It seems criminals are always looking for new ways to steal cars, and Tesla's EVs are a welcome target. Cars are still relatively hard to get, and Tesla's vehicles are selling for top dollar. One would think that with all the new technology and security systems on cars, they'd be harder to steal. And while they are, that technology also opens up doors for hackers and techies to work their magic.
A recent video published by IOActive shows a brief clip of two attackers stealing a Tesla Model Y. The process appears to be very quick and relatively easy, but it can prove tricky. Basically, once the Tesla owner exits the car and begins to walk away, one person must be near the car and ready to unlock it. Meanwhile, the other criminal needs to walk very closely with the Tesla owner to get within two inches of their key card or smartphone.
