When an AI Assistant Comes Close to Buying a Car

A personal account of using an AI tool to find cars raises questions about how much authority to give automated assistants. The example centers on recurring car listings, a near-purchase, and the risks of linking payment information.

- Car-shopping preferences and listings sent by the assistant
- A purchase prompt, access to credit-card details, and the permissions this experience brought into question

For viewers considering AI tools that can take actions on their behalf, this account offers a reason to review payment access and purchase permissions. It focuses on one car-shopping experience rather than providing a general guide to AI tools.