The Kia Challenge emerged as a viral phenomenon on TikTok in late 2021, popularized by a group known as the 'Kia Boys.' The trend demonstrated a vulnerability in certain Kia and Hyundai models manufactured between 2011 and 2021 that lacked engine immobilizers, allowing them to be started using a simple USB cable. While the trend led to a significant increase in vehicle thefts and serious legal consequences, it simultaneously evolved into a dark-humor meme format on social media. Memes often depict the absurdity of modern vehicles being bypassed by a basic charging cable or mock the ease with which these specific cars can be accessed, often utilizing 'POV' captions to highlight the situation.