Tucker Carlson reveals why he sold his Chevy truck ‘immediately’ after startling message flashed on dash

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Tucker Carlson, a well-known Chevy enthusiast, decided to sell his beloved American-made pickup truck after encountering a chilling warning. In a recent interview with gearhead Casey Putsch, he revealed the reason for this move.

Carlson, who has long expressed his affection for Chevrolets, even professing his love for a 1987 Silverado with no electronics just last year, cited growing concerns about auto manufacturers sharing data with brokers and insurance companies for his decision to part ways with his pickup truck.

Tucker Carlson reveals reason why he sold his Chevy truck

In an interview on 'The Tucker Carlson Show' that aired on March 28, Friday, titled, 'How Casey Putsch built the most efficient car in the world, and why the EPA hates him for It', Carlson and gearhead Casey Putsch delved into a discussion about how modern cars are controlling and scamming people.

It was during this conversation that Carlson revealed the startling reason behind selling his beloved Chevy truck. He explained, "I guess this trend toward making everything electric. I bought a truck last year. A Chevy truck which I always had and I was at a gas station. All of a sudden on the dashboard it says, 'Stop, we're downloading information from the internet'."

Putsch quickly asked, "While you were driving?"

Carlson clarified, "No, I was stopped." Putsch responded, "I just specifically wanted you to stay stopped so it could..."

Carlson continued, "I don’t know, download software. I sold the car immediately. I brought it back and sold it." 

Putsch added, "They want all your data to provide to insurance companies to wreck your life, I'm sure," to which Carlson asked, "No, is that true?"

Putsch responded, "Insurance companies will be the downfall of cars and driving. I can guarantee it."

The comes amid claims that auto manufacturers have been sharing data with brokers and insurance companies about their drivers.

The conversation quickly took a conspiratorial turn as the two men speculated about a future where sinister forces might mandate the installation of dashcams to monitor drivers, as per DailyMail.

Putsch asked, "What happens when [dashcams] are required in every single car, What happens when you're completely mandated control? Car shuts off at exactly 55 mph speed limit, no matter what."

Tucker Carlson's reason for selling his Chevy truck sparks online debate

The reason behind Tucker Carlson's decision to sell his car sparked a discussion on social media.

One user shared, "What did people think would happen with all the electronics they have in new cars these days. They will be able to see how you drive and where you go."

A commenter said, "Coward."

A user questioned, "Did he sell his mobile (cell) phone? That gathers more info' than the car." 

A user said, "Time to find the web site that "disconnects your car from the internet""

Another suggested, "You don't have to buy a vehicle that old or stripped of options to avoid government monitoring. Ten year old cars normally don't have anyway to uplink."

A user expressed, "The term for gathering, compiling, and sharing data from within the personal property of a private citizen is "spying.""

Tucker Carlson once expressed his love for his Chevy Silverado

In a video posted on August 25, 2024, on the @TheChiefNerd X handle, Tucker Carlson shared his affection for his 1987 Chevy Silverado. In the clip, he proudly showcased his truck, saying, "Conventional cab. Five forward speeds, some kind of aftermarket seats. The seat belt the dog has chewed. And it works pretty well."

In the 31-second video, Carlson added, "It has a bed. There are no electronics in this. There's no air conditioning, there's no radio, and there's no way for the government to turn off my engine if I'm disobedient. So that's what I drive, I like it."

The video, which has since garnered over 2.8 million views, clearly captures Carlson's deep appreciation for Chevy cars.

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