Thursday, October 31, 2024
In Denver, Hyundai collaborates with the police to combat car theft, offering free software updates to owners. Despite a 30% decrease in thefts, Hyundai remains among the top stolen brands in Colorado. Technicians enhance vehicle security, aiming to remove Hyundai from the theft list. This initiative follows a surge in thefts attributed to a social media challenge, prompting Hyundai to address the issue through software updates. Victims express shock and frustration over the thefts, with some experiencing multiple incidents. Despite the delay in implementing solutions, Hyundai works with authorities to offer remedies to affected owners, aiming to mitigate future thefts.
Theft insurance claims for Hyundai and Kia models surged tenfold since 2020, rising to 11.2 thefts per 1,000 cars. The absence of crucial anti-theft features and viral social media exposure exacerbated vulnerabilities.
In the U.S. theft involving motor vehicles costs over $7.4 billion. That was only last year, a single year of theft. While on average car theft is $ 9,166. For this year, 2023 Chevrolet Silverado is listed as the most stolen car in America.
