What Happens to a Car After It’s Stolen? Understanding the Motives and Methods Behind Auto Theft When a car is stolen, its fate depends largely on who stole it and why. Some vehicles are stolen by opportunists looking for a…
Shaved keys are a simple but effective tool commonly used in auto theft, particularly against older vehicles that lack modern anti-theft systems. A shaved key is typically a worn-down or filed car key that has had its ridges and cuts…
Relay attacks have become one of the most common and effective methods of stealing modern vehicles equipped with keyless entry and push-button start systems. This form of car theft doesn’t require breaking windows, hotwiring, or even having the key, it…
Hotwiring a car is a method of starting a vehicle without using the key, typically by bypassing the ignition system. Along with shaved keys, this technique was commonly used in the past to steal older cars that lacked modern electronic…
VIN swapping is a fraudulent practice used in vehicle theft that involves altering or replacing the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of a stolen car to disguise its true identity. This tactic allows thieves to pass off stolen vehicles as legally…
