Android Auto can be an incredible convenience in your vehicle, but you're offering up a lot of potentially sensitive information to Google the more you connect -- especially when it comes to Gemini.

Gemini became the default option over Assistant several months ago, and it unlocked a ton of new features and capabilities. A lot of people weren't necessarily happy about giving AI access to their calls, texts, and even location while on the road. Unfortunately, if you're trying to turn off Gemini entirely from Android Auto, that's not an option.

Also: I made 7 changes to my Android Auto setup for better functionality when I'm driving

A little more than a year ago, ZDNET's Jack Wallen covered 5 tweaks to protect your privacy from AI. Now that Gemini is along for your daily drive, too, it's time to address privacy in your car.

If you're concerned about Gemini accessing your personal information through Android Auto, here are a few settings you can change to make your in-car time a little more private.

You're probably used to false triggers on your Echo or Google Home speaker in your house or Gemini on your phone -- times you weren't speaking to your assistant, but it responded anyway. Since it's always listening for the "Hey Google" wake word, the same thing can happen with Gemini in your car.