Uh Houston, we have a problem

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  1. bwilson4web

    bwilson4web BMW i3 and Model 3

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    Source: HPD: High-tech methods behind massive theft of Jeep, Dodge cars | abc13.com

    That was the same story HPD heard over and over from several Jeep owners in the Houston area. Police were aware Jeep and Dodge vehicles were being stolen for months, but they just didn't know how and who until home surveillance video surfaced from one victim.

    "In that video, you see a guy walk up to the car carrying a laptop computer," said Jim Woods with HPD. "(He) uses the laptop and -- within 6 minutes -- starts the Jeep, backs up the Jeep out of driveway."

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    no jeep? no problem.
     
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    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    With the right stolen dealer and manufacturer software, the brand probably doesn't matter.
     
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    maybe, but right now, it's just jeep.