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It won’t be news to many drivers that car theft has been on the rise in the last few years. According to a report by the Insurance Bureau of Canada, insurance companies paid out $1.5 billion to replace stolen vehicles in 2023. Between 2018 and 2021, that figure hovered around $556 million annually.
Équité Association recently released an updated list of the top 10 most stolen vehicles in the country.
- 2022 Land Rover Range Rover
- 2022 Jeep Gladiator
- 2020 Lexus RX Series
- 2020 Honda Passport
- 2020 Acura RDX
- 2022 Toyota Highlander
- 2022 Dodge Durango
- 2020 Honda CR-V
- 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- 2007 Ford F350 Series
My parents happen to live in an area that has seen a number of car thefts recently, and my dad has one of the more commonly stolen trucks, so he has been pulling out all the stops to make sure his truck stays in the driveway, including investing in some anti-theft products. Here are some dad- and expert-approved ideas that can help keep thieves at bay. Sure, this might seem excessive, but if it stop you from walking out in the morning to an empty driveway and gives you some peace of mind, probably worth it, right?
tech Apple AirTag 4-pack
Put two in your vehicle, that way, if it’s stolen, you can track it. Thieves will likely look for an AirTag if they get a ping from one on their phone, but they may not look for a second one placed in a more discrete location.
tech Faraday box and 2-pack Faraday bag
Place your key fob in a Faraday box or bag to block the signal if someone attempts to hack it. *$4 off coupon available.
tech TP-Link solar-powered security camera kit
Security systems can be a good deterrent. This one is wireless, has “smart person detection,” and has a built-in solar panel.
car gadgets Steering wheel lock
Yes, these steering wheel locks seem a bit 1997, but hey, no need to over-complicate things. *10% off coupon available.
car gadgets Steering wheel and brake pedal lock
This version is a brake pedal lock.
outdoor security Solar-powered outdoor motion sensor security lights, 4-pack
A little light can go a long way. Another deterrent option.
car gadgets Remote battery disconnect switch
This was Dad’s latest purchase. Once installed, it allows you to remotely kill power to your vehicle. *5% off coupon available.