Group 1 - A rare automotive crisis occurred in Russia starting November 28, 2025, where hundreds of luxury vehicles, primarily from brands like Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Volkswagen, suddenly became inoperable due to a malfunction in the Bosch VTS (Vehicle Tracking System) [1][17][18] - The affected vehicles exhibited symptoms such as inability to start, engine lock, and sudden loss of power while driving, leading to near-accidents [1][17][18] - The crisis has led to significant operational challenges for dealerships, with Rolf, Russia's largest automotive dealer, reporting over 40 vehicles towed for repairs and long queues at service centers [1][17] Group 2 - The VTS system, designed to provide advanced anti-theft protection through GPS and satellite communication, has a critical flaw due to its reliance on continuous satellite signals [19][20] - When the VTS system detects anomalies, it triggers a security mode that locks the engine, mistakenly identifying normal vehicles as stolen, which has resulted in widespread vehicle immobilization [20][22] - The incident highlights a fundamental issue in the automotive industry regarding the separation of technical control and ownership, raising concerns about consumer rights in the era of smart vehicles [24] Group 3 - The crisis has led to a significant decline in luxury car sales in Russia, with Porsche's sales dropping by 42% and a general decrease in the resale value of used luxury cars equipped with the VTS system by 8%-12% [27][28] - The event serves as a warning for the global automotive industry, emphasizing the vulnerabilities associated with increasing electronic control and the need for standards that ensure basic functionality during communication failures [27][29] - The incident has prompted discussions on regulatory frameworks, with potential new regulations in Russia requiring vehicles to have offline operation modes and user consent for remote control features [30]