(NEXSTAR) – Vehicle thefts have dropped substantially, according to new nationwide data. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) reports the theft of cars and trucks declined in 2025 to the lowest levels seen in decades.
Of course, that’s little consolation if you’re one of the 659,880 vehicle owners who had your car stolen last year. The NICB says that’s equivalent to a vehicle being stolen every 48 seconds.
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Some vehicles are also more likely to be targeted than others. NICB data showed which types of vehicles were stolen most in each state.
In Tennessee, 657 Nissan Maxima cars were stolen in 2025, making it the most common type. This was followed by Nissan Altima (563), Hyundai Elantra (408), Hyundai Sonata (365), and Dodge Charger (341)…