Category: Automotive Technology

Toyota SUVs Are Being Hacked Through Their Wiring and the Fix Is Shockingly Old-School

Criminal gangs are stealing modern Toyota SUVs in under two minutes using CAN Bus injection hacks that bypass factory immobilizers. In response, Toyota Australia has introduced an official steering lock as a frontline defense. The situation exposes a growing gap between vehicle connectivity and real-world security and why physical protection is back. What Is Actually Happening to Toyota Vehicles? Short answer: Thieves are bypassing electronic security by injecting commands directly into the vehicle’s internal network. Since early 2026, Australia has experienced a sharp spike in thefts involving high-value Toyota SUVs. These vehicles are taken without alarms, broken glass, or keys, then rapidly exported overseas. Confirmed impacts include: Dozens of thefts within six weeks Total losses exceeding USD 8 million Vehicles...

Keep reading Published on: 7/Feb/2026

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Toyota SUVs Are Being Hacked Through Their Wiring and the Fix Is Shockingly Old-School

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