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AUTO THEFT TRENDS -18%

Despite Declining Theft Rates, Canadians Still Bear $900 Million in Annual Costs

Équité Association's 2025 report reveals an 18% year-over-year decrease in auto theft across Canada. However, organized crime groups are adapting with more sophisticated methods, and insurance claims still total an estimated $900 million annually.

$1B IN CLAIMS / YEAR 1 STOLEN EVERY 5 MIN ORGANIZED CRIME FUNDED CRISIS

A Vehicle is Stolen Every 5 Minutes in Canada — Over $1 Billion in Annual Claims

Équité Association's data reveals that auto theft remains a national crisis funding organized crime and terrorism, with Canadians bearing over $1 billion in insurance costs every year.

PROGRESS GOVERNMENT

Government of Canada Reports Progress in Fight Against Auto Theft

Federal update on the National Action Plan shows CBSA intercepted 2,277 stolen vehicles at ports in 2024 — a 25% increase over the prior year.

MOST STOLEN 2026 1. RAV4 2. CR-V 3. CIVIC 4. RAM 1500 5. HIGHLANDER

Most Stolen Cars in Canada for 2026: Toyota RAV4 Takes the Top Spot

The Toyota RAV4 was stolen over 2,000 times in 2024. Newer SUVs with keyless entry vulnerabilities continue to top the list.

FOB CAR RELAY ATTACK

Relay Attacks Explained: How Thieves Steal Your Keyless Car in Under 30 Seconds

An in-depth 2025 guide explaining how relay attacks work, which vehicles are most vulnerable, and what you can do to protect yourself.

$ _ RKE vulnerability PKES exploit found CAN bus attack ✕ RESEARCH

Study Finds Auto Industry Has Made Little Progress on Keyless Entry Security

University of Padova researchers reveal that despite rising thefts, automakers have been slow to strengthen Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system security.

HACKED

Could You Get "Carhacked"? The Growing Risk of Keyless Vehicle Theft

CBS News investigates how criminals exploit CAN bus systems and relay attacks to steal modern vehicles in minutes — and what owners can do about it.

Don't Be a Statistic

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