Despite advanced anti-theft technology in modern vehicles, car theft remains a major issue across America, with a vehicle being stolen roughly every 37 seconds. This high theft rate continues despite technological progress, mainly because some vehicle models, like the Hyundai Elantra, are especially vulnerable. For the 2011-2021 Elantra, the absence of an engine immobilizer allowed thieves to exploit this security gap. The ongoing challenge for manufacturers and law enforcement is to develop and implement stronger security measures to prevent these crimes and safeguard vehicle owners.