Thieves inspired by social media are stealing certain models of Kias and Hyundais with little more than a phone-charging cable. The trend started in Milwaukee before spreading to cities nationwide. It has led to multiple lawsuits filed against the carmakers. Plaintiffs allege that Kia and Hyundai defrauded consumers by selling unsafe vehicles that lack a common form of anti-theft technology, which made them sitting ducks for thieves.
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