TikTok's 'Kia Challenge' blamed for surge in car thefts.
TL;DR
The "Kia Challenge" on TikTok, which encourages users to turn on Kias and Hyundais with a USB cord, has led to an increase in car thefts and vandalism of affected models. Insurance companies have dropped coverage for the affected cars, making it difficult for owners to drive them. State attorneys general are urging Kia and Hyundai to provide more help to prevent thefts. Hyundai has arranged with Compustar to create an anti-theft kit for $170, and the companies will provide software updates to fix security vulnerabilities.
- Hundreds of car thefts are being reported because of the ‘Kia Challenge’ from TikTok NJ.com
- New Mexico AG demands action from Kia and Hyundai after thefts KOAT New Mexico
- Kids Are Stealing Hyundais and Kias. TikTok Is Partly to Blame, Government Says Reason
- Milwaukee announces lawsuit against Kia, Hyundai over vehicle thefts Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Attorneys General in 23 states blast Hyundai over spike in thefts WQAD News 8
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