mph the other night too.monkeyhanger wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 5:18 pm I don't think it saw you swapping out your bulbs...or did it?
Took a while to get there mind you.
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Re: Does the data plug (connect) come as standard on SE?
Hopefully I’ve confused the s**t out of mine as I’ve plugged it into the wife’s Arona, it will have some German choking on his sauerkraut in Wolfsburg