Porsche Cars ‘Bricked’ in Russia: How a Security Feature Turned Into a Kill Switch
Update: 2025-12-15
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A mysterious Vehicle Tracking System (VTS) failure in Russia left hundreds of Porsche owners unable to start their cars, turning a high‑end security feature into an unexpected kill switch. This episode explains how Porsche’s connected‑car security and immobilizer tech works, why a backend or satellite outage can suddenly immobilize vehicles, and what frustrated drivers actually went through on the ground. If you’re curious about automotive cybersecurity, car hacking, or connected‑vehicle risks, this Porsche VTS incident is a real‑world case study you don’t want to miss.
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