STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — As vehicle thefts continue to climb across the country, the number of cars stolen in the United States last year reached its highest point in more than a decade and a half.
Earlier this year, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) released the results of a new data analysis, finding that an estimated 1,020,729 vehicle thefts occurred across the United States in 2023, the highest number since 2008, when 1.05 million vehicles were reported stolen.
“Criminals are employing increasingly sophisticated methods to steal vehicles, including the use of advanced technology to bypass security systems,” said David J. Glawe, president and CEO of NICB. “From keyless entry hacks to relay attacks on key fobs, perpetrators are exploiting vulnerabilities in modern vehicle security measures with alarming success rates. It is critical that industry and law enforcement work together to develop more effective strategies for combating auto theft and safeguarding public safety.”
The number of vehicle thefts has steadily increased in recent years, from 801,023 in 2019, to 888,011 in 2020, then 937,976 in 2021, followed by 1,001,967 in 2022, and now 1,020,729 in 2023.
New York saw the seventh-most vehicle thefts of any state last year, with 32,715 stolen vehicles in 2023.
That figure represents a significant 15% increase from the 28,292 stolen vehicles in 2022, one of the largest year-over-year increases of any state.
As has been the case in recent years, California had, by far, the highest number of vehicle thefts reported in 2023, with over 208,000 cars stolen in the Golden State.
Here’s a look at the 10 states with the most vehicle thefts in 2023, according to data.
California
208,668 vehicles stolen in 2023
Texas
115,013 vehicles stolen in 2023
Florida
46,213 vehicles stolen in 2023
Washington
43,160 vehicles stolen in 2023
Illinois
41,528 vehicles stolen in 2023
Colorado
34,068 vehicles stolen in 2023
New York
32,715 vehicles stolen in 2023
Ohio
31,647 vehicles stolen in 2023
Georgia
28,171 vehicles stolen in 2023
Missouri
27,279 vehicles stolen in 2023
The NICB offered the following tips to help drivers avoid being the victim of vehicle theft.
Park in well-lit areas.Close and lock all windows and doors when you park.Hide valuables out of sight, such as in the glove box or trunk.Do not leave your keys in your vehicle.Do not leave the area while your vehicle is running.If your vehicle is stolen, call law enforcement and your insurer immediately because reporting a vehicle as soon as possible after it is stolen increases the chance of recovery.
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