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What cars are easy to break?

Top 10 Most Stolen Cars in America

• Jeep Cherokee/Grand Cherokee. Number of thefts: 9,818.
• Dodge Pickup (full size) Number of thefts: 11,226.
• GMC Pickup (Full size) Number of thefts: 11,708.
• Toyota Corolla. Number of thefts: 12,388.
• Nissan Altima.
• Toyota Camry.
• Chevrolet Pickup (Full-size)
• Ford Pickup (Full-size)

Which cars are mostly stolen in South Africa?

These cars are at high risk of theft in South Africa: security…

• VW Polo sedan.
• VW Polo hatchback.
• Toyota Fortuner.
• Toyota Etios.
• Toyota Yaris.
• Toyota Hilux.
• Ford Ranger.

What is the most secure car?

Safest Cars for 2021:

• Toyota Camry.
• Honda Odyssey.
• Nissan Maxima.
• Tesla Model 3.
• Acura TLX.
• Volvo S60 and V60.
• Lexus ES.
• Audi A6.

Why is it so easy to steal a Kia?

Why is it so easy to steal Hyundais and Kias? The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel says that according to police, theft prevention is almost non-existent. Thieves first break in through windows. Then, they use screwdrivers and jam them into the steering columns.

Is VW a high risk car?

Even with this in mind, a few vehicles in particular, including Toyota Fortuners and Volkswagen Polos, remain in the high-risk category. Criminals prefer certain engine types and year models within this group, depending on the parts and demand requirements in the stolen goods market.

Which car is most hijacked in South Africa?

The most hijacked passenger vehicle is the Volkswagen Polo. The top 10 most stolen brands are VW, Toyota, Ford, Citroen, Kia, Hyundai, BMW, Audi, Renault and Chevrolet. Toyota’s Fortuner is the most hijacked 4X4, followed by the Land Rover and Nissan brands.

What is the most stolen car color?

Surprisingly, green cars are the most popular among car thieves according to recent research by Monash University Accident Research Centre. While white may be the most common car colour – they’re stolen at a rate of 2.65/1000 registered vehicles.

What are the least stolen cars in South Africa?

The following is a list of the least stolen cars in South Africa and are considered to be rather good in terms of performance: Peugeot (308 model) Alfa Romeo (Giulietta) Volvo (V40) Mitsubishi (Outlander) Honda (Civic) Nissan Infiniti (Q50)

Is your car at risk of being hijacked in South Africa?

Hijackings are a part of life in SA – one happening on average every 32 minutes. Is your car is increasing your risk of becoming a victim, and what can you do about it? Crime has become part of daily life in South Africa, with hijacked and stolen vehicles high on the list.

Which cars are most likely to be hijacked?

Based on the released statistics, the Volksawgen Polo is the most targeted passenger vehicle, the Toyota Fortuner is the most hijacked Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and Nissan is the most targeted manufacturer. Most vehicle theft is based on cars’ popularity and age.

How can you prevent car theft?

Whilst you can’t (with certainty) prevent car theft, there are several steps you can take to avoid becoming a hijack victim – one of which is choosing a low-risk vehicle. Every 32 minutes, a motorist is hijacked somewhere in South Africa – that’s a horrifying 46 cars hijacked every day.