car crime

Number of cars stolen falls 15 percent in 2020

The number of cars stolen declined last year, according to new data, but keyless car theft continues to be a major problem.

Toyota spends £1 million to deter catalytic converter thefts

Toyota will covertly mark more than 100,000 car parts, including catalytic converters, to disrupt criminal gangs.

These were the most stolen cars in 2020

A Freedom of Information request has revealed the most stolen cars of 2020, with the Ford Fiesta topping the list once again.

4 in 5 vehicle-related thefts happen at night

Research shows four out of five vehicle-related thefts happen during the hours of darkness. Car crime peaks between October and December.

These are the cities with the biggest catalytic converter theft increases

Catalytic converter theft is a growing problem. New research has identified the UK cities experiencing a worrying upward trend.

How to avoid being a victim of lockdown car fraud

Motorists are being warned to be on their guard following a spate of car-related scams and fraud during the coronavirus lockdown.

Catalytic converter theft rises sixfold in a year

Theft of catalytic converters from cars rocketed in 2019 as criminals target them for the valuable metals they contain.

Vehicle theft rises 56% in four years

A Freedom of Information request reveals police forces are dealing with a growing number of thefts of vehicles reports the RAC

Car thefts rocket 21 percent in 3 years

A Freedom of Information request reveals car crime has risen by 21 percent in three years. Here's how you can keep your car safe during the lockdown.

These are the most stolen cars in the UK

A Freedom of Information request has revealed the UK's top ten stolen cars in 2019 – and it's bad news for Ford Fiesta drivers.