It's important to know how to protect your vehicle against catalytic converter theft as cases rise in Texas and the rest of the U.S.
Which type of vehicles are most vulnerable?says low-emission vehicles like hybrids contain more expensive metals, bringing in the most value. The most common hybrid models, like the Toyota Prius, are most likely to be targeted as they are easy to identify.
Electric Vehicles are safe from this type of theft, as they do not require a catalytic converter and produce no emissions. The NICB recommends vehicle owners take the following precautions to avoid becoming victims of catalytic converter theft: Install a catalytic converter anti-theft device. These are available from numerous manufacturers and provide a level of security from theft.
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