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But how did he get admin access?

Article says she granted it when she needed help, and presumably before she realized he could weaponize it against her.

Ah missed that. Thanks.

So the danger started when she let him register as the car owner.

the danger started when he took control of the car.

Answered in the article. He used the excuse of helping her navigate the technology to get in a position of control.