Vehicle Theft in the News
Don't think it can happen to you?
Think again!
Every year the DVLA reports information on vehicle thefts in the UK. Here's some of the key data you need to know from 2023.
64,087
Number of vehicles stolen
8 Minutes
How often a vehicle is stolen on average
5%
Uplift on vehicle thefts compared to 2022
Top 10 Most Stolen Cars
1. Ford Fiesta - 5,979
3. Volkswagen Golf - 2,038
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5. Range Rover Sport - 1,631
7. BMW 3 Series - 1,466
9. Vauxhall Astra - 1,086
2. Ford Focus - 2,120
4. Mercedes C Class - 1,786
6. Range Rover Evoque - 1,489
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8. Vauxhall Corsa - 1,110
10. Land Rover Discovery Sport - 954
Latest News Articles
Here's some of the latest vehicle theft news from outlets you can trust.
"Man threatened with machete in 'scary' car theft"
Source: BBC News - 24 June 2024
A man was threatened with a machete on Uxbridge Road, Slough, by car thieves who managed to get away with a black BMW M4, according to Thames Valley Police. Read the full article.
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"Mercedes and BMW stolen by car thieves in Attleborough"
Source: Eastern Daily Press - 26th June 2024
Police in Norfolk are currently hunting a gang who use advanced technical equipment to steal prestige cars from people's homes in the middle of the night. Read the full article.
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This article proves that no matter where you live, you can be a victim of vehicle theft. Attleborough is a small, sleepy village a short drive from Norwich. You would think that crime and vehicle theft is contained to larger towns and cities, but thieves will travel out to the countryside, particularly at night, in search of expensive cars. No matter where you live, our vehicle security products provide your car with strong protection from theft and organised criminal gangs.
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"Keyless car theft chaos rages on after man charged with conspiracy to steal a dozen vehicles worth £600,000"
Source: GB News - 26th June 2024
12 keyless cars from brands such as Porsche, Mercedes, BMW, Audi, and Volvo were stolen in Lincolnshire between August last year and June 2024. Read the full article.
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If you're looking for proof of the scale of the issue, then this article sums it up nicely. One thief over the course of ten months managed to steal twelve cars to the value of £600,000. One thief. And remember, there's plenty more where he came from. It's telling that all the vehicles were high end cars with even a Porsche going missing. Don't think just because your car is expensive or exotic that it won't be targeted. Protect your pride and joy with our most advanced security system.
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