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So pretty much the title. I recently got a 2023 corolla and loving it, but what I don't understand is why it's got wifi. I've driven a 2012 Yaris prior to this and that was pretty much a "dumb" car.

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[–] architect_of_sanity@lemm.ee 1 points 1 year ago

It’s built into the radio system and uses the same cellular modem that Toyota uses to provide connected services. So they figure just make it another feature they can sell you another subscription.