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Can You Guess Which Cars Are Susceptible to Car Thefts?

Hyundai Motor Company Dealership. Hyundai is a South Korean Multinational Automotive Manufacturer I

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If your guess was Hyundai and Kia cars, you are correct!

It's a perplexing fad that emerged on TikTok and is now spreading throughout the LA region. Thieves are taking advantage of the trend are posting videos under the hashtag "Kia Boyz," teaching people how to start Kia or Hyundai vehicles without keys, using the tip of a phone charger or USB cable

Kias and Hyundais accounted for roughly 13% of stolen cars in Los Angeles last year. This year's figure is over 20% higher, according to NBC Los Angeles.


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