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Newsby StaffJuly 20, 2022

Full-Size Pickups Prized by Auto Thieves

Three full-size pickups — Chevrolet, Ford, and GMC — were among the top 10 most stolen vehicles on the NICB’s 2021 Hot Wheels report.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2022

Catalytic Converter Thefts Skyrocket 1,215% in Two Years

A new report published by the National Insurance Crime Bureau examines recent trends concerning various auto crimes including stolen vehicles, catalytic converter thefts, carjackings, and fuel theft.

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NewsJanuary 26, 2019

Dangers of Leaving a Warming Up Vehicle

In the chilly winter weather many drivers think warming up their car by leaving the engine idling makes smart sense. Actually, it can be dangerous in a number of ways.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 4, 2019

NICB Offers Auto Theft Public Service Announcement

A vehicle was stolen once every 40 seconds in 2017, the National Insurance Crime Bureau has announced.

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Newsby StaffJuly 13, 2018

Top Vehicle Theft Hot Spots Named

Albuquerque, N.M., recorded the highest rate of vehicle thefts in the U.S. in 2017 as vehicle thefts increased 4.1% across the nation, reports the National Insurance Crime Bureau. Each year, the bureau analyzes thefts reported to law enforcement and releases a top 10 list with its "Hot Spots" report.

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Articlesby Shelley MikaSeptember 6, 2017

Maximizing Truck Security

When a truck’s contents are unsecured, it can be a major fleet risk — but upfitting and following a few common sense rules can ensure they stay safe and sound.

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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 11, 2017

Bakery Owner Recounts Delivery Van Theft for Bank Heist

Stealing a delivery van to use as a getaway vehicle is stupid — unless the authorities are chasing the other five identical Nissan NV 2500 vans with identical branding.

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Articlesby Chris WolskiJuly 25, 2012

How to Protect Your Fleet from Smash-and-Grab Thefts

Crimes of opportunity can be prevented by taking a few simple anti-theft steps with your fleet vehicles.

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NewsJuly 17, 2012

Report Shows Top 10 Vehicle Theft Locations in U.S.

Out of the top 10 places where thefts occurred, seven of 10 are in California, two in Washington and one in South Carolina, according to data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

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NewsDecember 14, 2011

Vehicle Theft Analysis: Warmer Months See Higher Theft Rates

The National Crime Information Center’s report also looked at holiday rates and found that in 2010, New Year’s Day was the holiday with the most auto thefts — exceeding the annual daily average of 2,124 vehicle thefts.

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