Many drivers assume their vehicle is most at risk when parked at home, but new data suggests that assumption may be false. A five-year analysis from Compare the Market shows that most car thefts in Texas occur while vehicles are parked away from a residence during everyday activities.
Texas Car Theft Data at a Glance
Over the past five years, Texas recorded 491,974 reported vehicle thefts, based on data from the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting program. Of those thefts, 35 percent occurred at a residence or home, while 65 percent happened when vehicles were parked elsewhere. The breakdown closely mirrors national trends.
Where Vehicles Are Most Often Stolen
When cars are stolen…..