Kia and Hyundai face mounting legal and regulatory challenges over car thefts and insurance issues.
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A TikTok challenge that involves starting a Kia or Hyundai with a USB cable has led to an increase in car thefts and vandalism. As a result, many car insurance companies are now refusing to offer coverage to certain models, rendering them uninsurable. This is causing problems for drivers in states like New Jersey, where insurance is required to legally drive. The affected models include Kias from 2012-2021 and Hyundais from 2015-2021.
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