Is it mandatory to install GPS for car loans?
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Installing a GPS tracker is not mandatory when purchasing a car with a loan. Whether to install a GPS tracker can be negotiated between both parties, and there is no issue if both agree to the installation. However, if one party forces the installation, it constitutes an unfair clause. Below are some important considerations when buying a car: 1. Dealer Responsibilities: Pay attention to details that are easily "overlooked" by dealers, such as delivery time, maintenance, and after-sales services. Ensure that both parties share equal responsibility if the delivery time is breached. Clarify whether free maintenance is calculated by time or mileage, and consumers should pay special attention to these details reflecting the dealer's contractual obligations when signing the agreement. 2. Bundled Insurance: Bundled insurance is illegal. Apart from mandatory insurances like vehicle damage insurance and third-party liability insurance stipulated by the state, car buyers have the right to choose the type of insurance and the insurance company. Verify the dealer's "Business License," registered capital, and ensure the business location matches the registered address to prevent commercial fraud and protect your legal rights.
I work in auto loans and interact with many car buyers regularly, so I have some insights about GPS installation. Actually, not all loans require GPS installation—it mainly depends on the lender and borrower's situation. If you have a high credit score and strong repayment capacity, banks or finance companies usually won't mandate it because they're confident about the risk. But for clients with poor credit history or low down payments, especially for used car loans or certain platform-based loans, GPS installation is more common as a way to quickly locate the vehicle in case of default. GPS adds extra costs, like a few hundred yuan for installation plus monthly service fees, totaling around an extra thousand yuan overall. Privacy is indeed a concern, and some people care a lot about it. I recommend carefully reading the contract before borrowing and negotiating terms with the loan officer. If your credit is good, try to opt for a GPS-free loan or avoid it by increasing the down payment. In short, GPS is a risk management tool, not a legal requirement, and car buyers have the right to understand and negotiate this.
