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Daily Record
8 hours ago
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Driver alert as cars UK thieves are most likely to steal revealed in new list
The DVLA has released its latest findings on car theft that will give cause for concern for some motorists Drivers have been issued a warning as new data was issued on the most popular cars for UK thieves to steal. Lexus vehicles have emerged as the top choice for car thieves. They have overtaken Range Rovers from Jaguar Land Rover as the car in top spot. Fresh DVLA figures suggest that Lexus motors are increasingly in criminals' crosshairs, with five models from the premium brand featuring in the top 10 most stolen vehicles list. The DVLA's examination of 2024 car theft data, covering more than 61,000 stolen vehicles, shows that whilst the Ford Fiesta leads in sheer numbers, it's actually less prone to theft relative to how many are on Britain's roads. Lexus ES 300 is being targeted In an alarming development, the Lexus ES 300 has been pinpointed as the motor most susceptible to being stolen last year, with one in 30 ending up in criminals' hands. Additional Lexus models under threat include the RX 450, LC 500, UX 250, and NX 300, according to the Express. Toyota, which owns Lexus, has addressed these concerning statistics by emphasising their investment in security technology. They said: "Toyota GB has invested millions of pounds in a variety of security solutions. Our anti-theft measures form part of a nationwide customer care offering." The company also stressed their commitment to safeguarding customers' motors, stating: "For example, at a cost of more than £10million to Lexus, selected customers were provided with a free Tracker vehicle location service. "As a result, a 96% recovery rate has been achieved. We have subsequently rolled out Tracker installation as an option for buyers of certain models." Whilst the recent statistics may be disappointing for Lexus owners, they seen to highlight the progress Jaguar Land Rover has made in protecting their vehicles, placing them among Britain's most secure cars. Clive Wain, head of police liaison at Tracker, a firm specialising in vehicle security, has commended the improvements made by the British manufacturer. He also stressed the continuing fight to prevent stolen vehicles from being exported abroad. He said: "Lexus is making considerable efforts to protect its customers' cars but JLR suffered a rise in thefts sooner than it and so has had more time to react and develop solutions. "However, its cars are still being stolen. There is a thriving market overseas for Lexus, JLR and other premium vehicles and we recover many at docksides."
Daily Mirror
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Full list of car models that are top target for thieves in the UK
It's bad news for motorists as one car is now the top target for car thieves, with five models from the luxury brand featuring in the list of the top 10 most stolen vehicles Motorists have been put on red alert as Lexus cars have now become the prime target for car thieves, surpassing the previously favoured Range Rovers from Jaguar Land Rover. The DVLA's latest statistics show that Lexus vehicles might be increasingly targeted, with five models from the luxury carmaker appearing in the top 10 list of most stolen vehicles. The DVLA's analysis of the car theft data for 2024, which saw more than 61,000 cars pinched, reveals that while the Ford Fiesta tops the chart in absolute numbers, it is less likely to be stolen compared to the number of Fiestas on the road. In a worrying trend, the Lexus ES 300 has been identified as the car most likely to be nicked last year, with one in 30 falling into the hands of thieves. Other Lexus models at risk include the RX 450, LC 500, UX 250, and NX 300, reports the Express. Toyota, the parent company of Lexus, has responded to these alarming figures by pointing out their significant investment in security measures. They said: "Toyota GB has invested millions of pounds in a variety of security solutions. Our anti-theft measures form part of a nationwide customer care offering." They also highlighted their efforts to protect customers' vehicles, adding: "For example, at a cost of more than £10million to Lexus, selected customers were provided with a free Tracker vehicle location service. "As a result, a 96% recovery rate has been achieved. We have subsequently rolled out Tracker installation as an option for buyers of certain models." While the latest figures might be disheartening for Lexus owners, they simultaneously shine a light on the strides Jaguar Land Rover has taken to secure their vehicles, positioning them amongst the most well-defended motors in Britain. Clive Wain, head of police liaison at Tracker, a company dedicated to vehicle protection, has praised the advancements made by the renowned British marque. He also emphasised the ongoing battle to keep stolen cars from being shipped overseas. He said: "Lexus is making considerable efforts to protect its customers' cars but JLR suffered a rise in thefts sooner than it and so has had more time to react and develop solutions. "However, its cars are still being stolen. There is a thriving market overseas for Lexus, JLR and other premium vehicles and we recover many at docksides."
Daily Record
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
The major car brand most likely to be targeted by thieves with five models in UK top 10
While the Ford Focus is the most stolen vehicle in Britain, one make in particular was a more popular target for crooks. A luxury car brand is the most targeted by crooks in the UK. Its models account for half of the top 10 most stolen vehicles, according to the DVLA's latest statistics. Leapfrogging the previously favoured Range Rovers from Jaguar Land Rover is the Lexus. The driving agency's figures from 2024 documented over 61,000 stolen cars. The Ford Focus, which is the UK's most popular second-hand vehicle, had the most thefts overall, vehicles made by Lexus were targeted far more proportionately. In fact, owners of a Lexus ES 300 were much more likely to have their car nicked, with an incredible one in 30 of them being stolen by thieves. It was joined in the DVLA top 10 by the RX 450, LC 500, UX 250, and NX 300 models, as reported by the Mirror. In response to these alarming figures, Toyota, the parent company of Lexus, emphasised their significant investment in security measures. They said: 'Toyota GB has invested millions of pounds in a variety of security solutions. Our anti-theft measures form part of a nationwide customer care offering. 'For example, at a cost of more than £10million to Lexus, selected customers were provided with a free Tracker vehicle location service. 'As a result, a 96 per cent recovery rate has been achieved. We have subsequently rolled out Tracker installation as an option for buyers of certain models.' The latest figures may leave Lexus owners feeling uneasy, but they also shine a light on the strides Jaguar Land Rover has taken to secure their vehicles in recent times, marking them as some of the most secure cars in the nation. Clive Wain, head of police liaison at Tracker, a company aiding individuals in protecting their vehicles from theft, acknowledged in a separate statement the advancements made by the renowned British manufacturer. But he added that continuous efforts are necessary to stop stolen cars from being exported illegally from the UK. He said: "Lexus is making considerable efforts to protect its customers' cars but JLR suffered a rise in thefts sooner than it and so has had more time to react and develop solutions. "However, its cars are still being stolen. There is a thriving market overseas for Lexus, JLR and other premium vehicles and we recover many at docksides." Last month, we told motorists of a tip that could help them avoid having their car nicked - and it's all about where you place your keys. Thefts of keyless cars - vehicles that unlock automatically when the key is nearby - are on the rise in many areas, with roughly two-thirds of all stolen vehicles in England and Wales falling victim to this type of crime. Crooks can mimic the fob's signal by using a relay device if they're close by, tricking the car into unlocking itself and allowing anyone to drive off with it. The signals used by criminals are typically short-range radio waves, making it more challenging for criminals to capture the signal if the key is kept at a distance from the car. So if you keep your key away from doors or windows, especially those at the side of your home where the car is parked, then you give yourself the best chance of avoiding this criminal tactic. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Daily Mirror
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
One popular car brand makes up half of the top 10 most stolen vehicles in UK
New data from the DVLA has revealed that the most stolen car by proportion of models available is now no longer the Range Rover Motorists have been told that one particular brand of car is proving more popular than anything else for thieves. While in the past thieves were targeting Range Rovers, produced by Jaguar Land Rover, new data has suggested they are now going after Lexus cars instead. Data from the DVLA, the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency, shows that five Lexus cars are in the top 10 cars most likely to be stolen. The DVLA assessed stolen car data from 2024, a year in which more than 61,000 cars were stolen, to come to the conclusion. Their data found that whilst the most stolen car was also the UK's most popular second-hand car, the Ford Fiesta, they noticed that cars made by Lexus made up a significant proportion of the thefts as opposed to sheer number. What this means in practice is that while the Ford Fiesta was the most stolen car by volume, in terms of proportion of thefts to vehicles produced it was much lower as a percentage. Their research, that ranks stolen cars as proportion of the total number registered, discovered that the Lexus ES 300 was the car most likely to be stolen in 2024 with one in 30 of the vehicles stolen. Other Lexus models included in the list were the Lexus RX 450, LC 500, UX 250 and NX 300, reports Autocar. Following the announcement of the results, a spokesperson for Toyota, who own Lexus, said: 'Toyota GB has invested millions of pounds in a variety of security solutions. Our anti-theft measures form part of a nationwide customer care offering. 'For example, at a cost of more than £10million to Lexus, selected customers were provided with a free Tracker vehicle location service. 'As a result, a 96% recovery rate has been achieved. We have subsequently rolled out Tracker installation as an option for buyers of certain models.' Although the new data is sad reading for those who may own a Lexus it demonstrates the progress made by Jaguar Land Rover to protect their cars in recent years, with the vehicles now some of the most protected in the country. In a separate statement, head of police liaison at Tracker Clive Wain added that while progress had been made by the British brand that there was still more work to be done to stop stolen cars leaving the country. He explained: 'Lexus is making considerable efforts to protect its customers' cars but JLR suffered a rise in thefts sooner than it and so has had more time to react and develop solutions. 'However, its cars are still being stolen. There is a thriving market overseas for Lexus, JLR and other premium vehicles and we recover many at docksides.'
