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Kia and Hyundai’s anti-theft software upgrades have deterred car thieves, but theft claims remain elevated for the brands even after new software is installed, according to a new report.. After ...
After Hyundai and Kia released anti-theft software updates, thefts of vehicles with the installs are falling — even as they remain high overall, according to a new analysis of insurance claim data.
Kia, the company that makes among the most-targeted cars for vehicle thieves, will offer free software upgrades to any Kia driver from April 5 to 7.. Drivers looking to get the security upgrade ...
The Kia Challenge is a viral TikTok trend to which a series of motor vehicle thefts is attributed, targeting Kia and Hyundai vehicles in the United States manufactured between 2011 and 2021. The trend, which began in October 2022, has led to eight fatalities, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration .
Anti-theft software upgrades provided for Hyundai and Kia vehicles regularly targeted by thieves has cut theft rates by more than half, according to new research from the Highway Loss Data Institute.
Kia responded by offering a free software update to affected models which requires the vehicle to have a key in the ignition in order for it to start. They also distributed over 26,000 steering wheel locks to law enforcement agencies to provide to owners of affected models.
New Yorkers may be eligible to receive reimbursements as a result of Kia and Hyundai's recent theft-related settlement. ... The auto companies are offering free software updates to help prevent ...
The electric immobiliser/alarm system was invented by St. George Evans and Edward Birkenbuel and patented in 1919. [2] They developed a 3x3 grid of double-contact switches on a panel mounted inside the car so when the ignition switch was activated, current from the battery (or magneto) went to the spark plugs allowing the engine to start, or immobilizing the vehicle and sounding the horn. [3]