This GPS Tracker Feels Like a Trojan Horse from the Dealer (iKon vs Bouncie)
Автор: Gears and Gadgets
Загружено: 2025-06-10
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When I bought my brand-new GMC Sierra, I expected the usual dealer add-ons — tint, maybe some extra warranty upsells — but what I didn’t expect was to find a GPS tracker still installed in the OBD2 port. This device, made by Ikon Technologies, is often used by dealerships for lot management. But here’s the issue: many of these devices stay in the vehicle after purchase, and most customers never know they’re there.
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In this video, I break down what I found, how these devices work, and why it raised red flags for me. I compare the Ikon unit to Bouncie — a GPS tracker that consumers can actually buy themselves, with clear pricing, transparent terms of service, and actual control over the data it collects. The difference is night and day. One feels like something you choose to install. The other feels like something done to you — and that’s where the Trojan Horse metaphor starts to make sense.
I’m not saying all dealership-installed tech is bad — but I do think consumers deserve to know exactly what’s in their car, how it got there, and who it benefits. If you recently bought a new vehicle, especially from a dealership, it’s worth checking your OBD2 port. What I found might surprise you. Let’s dig in.
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