Montgomery County Department of Police and representatives from Hyundai Motor America will host a press conference on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. at Montgomery County Department of Police headquarters to kick off a three-day event to help Hyundai owners prevent auto thefts.
Per MCPD: Representatives will provide details regarding the free software update available to owners of all 2011 – 2021 Hyundai makes and models. Immediately following the news conference, Hyundai representatives will provide demonstrations.
The software upgrade event will provide eligible Hyundai vehicles with anti-theft software developed to protect against the theft mode popularized on social media. This upgrade will be offered free of charge.
The free anti-theft software update event will take place Thursday and Friday (May 9 and 10) from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Montgomery County Public Safety Headquarters, 100 Edison Park Dr., Gaithersburg. Hyundai representatives will also be at police headquarters on Saturday (May 11) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Flyers in English and Spanish are attached to this media advisory.
There is no cost. All visiting Hyundai owners will receive a complimentary steering wheel lock.
MEDIA CONTACT: Ira Gabriel, Hyundai Corporate Media Relations 657-568-7471
MEDIA INQUIRIES:
- Website: https://www.hyundaiantitheft.com/
- B-Roll: https://www.hyundaiantitheft.com/resources-for-media/
- Public Event Video: Hyundai Anti-Theft Clinic Summary Video
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