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Vehicle Data Hysteria: What you should know as a Driver with a Connected Vehicle
Modern cars generate massive amounts of data, yet the narrative of total surveillance often ignores technical reality. While breaches and data sales make headlines, internal system failures and the sheer cost of storage create a natural buffer for your privacy. This look inside automotive architecture explains why many vehicles actually go dark to manufacturers over time. We examine mainstream fears, skeptical insider truths about garbage data, and the role of government mand
Tyler Betthauser
Jan 2612 min read


Rising Auto Repair Costs 2026: The Truth About Skimpflation
The automotive repair industry is facing compound skimpflation: rising sticker prices paired with plummeting service quality. While official data shows repair costs climbing 4.3 times faster than in the previous decade, many shops are "liquidating value" to survive. From the "parts cannon" approach to the technological tax of closed software, the traditional model is breaking. The Car Conservatory prioritizes stewardship over throughput to restore genuine value.
Tyler Betthauser
Jan 2021 min read


What is Concierge Car Care?
What is concierge car care? How does it work? What is the value to customers?
Tyler Betthauser
Jan 88 min read
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