Hyundai Eyes Exit In Insurer Car-Theft Bellwether Trial

By Linda Chiem · April 13, 2026, 9:46 PM EDT

Hyundai Motor America has asked a California federal judge to wipe out State Automobile Mutual Insurance Co.'s claims ahead of a bellwether trial next month seeking to hold the automaker liable...

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Documents

Response

Case Information

Case Title

In Re: Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Litigation

Case Number

Court

California Central

Nature of Suit

Motor Vehicle Prod. Liability

Date Filed

December 22, 2022

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