Car Thieves Target This Car The Most!

Issue #139

Unfortunately, car theft is still prevalent in the US. Hundreds of thousands of cars are stolen, and it costs people a lot of money to solve these issues.

However, one car is the most coveted, and it’s not the brand you think.

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In The Know

Let’s talk about car theft!

Many media outlets celebrate that car theft has decreased in the US. To a degree, it’s true. 

Car theft has decreased by almost 30% from 2023, according to this source.

Still, it remains higher than in 2019, a year with one of the lowest numbers of car theft incidents in recent history. In fact, while 2024 (the most recent data available) is lower than 2023, it’s still not lower than 2022 or 2021. 

In short, many cars get stolen in the US every year. This article suggests that it’s one car every 37 seconds, which is concerning.

Ironically, as a direct result of all these thefts, there’s a wealth of data, which tells us a fascinating story about car theft and how we can better protect ourselves. 

However, first, we need to understand what the latest data reveal about 2024, a crucial year in this topic. When the year began, many expected two things to happen. 

First, authorities expected car theft to increase. It made sense to conclude this as prices were skyrocketing and there were fears of shortages. 

Then, everyone thought they’d see Hyundai top the lists, especially after the chaos created by social media posts, such as this one. 

Well, it just goes to show how efficient recalls and corrective actions can (sometimes) be. After a software update, Hyundai is no longer at the top of the list. So, congrats to them, and they should talk to Ford and teach them a thing or two. 

Instead of the Hyundai-Kia partnership topping the list, there’s one clear leader, and it has surprised many in the industry. It’s the Chevy Camaro, and not any Camaro, as this article explains, but the ZL1.

But, is this sign of thieves having a specific taste, a flaw in the Camaro, or a sign of other trends? It’s a combination of all three. 

The ZL1 is a fast car, ideal for getaways, and unfortunately, very easy to steal, as this article explains. Apparently, GM has taken action and is racing to fix the problem. 

This isn’t the only fast car on top of the list. Second place goes to the Acura TLX, another fast vehicle that might have surprised many. 

Fast cars are often ideal for committing various forms of crime.

The faster the car, the higher the chances of getting away (in theory, unlike in this video).

However, there’s also a need for off-roading ability and carrying capacity. 

That’s why, while two sporty vehicles dominate the list, their style isn’t the most commonly stolen vehicle. That honor goes to pickup trucks of all shapes and sizes. It’s not surprising.

Trucks aren’t just coveted because they’re popular. They’ve also become expensive, and they are much more common on the road. 

And, as this forum shows, work vehicles are easier to steal. Just watch this.

So, what does this all mean? Are the vehicles on this list a surefire loss? Not necessarily. Upon analyzing the data, it becomes clear that Hyundai is not among the top 20. 

The narrative is entirely different from what it was a year ago. What this list does is educate us as consumers. If we want to drive these cars, then we can take actions to prevent theft, such as these. 

Additionally, we must consider that these vehicles may command a higher insurance rate, which is always a factor. It might throw some people off from buying them. 

But what about the opposite end of the spectrum? Which are the cars that thieves target the least?

They all share one thing in common: electricity. It just goes to show that nobody likes hybrids or EVs, not even thieves. 

Do you agree?