Rhode Island is one of many states urging Kia and Hyundai manufacturers to address the issue of car theft. The Cranston police has reported a rise in attempted thefts of Hyundai and Kia cars, and they’re advising residents to install anti-theft devices. Just last year, Providence police likewise experienced the same rising trend, with over a dozen thefts recorded. Attorney General Peter Neronha, together with AGs from Massachusetts and Connecticut, has written a letter to Kia and Hyundai manufacturers, requesting them to install anti-theft immobilizers, similar to those installed on other vehicles. This comes after recent statistics showed that many Kia and Hyundai cars lack anti-theft immobilizers, making them more vulnerable to theft.