[JohnFen]

I don't see how preserving evidence enters into the decision to seize the entire car rather than the drive.

[frogblast]

The drive is inside the car. How do they get at it, and guarantee it isn't tampered with in the meantime?

[JohnFen]

They have Tesla (the company) unlock the car, then remove the drive. They already have the search warrant, which could compel Tesla to assist. They have a cop babysit the car until the seizure is completed, like they have to do anyway.

[dzhiurgis]

Sorry, but towing is much easier than dealing with Tesla's lawyers.

But Tesla should add remote wipe too, just like with iPhones.

[JohnFen]

> towing is much easier than dealing with Tesla's lawyers.

Which only underlines my other comment here, that this is a great reason to not own a Tesla.