The most basic vehicles are probably the best bet new, thinking of Dacia here though that's pure guesswork they might be as nosy as any other, a car without satnav and without auto dialling the state in the event the car thinks you've had an accident may be less likely to track you 24/7.

You could instead go older and maintain it impeccably for a long life, by the time its worn out these lunatic politicians and their owners might have managed to start the WW3 they're desperate to have or forced through their digital currency plans, either case its all over bar the shouting anyway.

Personally i'd go older, not because worried too much about a jackbooted state (they couldn't run a booze up in a brewery) just don't want all the electronic nannying faff (enough of that junk in the trucks i drive), get a low mileage quality car, preferably Toyota, look after it well and it'll easily last 20 years plus.

Edited by gordonbennet on 23/07/2025 at 13:07

The answer.

Get rid of your laptop, smart phone smart tv, credit and debit cards and buy a pushbike.

.......and make sure it's not from China!

www.temu.com/uk/2025--bike-bell-black--device-loca...6

Or....buy a 'historic vehicle', e.g. my 1980 TR7. No fancy electrics or sensors to go wrong (unless driver's nose affected by hay fever and ears by wax) and the engine management system is two wires - one for the choke and one for the carburettor air intake butterfly valves.

The argument that one has "nothing to hide" is often seen as a flawed and simplistic counterclaim. If this perspective holds true, then why do people take measures to secure their homes, such as locking their doors and windows? For instance, consider the act of locking your front door. If you truly have nothing to hide, why not leave it open? This behavior reflects a common understanding that privacy is essential, even in the absence of wrongdoing.

Moreover, think about how we protect our personal devices. Most people use passwords on their smartphones and computers. If someone has nothing to hide, why not leave their devices unlocked for anyone to access? This is similar to how we might choose to keep our financial information private. Just because we are not engaging in illegal activities does not mean we want our bank statements or personal correspondence exposed to the public or other external organisations.

Additionally, consider the medical field. Patients often share sensitive health information with their doctors, expecting confidentiality. If the "nothing to hide" argument were valid, patients would have no qualms about sharing their medical records with anyone. However, the need for privacy in healthcare underscores the importance of protecting personal information, regardless of whether it is deemed incriminating.

Ultimately, the desire for privacy is a fundamental aspect of human nature, and it should be respected. Just as we lock our doors and safeguard our personal information, we should also recognize the value of privacy in all aspects of life.