The most stolen cars in 2021

Car theft continues to rise worldwide. Even as cars become increasingly sophisticated, car thieves are constantly adapting. Despite the evolution of various types of anti-theft devices and steering wheel locks, car thieves remain elusive. In this article, we present the most stolen cars in France and Canada. Top Most Stolen Cars in FranceSmart Fortwo

Renault Clio 4

1. Range Rover Evoque
2. According to Auto Plus’s list, the Smart Fortwo is the most stolen car in France, followed by the Renault Clio 4. According to published data, a car is vandalized every 5 minutes, totaling 285 vehicles per day and 110,000 cars per year. Thieves have a preference for the same car brands.
3. The small German city car, the Smart Fortwo, is the most stolen. Upstream, it is very easy to hack electronically, and downstream, the parts are detachable and easy to resell. The Renault Clio 4 takes second place because it has become easily hackable due to the changes made. In third place is the Range Rover Evoque, despite the improvements made by the manufacturer to the anti-theft system. These cars are stolen using the mouse jacking technique: by hacking the vehicle’s electronic security system. There are no visible signs of forced entry, and the car starts without a key. Despite these figures, car theft has still decreased in the last year.

The most stolen cars in Canada The Insurance Bureau of Canada has released its annual list of the most stolen vehicles in Quebec and across Canada. Nationally, pickup trucks top the list. Seven out of ten stolen vehicles were Ford F-series pickups. In Quebec, SUVs are the most sought-after: Acura Sport, Toyota, and Honda. Thieves resell the parts or even the entire vehicle abroad. According to Statistics Canada, car thefts in Quebec increased by 7% compared to 2017. Montreal police statistics show that the number of thefts is higher from July to November than during the winter months. During the holiday season, especially at Christmas, thieves primarily target the contents of cars. During this period, people buy many gifts, making them an excellent target for thieves. Aside from the top three mentioned above, the list of the most stolen cars in 2021 includes: the 2016 Toyota 4Runner, the 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, the 2017 Honda Pilot 4WD, the 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, the 2016 Honda Pilot 4WD, the 2015 Toyota Prius V, and, in tenth position, the 2016 Toyota Prius V. In general, Toyota should quickly find a solution to these thefts, which are clearly related to the quality of their electronic security systems.