Mate Rimac Loses Bugatti Chiron in Cross-Border Chase After Leaving Keys Inside
Bugatti Rimac CEO Mate Rimac chased his own stolen Bugatti Chiron across multiple borders using a Porsche 911 after an employee discovered the multi-million-euro hypercar missing from company grounds in Croatia. The vehicle, valued between 2,5-3,5 miljonus eiro in Europe, was stolen after being left on company grounds with its keys inside the cabin under the assumption that no one would dare take such a valuable automobile.
Real-Time Telemetry Tracks the Stolen Hypercar
Staff members realized the Chiron was gone after watching it roll out of the courtyard. After confirming a company employee hadn’t taken the vehicle, Rimac contacted police and initiated a pursuit in his Porsche 911. Although the thief held roughly a one-hour head start, the company relied on the hypercar’s real-time telemetry system to monitor its exact location, speed, and fuel levels. Rimac and his colleagues continuously relayed these tracking details to law enforcement authorities as the chase crossed international borders.
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Austrian Border Interception Ends the Pursuit
The high-speed tracking concluded in Austria. The fleeing driver briefly stopped to refuel—driving off without paying for the gasoline—before Austrian police successfully intercepted the vehicle and detained the suspect. Despite the extensive cross-border pursuit, the high-performance automobile sustained only minor damage to its front bumper.
Security Protocols Tighten at Bugatti Rimac
Following the security breach, Rimac acknowledged that the company will handle vehicle keys with much stricter oversight moving forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the stolen Bugatti Chiron worth?
European market valuations for the Bugatti Chiron range between 2,5-3,5 miljonus eiro. The recovered hypercar sustained only minor damage to its front bumper during the international chase.
Which vehicle did Mate Rimac use to pursue the thief?
Rimac chased the stolen hypercar using his Porsche 911. He maintained pursuit while he and his colleagues relayed real-time telemetric tracking data to law enforcement agencies.
In which country was the Chiron finally intercepted?
Austrian police intercepted the hypercar and detained the suspect after the vehicle reached Austria and stopped for fuel.