NYC sues Hyundai and Kia over easy car thefts.

New York City has filed a lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai, alleging that the automakers' vehicles are too easy to steal due to the lack of anti-theft immobilizer technology. The lawsuit claims that the car thefts impede public safety, strain police department resources, and negatively impact other emergency responses. Videos circulating on TikTok and other sites explain how to start the cars using a screwdriver and a USB charging cord. The suit seeks a jury trial, compensation for economic losses, and injunctive relief.